thanks for all your input,
my "real" question really was "can my 1018 handle the 4ohm load at moderate levels"
i will eventually change the pioneer for something more appropriate ( as i will not need 7.1 in my living room). it's not that my living room is 3,500cubic feet, but my living area (living room/dining room/kitchen) is all open area with high ceilings, i wish i could send you guys some pictures but the house is still under construction
also, my listening position will mainly be about 10feet from the speakers.
sometimes i will want to only get ambiant music while cooking/having guest for dinner, or "loud" music with an expensive bottle of wine and some friends.
last, do you guys have some recommendations regarding amps/receivers that pair well with the m80's? under the 2k$ (CAD) mark would be nice. (i know that is a very personnal topic and we all have different earing, i just want some suggestions :), i mainly listen to Jazz/Rock/Classical/Pop, in that very specific order
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again, sorry for the long post, and thanks for your very valuable input.
