Why is 2 Channel better than multi-channel?


I hear that the music fidelity of a multi-channel AV Receiver/Integrated amp can never match the sounds produced by a 2 channel system. Can someone clearly explain why this is so?

I'm planning to upgrade my HT system to try and achieve the best of both worlds, I currently have a 3 channel amp driving my SL, SR, C and a 2 channel amp driving my L and R.
I have a Denon 3801 acting as my pre. Is there any Pre/Proc out there that can merge both worlds with out breaking my bank? Looking for recommendations on what my next logical steps should be? Thanks in advance.
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Showing 1 response by josh6113

I've read through this thread and enjoy the opinions but something that hasn't been talked about is a bipolar stereo setup.I own definitive BP-8060-ST bipolar towers in a straight up stereo setup.I used a full 5.2 setup if you will for months and enjoyed it but having switched to stereo just using my towers I was even more impressed than my 5.2 setup.With my towers setup correctly I am getting an incredible 3D sound field...star wars episode 3 opening was the first movie I tested in stereo...and I was looking above and behind me as the ships flew around.These towers image very well and I have no need for a center or have a tough time with dialog.Music is just as impressive...I chose very well in my speaker choice.Happy listening...:)