I think 4 pairs would have made it easier to connect to 2 channels. In theory here is how it's done; connect 2 speakers in series then connect them in parallel, in effect the 4 speakers will act as one. A more expensive method is to buy these volume control which give the amplifier a constant speaker impedance (sorry I don't have any names).
I just installed 3 pairs of ceiling speakers that I wanted to play at the same time. I was thinking of buying a receiver that would drive all 3 pairs (McIntosh or a 2 channel + amp) but am looking to save money. I have 2 receivers (like new). Both can drive 2 pairs of speakers and both have pre-out and main-in jacks in back.
Denon DRA-685 and Harmon Kardon HK-3470. One will have a CD player connected to it.
question - can I connect both receivers and play music through all 3 pairs of speakers simultaneously? If I can, how do I connect the 2 receivers? Also, would one receiver be the main unit over the other?
Appreciate any help or response.
Gregg Ferriner
turningtimewatches@yahoo.com

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