MC-50 for center channel with no preamp?

[Johncan]

I may purchase a MC-50 mono amp to use in a very basic home theater (L + C + R + sub). I assume because the MC-50 has a gain control knob that I don't need an additional preamp (I might want one later) to control the volume from the DVD player. Is my assumption correct?

John

 

[dewickt]

Most preamps that have a derived center channel (MX110) use the main volume to conrol this output. The MC50 will work fine as a center channel amplifier and you will be able to use it's gain conrol as a volume control if needed.

 

[Victor]

That should work just fine. The only problem with that setup is matching the volume.

MC50s are great by the way. I have taken home MC50s from the local stereo shop for a home demo and I was impressed with them. :yes: They have a beautiful sound with more detail than you would expect from an amp that is 30 years old.

Victor

 

[Johncan]

I just picked up the amp today. It needs a little cleaning but looks to be in very nice shape. I will hook it up tonight and let you know how it goes.

Thanks!

John