Just wondering who in this forum uses only a receiver to power speakers? I just got 2 Huge Cerwin Vega VS 12 speakers and notice the 2ch music sounds ok but Its missing clarity at higher volumes. The music seems to "blend" together and needs more punch.

Is it possible to have good audio with just a receiver? I also like to watch DVDs in 5.1. Should I just get a nice receiver or purchase a dedicated amp? Is a preamp necessary as well?

Currently I just have a

- Yamaha HTR-5140 Receiver
- Yamaha self powered subwoofer
- Cerwin Vega VS12 series floor speakers
- Eposome Center speaker
- 2 Cerwin Vega rear speakers