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How to use 2 channel setup with 5.1 setup

Currently have following 2 channel equipment
Gallo 3.1 (pair)
Musical Fidelity A5 player
Muscial Fidelity A5 amp
Belkin Pure/AV conditioner

Moving system from larger to smaller room (10 x 18). Would like guidance on creating a 5.1 system using the Gallo's as the front pair, and running them for both 2-channel and 5.1 without having to switch wiring. Ready to purchase 5.1 equipment. AM considering a pre/pro. Budget $3,000 or less. Thank your for any assiatance.
stan1ollie
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srwooten
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Also by matching, you suggest staying in the Gallo line with surrounds and rears?
Yes
Is there an opportunity to use the Gallo 3.1 subwoofers in HT mode lieu of a dedicated sub?
If they have built in subs I think it shoud work great. I don't have personal experience with the Gallo 3.1's.
stan1ollie OP
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Srwooten - thanks for the feedback.

If anyone has experience with connecting Gallo 3.1 subwoofers in a 2 channel plus HT setup using MF A5 setup, thoughts are appreciated. What is best way to power subwoofers for HT? can they also be used for 2 channel? How will this impact what type of amplification to buy? Any other suggestions on equipment? The TV is a Pioneer 6010. Thanx.
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srwooten
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This link should help-
http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews/gallo5/ref31.html
stan1ollie OP
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Thank you.
levy03
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i just did this but in reverse. had mid-fi HT system for many years. Denon, Boston Acoustics, Yamaha and the like. decided to tip toe into some higher quality 2ch. if your MF A5 does have true theater by pass...you could be very happy with the results. you lose little/nothing and gain a alot of entertainment potential.

not a big movie guy myself but really enjoy the HT effects for Cable/SATTV. the occasional movie is great too. i'm into racing sims so the move too quality 2ch really shocked/rocked my gaming experience. even a "crutchfield class" HT system ups the enjoyment factor of almost anything done in front of the big black box.

if you're in a position to match up the 2r and center, by all means do so. don't forget the AVR will be driving them and from a good distance in most cases. not familiar with Gallo's offerings so this may not even come into play?. just something to keep in mind.

you'll be glad you did it.

cheers
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