Center Speaker Impedance

[Azimuth0r]

Hi, I have 4ohm center and front tower speakers, while my 4 height and 2 rear speakers are 8 ohms.
I see in the Yamaha A8A literature you can have 4 ohm fronts, does that include the center speaker?

 

[Verdinut]

Hi, I have 4ohm center and front tower speakers, while my 4 height and 2 rear speakers are 8 ohms.
I see in the Yamaha A8A literature you can have 4 ohm fronts, does that include the center speaker?

Of course the center speaker is a front sound producer in your system. Also if your AVR has a speaker impedance switch, just keep it set to 8 ohms to take advantage of the full power capability of its amplifiers.

 

[Azimuth0r]

Here's the exact wording, it mentions connecting the 2 front speakers and then the other speakers...

 

[Verdinut]

Here's the exact wording, it mentions connecting the 2 front speakers and then the other speakers...

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Have a read of the following thread by Gene explaining the reason why some manufacturers suggest impedance switching. Gene is an electrical engineer and a reliable source on this:

Setting the A/V Receiver Impedance Selector Switch

This article explores the purpose and function of the impedance switch found on some A/V receivers. Tradeoffs of following manufacturers recommended settings are also discussed. YouTube video inside.

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