Can you recommend a receiver that would work well for these four plus 2 additional outdoor speakers?
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You will want a receiver with multi-zones, some will allow both to work off the main receiver and others require a separate amplifier for the second zone, all depends on how much you want to spend, found an article that does a pretty good job of walking you thru the pros and cons.Link: http://hometheater.about.com/od/audiocomponents/a/multizoneinfo.htmAmazon has a 2 zone receiver, but it is a bit pricey, read the specs to make sure it is what you want.Link: Yamaha RX-A1030 7.2-Channel Network Aventage Audio Video ReceiverIf you want the cheapest option, go with a speaker switch so you can control which speakers are on or off at any given time.Link: 2X6 Matrix Speaker Selector Switch Switcher Volume Level Control, 2-AMP 6-ZONE 900-Watt You will want a receiver with multi-zones, some will allow both to work off the main receiver and others require a separate amplifier for the second zone, all depends on how much you want to spend, found an article that does a pretty good job of walking you thru the pros and cons.Link: http://hometheater.about.com/od/audiocomponents/a/multizoneinfo.htmAmazon has a 2 zone receiver, but it is a bit pricey, read the specs to make sure it is what you want.Link: Yamaha RX-A1030 7.2-Channel Network Aventage Audio Video... » Read More You will want a receiver with multi-zones, some will allow both to work off the main receiver and others require a separate amplifier for the second zone, all depends on how much you want to spend, found an article that does a pretty good job of walking you thru the pros and cons.Link: http://hometheater.about.com/od/audiocomponents/a/multizoneinfo.htmAmazon has a 2 zone receiver, but it is a bit pricey, read the specs to make sure it is what you want.Link: Yamaha RX-A1030 7.2-Channel Network Aventage Audio Video ReceiverIf you want the cheapest option, go with a speaker switch so you can control which speakers are on or off at any given time.Link: 2X6 Matrix Speaker Selector Switch Switcher Volume Level Control, 2-AMP 6-ZONE 900-Watt « Show Less
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Well when I was looking for a receiver I asked the same question to a tech who said to consider Yamaha as an authority in sound reproduction as they are known for best choice for musicians from keyboards to speakers they are the best and so it shows the same high quality in their receivers. I purchased a 7.1 reciver and I am very happy with the sound quality. Hope this helps
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I use the sonos system for mine. They sound great. I power 4 off 1 amp and have a separate unit for my outside speakers
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You will want a receiver with multi-zones, some will allow both to work off the main receiver and others require a separate amplifier for the second zone, all depends on how much you want to spend, found an article that does a pretty good job of walking you thru the pros and cons. Link: http://hometheater.about.com/od/audiocomponents/a/multizoneinfo.htm Amazon has a 2 zone receiver, but it is a bit pricey, read the specs to make sure it is what you want. Link: http://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-RX-A1030-7-2-Channel-Aventage-Receiver/dp/B00D1VX2HS/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1397003276&sr=1-2&keywords=yamaha+aventage+rx-a1020 If you want the cheapest option, go with a speaker switch so you can control which speakers are on or off at any given time. Link: http://www.amazon.com/Speaker-Selector-Switcher-Control-900-Watt/dp/B004C6O86A
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speakers should be attached to a AV receiver not to each other......so I would first look into getting a AV receiver.
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Personally im using dedicated receiver for my speakers outdoors with a Zone 3 line ran to it. I am using a dedicated receiver for the purpose of the "A" & "B" so that i can control two separate zones in my yard. Ex. Zone "A" is around the pool and Zone "B" is the BBQ lounging area and when we are having a party Zone's "A" and "B" at the same time. But these speakers do need a dedicated amp to run them but any amp with a minimum of at least 100 watts per channel will be ok. but it really comes down to how much you want to spend. Check out "Sony STRDH130 2 Channel Stereo Receiver" or even some cheap Pyle stereo amps here on amazon.
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You can run some external speakers on the deck or patio with the addional B speakers. The type depends on your taste and costs. But if their outdoor you shouldn't have any issues finding good quality outdoor speakers. Hope I helped.
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Any consumer AV receiver or plain old stereo receiver will work fine. Yamaha works great. Costco (when they have em) and Amazon sell Yamaha AVR and receivers at great prices. If you are using them outside from your main set up, just make sure you get one that has A and B speakers. If using as rear surround for 5.1 it won't have that but, you won't need it. If you do, look for a 7.1 system with AB.
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You will need a receiver to power the speakers. They are perfect for surround application .
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Any standard home audio receiver will work with these. As a general rule, more power is better, but these speakers are very efficient so they will play loud with any receiver from 50 watts up. I have mine on a 100 wpc Yamaha receiver in a 25 x 35' room, and it's more volume than we can stand.
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This is just the receiver only. I paired mine with Klipsch Icon speakers from Best Buy. They are an absolutely perfect match. They have a wide range of sounds and can handle the power of this receiver easily. You can also look into other brands like Polk or Bose but you'd be over paying.
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Yes. All modern receivers I know of can be used with just two front speakers or additional speakers in any sensible combination, up to their maximums.
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I would suggest NOT. This device is used only for multiple speaker distribution from one amplified source. I am not an "ee", but the reverse logic (4 sources to one speaker source) may appear to work, but you may cause harm to the other sources depending on how the sources were designed. I am not certain why you would want four receivers input to the same system, unless you are operating a store. You should consult a local expert if you are certain you want to do this.
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There is another model where there is two receiving units, one for each rear speaker. That might be what you are looking for.
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Hi. I don't know if is too late for this answer, but you need a receiver and speaker sound are incredible.
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Bob, just about any 5.1 or more surround sound receiver that I carry would work here. Depends what features you would like(zone 2, bluetooth, airplay, wifi).Eric C
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I have my tv hooked up to a receiver which has 6 speakers ( surround). The brand is called Marantz. They are excellent, for more options on receivers, speakers etc., check out crutchfield.com
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At my house, I have a supplemental amplifier, and it's enough to power three sets of stereo in-ceiling speakers, and a set of stereo outdoor Bose speakers without any problems. Just check for your receiver's output specifications to make sure it will be enough. Otherwise, simply purchase another amplifier just for the speakers.
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Onkyo has a couple lines that are really nice for fairly cheap (comparatively, of course). You have the TX-NR5XX series which are really good intro receivers. The TX-NR8XX series will get you closer to your $1k limit but worth the price. Pretty much anything Denon will get you at a good spot. You can even find some decent Harmon Kardon pieces for under $1k if you shop around. Personally I am not a fan of Yamaha or Pioneer but that is a personal preference as I know several who have had great success with those manufacturers too but YMMV. Hope you find something that fits your needs!
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The receiver is not waterproof. You will have to run speaker wires outside.