Using 2 of Centers as Bookshelf Speakers.

I think the OP is considering purchasing a 2nd center to match his existing one and using them as a stereo pair. If it's a second system I'd certainly take the chance of it sounding pretty dang great.

When I was speaker shopping with my father-in-law a few months ago one of the high end stores we visited had a salesman and inquired about his room and intended use. He actually suggested using two LCR speakers in some situations. Speakers are speakers at a some point. They either sound good or they don't.

The Focal CC 800v isn't ported like the bookshelf speakers in the Chorus series are, but having two 6-1/2 inch drivers should provide plenty of bass.

I sent Focal a message questioning in this regard but no reply from them...

I visited my local Focal dealer last Friday and asked the owner about doing this. It was obvious that he didn't like the idea, but said that he has done it for customers where it was the only option for the requested installation.

You can probably get most of your money back if you get another one for $400 so give it a try.