HELP - I need a cheap pro logic amp & I'm lost -


I've been a 2 channel guy for 30 years so I know very little about this 5 channel stuff. I'd prefer to run my main amp/preamp separately for 2 channel but I'd like to set a 5 channel system for movies and TV playback.

What I (think) I want is a Prologic (Dolby or otherwise) with a built-in amp for the rear and center channels and selectable time delay. I'm on a budget so I'm looking for ideas on used equipment that will fill the bill without sounding like 2 tomatoe cans and a string. I'd like you're recommendations and the benefit of your experience.

Thanks for the help in advance.
morbius2130aol

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Thanks for the input, guys. I know this home theatre concept can be an expensive proposition, and in the grand scheme of things TV and DVDs take a back seat to 2 channel stereo with me. It's fair to say that I know about stereo but I must confess to little familiarity with 5, 6 and 7(!) channel. I'd like to have a bit of the "Theatre Experience" when I watch a movie and some of the live concerts I pick up on sattelight broadcast. I just haven't spent that much time researching the subject; which is why I have deferred to your input. I would prefer to accept the evaluations of those more experienced than I in these matters rather than reinventing the wheel. But in answer to your question regarding my budget...

As this will be my first shot at 5+ channel, I'd like to buy a used prologic processer/amp systemprocessor amp and stay at or under $150. But if digital is really worth it, I guess I'd look at $500 for a used system or so if it would really make a difference.

Your opinions please...
Thanks for the input, guys. I know this home theatre concept can be an expensive proposition, and in the grand scheme of things TV and DVDs take a back seat to 2 channel stereo with me. It's fair to say that I know about stereo but I must confess to little familiarity with 5, 6 and 7(!) channel. I'd like to have a bit of the "Theatre Experience" when I watch a movie and some of the live concerts I pick up on sattelight broadcast. I just haven't spent that much time researching the subject; which is why I have deferred to your input. I would prefer to accept the evaluations of those more experienced than I in these matters rather than reinventing the wheel. But in answer to your question regarding my budget...

As this will be my first shot at 5+ channel, I'd like to buy a used prologic processer/amp and stay at or under $150. But if digital is really worth it, I guess I'd look at $500 for a used system or so if it would really make a difference.

Your opinions please...