I ran a Denon 4311ci in a 7.2 setup with my M80s(set as small), VP150, QS4/8s. It all worked fine of course but at higher levels with some action movies (Super 8 train crash for example) I really felt that the receiver was running out of oomph. I subsequently got a 3 ch ADA1000 for the M80s and VP150 and there is a noticeable difference when the mood takes me to crank it up a bit. As an added bonus I could run my M80s in full range (large) and to my ears the overall sound is better. I love the M80s and I want them at their fullest, I couldn't run them as large with the Denon.
IMO, an external amp is a must in my 22 x 16 room. I am considering upgrading to an ADA1200 actually.
Last edited by Boltron; 02/22/13 03:20 AM.
