I would suggest that you try out the 2809 first before you take the plunge on a separate amp, I am using the 2809 and have had no issues driving the M80s along with the VP150 centre and QS8s. You can add an amp down the road if you like, but I'll say that the 2809 can play at uncomfortable levels if needed(for me anyway). BTW, check around at some other Denon dealers in your area, I'm sure you can find a 2809 closer to $900 or less esp. if they know it's on sale at one of the box stores. avu.ca are located across the country and have given me excellent deals(in person) on Denon and other brands. If you stay with FS, you can haggle with them as well...'round here, I have a half dozen FSs', if one doesn't want to haggle to my liking, I'll either find another salesman in the same store or go to a different FS. Good luck!!

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