i've never owned separate components so i was wonder how does the amp affect/improve the sound. in home theater how are the surround, center, sub affected. in two channel stereo is there a big improvement also? thanks for any responses.

[This message has been edited by duff (edited January 11, 2002).]

I can't speak for the 750, but I've owned a separate amp for about 5 years. Its 125x5 and packs some punch. I had it hooked up to an old HK receiver initially and the net result was much more distinct and clear sound at lower sound levels and much higher usable sound levels.

I have since hooked the 1050 to it and experienced the same benefit. To be honest, though, I have never even used the 1050's internal amp, so I can't comment on the specific difference with this receiver.

Gonk has used the 1050 alone and with the 750, so he is really the man (as well as some other people I don't know of, probably) who can wholly answer your question.

S.