I think most people are confused by the impact of surround speakers... they're the most expensive piece of the puzzle (minus the sub) and yet they're the least present - in fact, if you realize they're there they're not doing their job - but take them away and you don't feel as much a part of the action.

Try "All Speaker Stereo" for a while, you'll hear them all you want, and when you get tired of hearing them, choose a DSP that puts them back in their supporting role and you'll appreciate them more.

Bren R.