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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
soix
9,385 posts
 
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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mzkmxcv
777 posts
 
https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=15594

$1100.

Measurements of 7ch version (before they added XLR):
https://www.audioholics.com/amplifier-reviews/monoprice-monolith-7-channel-amplifier-review/3 
 
You could go 3x Emotiva PA-1’s for $900. Same ICE module in the PS Audio S300 amp.
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erik_squires
16,009 posts
 
What is quite large? Are your speakers sounding like they are stressed?
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