Center Channel for Martin Logan Aerius

Sonofnorway:

I used my ML Theater center channel for 2 years before I started experimenting with phantom center. If you sit relatively central, try it. The sound stage is SO much more realistic without the center channel. I think that's why stereo was the mainstay of the audio world for years...even though a center could have been part of the scene years ago.

Harry

Paulrichard,

A center that will blend with the speed, timber, and unique
characteristics of a Martin Logan - will only be another
Martin Logan.

The Cinema is the least expensive center that will blend with
the Aerius. [ The Logos and Theater are more expensive. ]

If the Cinema is too much money - the only thing you really
have left is the most economical choice too - a phantom center
as those above have advised.

Dr. Gregory Greenman
Physicist

Dr. Greenman:

I agree with you completely, but prefer the phantom mode even to a Cinema or Theater.

harry

Wow, thank you all for your help! Can anyone make a recommendation of a reasonably priced AV Receiver that would have this phantom mode and also run the Aerius?

If you don't need to decode any new 7.1 format, I suggest a used Yamaha DSP-A1. It is probably 5 or 6 year old technology but it is surprisingly good sounding, reliable, flexible, and easy to use. It was listed for $2,400 when new, you can probably get one for $500 - $700 in the used market.