cadaveca
My name is Dave
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7.1 is pretty useless unless you plan to use bluray how ever there is the odd game that uses the 7.1.
You might want to same brand too due too possible matching issue's.
BIC do some great subs but this all so depends on what you are doing with them too.
Some AV's like mine have 2 sub outputs..
I do not agree with 7.1 being useless. It's great for stereo surround(left/right x3), as well as adding "ambience" filler sounds with certain receivers on 5.1 content.
Quite a few DTS movies have 7.1 tracks now, too, contrary to what has been posted. Well over 500, actually. Most DTS-HD are 7.1, F.Y.I. DTS delivers higher-quality audio than Dolby Digital, in certain formats, so if you want the best sound, look towards 7.1 and DTS content....again, contrary to what's been posted.
I use a Yamaha 8160 7.2 amp. There are many 7.2 amps now.
Why .2?
Most of what I listen to is stereo content. Usually, stereos with 7.2 send both left/right bass to each respective sub, as well as L.F.E. effects from movie soundtracks(which get broadcast on both).
I find that because most users cannot get "perfect" speaker placement, .2 offers a better choice for balanced bass output.