Axiom Home Page Forums General Discussion Technical Questions A/V Receiver vs Amplifier

It’s not that big of a deal. You just use the tone setting on the AVR, and the remote sensor will gauge the level, and then the AVR will balance the sound of all the channels to be the same in relation to wherever you happen to have the remote positioned. Then you go into the settings and add or reduce sound levels of the different channels to your liking.

I tried it with my 7200 and ended up going back into the settings and doing it by ear. Really, don’t worry about it.

Another thought though, with either the 7300 or DP, you shouldn’t need another amp. I wouldn’t waste your money. The 7300 has incredible current.

>>Another thought though, with either the 7300 or DP, you shouldn’t need another amp. I wouldn’t waste your money. The 7300 has incredible current.

I have to second this... hadn't realized your receiver was going to be something like a 7300. Between going with a 7300 vs. a (probably) less expensive 635 with a couple of monoblocks I don't really know which would be better... but if you're thinking about a 7300 I certainly wouldn't bother getting external amps for a while... the 7300 is quite a beast already.

I'm running a 630 with M60s and haven't felt even the slightest urge for more power yet. When I move into the new house the HT area will be quite a bit bigger so I might feel the need for power then... but by then I won't have any money anyways so it doesn't really matter

Chesseroo's point that an external amp will also help when driving 4 ohm speakers is also a good one... although HKs are pretty good with 4 ohm loads.

I also agree, you could always add the amps later... try the H/K alone first, you may find it easily handles the job.

By the way, that is going to be one NICE system. M60's 4 QS-8's EP 500 and the VP-150 all powered by the 7300 should be SWWEEETT!!

How big is you HT room? Did you consider the M 80's? I only ask because they have the same power handling capacity as the other speakers.

Also nice choice on the H/K as it gives you good bass management options.

Be sure to give a review and pics once your set-up!

I agree that you should hold off for the amp until you've had a chance to get this all setup. You might find your listening levels do not warrant an amp.

Thanks for the great advice all.
Also, thank you for the kudos on my axiom order.
I will try out my HK first and see what the sound is....I dont think I have to worry about amps either..for now. The room is not that big and I should be fine.
I will, of course, post pictures when my speakers are received and everything is ready to go.