RMB-1095 Set up guidance

[bgt]

Hi there, Hope someone can help me from pulling the last remaining hair from my head? Here's the deal. I have recently bought a RSX-1058 (love it), was running a RB-1070 on my fronts (B&W 703's) but took the plunge and bought a RMB-1095 today. I have an HTM7 center and 686 rears.

I have been told that connecting the 686 rears to the 200w channels on the 1095 would be a waste of time? I have heard that I could potentially connect both Main and Rear channels to a single 703 (2X200W)? Can this be done without the risk of harming my RMB-1095 or 703's? If it can be done, I will leave the rears connected directly to the RSX-1058. Dilemma? Anyone, PLEASE.... Until I have this resolved, the 1095 is remaining in its box, very sad indeed.

[gd]

I have been told that connecting the 686 rears to the 200w channels on the 1095 would be a waste of time?

You were told wrong.

I have heard that I could potentially connect both Main and Rear channels to a single 703 (2X200W)?

You can "bi-amp" as you've sort of described, but if you're new at this, I wouldn't bother... simply hooking up two power leads to the speaker (passive bi-amping) usually doesn't create any audible improvements, and in reality does not create extra power... some people get some audible benefits from active bi-amping, which involves opening the speaker, bypassing the internal crossover and replacing it with your own outboard EQ/crossover – not for beginners... and results vary.

You've got a nice power amp... hook it up the normal way, create equal distribution of power (you can't have too much), and enjoy your system.

And hang on to your RB-1070... you can tinker later.

[bgt]

Ta

Thanks GD. Im convinced, normal setup will commence shorlty. There is no way in hell I am opening up my 703's. Appreciate the feedback.