3 channel amp for H/T


I am looking to add a 3 channel amplifier to my home theater.  The room is quite large, and it seems to get a strong viewing experience, I am having to crank the volume quite a bit.  Current setup is as follows :


Yamaha RX-V1600

Paradigm CC-270 Center Channel

Paradigm Monitor 7 v.3 Fronts

B&W in wall rear channels

Martin Logan Dynamo Sub


My thought is to push more power through the fronts/center, while utilizing the Yamaha on the rears.  Not looking to break the bank (sub $1K for an amp), and am open to used equipment. 

jcfiver
jcfiver,

     If you're looking for the best value amp (best performance for the price),  I'd suggest looking for a class D 3-ch amp.  They generally have high power, very low distortion levels, very clear and accurate sound quality and good dynamics (going from soft to loud quickly and powerfully).  They also have the benefits of being smaller, lighter, running cooler and using less electricity than other types of amps.

   The best value class D amps I know of are from ClassD Audio in California.  Just call the owner, Tom Ross, and tell him exactly what you want (number of channels, wattage of each, etc.) and he'll build it for a very fair price.

Tim
This was a decent amp in its day and will certainly give you significantly more, and more robust, power. 

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis9dg4c-proceed-amp-3-channel-power-amplifier-amp3-17633-multi-ch...

Personally, I'd also consider upgrading your center speaker to something like this...

https://www.paradigm.com/en/center/premier-500c

Your cc-270 was $279 when new, and trying to push that speaker into a larger room, I just don't see it being optimal.  Just a thought. 

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