Just bought Motion 10's need help with amp and center channel suggestion

[Vasilias09]

Hi all,

I just bought my very 1st set of MARTIN LOGANS. they are the motion 10's. I am setting them up in my living room that is 14x14 and also extends into the dining room as well. what speaker wire gauge do u recommed and a center channel and receiver as well. MARTIN LOGAN CUSTOMER SERVICE SUGGESTED I GO WITH A 100W/CHANNEL. i AM THINKING OF THE SONY STR720. iS THAT ENOUGH POWER? THANKS FOR YOUR HELP IN ADVANCE EVERYONE!

 

[Northy]

Congrats on your purchase. If your intention is to make the most of home theatre, then I suggest you go with a robust centre channel. The motion 30 is a good candidate - C2 would even be better. Remember, in a surround system, the centre channel is the most important speaker.

As far as the amp/receiver is concerned. Go with the most expensive you could afford. ML speakers will reward you with quality amplification. I would personally stay away from Sony. If you must go with a receiver, then choose brands such as Denon, Onkyo, Marantz or Cambridge Audio. Believe me, you soon outgrow your existing setup and long for an upgrade. So why not spend a little more now and buy an item that will not cause upgraditis soon.

Enjoy your new system.

 

[Vasilias09]

do i need a receiver that has at least 100w per channel or can i go lower (such as 85 or 90)? and what do u recommmend for speaker wire gauge