I see that the Sherwood R871 will allow me to use the two rear channels to power a separate set of speakers in a separate room (such as outdoor speakers on the patio) and will allow me to control the volume of the separate speakers independently of the main 5.1 system. If I am reading the spec sheets correctly, (and don't assume that I am), I can also run a separate out from the receiver to my other stereo setup upstairs. The upstairs system is M60's with a Rotel RC1070 and a NAD c270.
Since the upstairs system has its own amp, I assume then that I could run the 5.1 system, the upstairs stereo system, and the outdoor patio speakers, all simultaneously, and all at separate volume levels.
Do you see any problems with this analysis?
What are your thoughts on the Sherwood components in general? Also, will the R871 power the 4 ohm M80's?
Last edited by BobG; 03/03/07 02:19 PM.
