Basic 5.2 (or 3,4) set up vs multi speaker (7, 9, Atmos)

[Dr_jitsu]

After 15 years into this hobby I have come out with the following truism: It is better to pour as much money as you can into a basic set up (3 speaker front stage, 2 speaker rears/surrounds) than into a multi speaker (7, 9, Atmos etc) system. 

For example I have 2 RF 7's up fronts with an rc 64 center and RF 82's as surrounds/rears. If I could have afforded it, I would have gotten Klipshorns. Lets say I bought new and spent $7k total on my speakers. I posit that spending $7k and getting he best 5 speakers I could produces a better HT experience than spending the same amount of a 7, 9, or Atmos system.

Also, I always have the opportunity of going bigger, and will have a great set up to move on from. And of course, my philosophy to to get the best speakers you can afford, and then figuring out your AVR (and possible need for an eternal amp....you do not need one w/ my 5 speakers) later. IE empty the bank on your speakers and then saving up for your other components

I am just a dumb guy, but I believe that putting all your money into your basic 5 is the way to go. And of course you can still go big (2 or even 4) on your subs.

Am I right, or am I wrong? 

[billybob]

Sound good to me... there 

@Dr_jitsu...less is good.

Yes likely more to enjoy if you add later, or not. Like options.

 

 

Edited March 19, 2022 by billybob

[xo705cf]

Depends on how much you want to hear sounds coming from over your head…. Also you could have a equally awesome seven point whatever system if you’re willing to throw out the extra dough…