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I run a 5.1.2 system in my basement and bought an onkyo a few years back that handles 7 channels, all the hdmi hookups you’d want, Bluetooth, wifi, etc for around $250. It also handles 4k content and HDR, but I’ve got a projector and don’t plan on upgrading that until prices come waaaaaaaaay down and the current one kicks the bucket. You can use the 7 channels as a 7.x system or go with 5.x.2 and set up the atmos height speakers.
I rarely use Bluetooth on this and only occasionally use the wifi for streaming. I’ve got it hooked up to a roku for the content and then for music streaming as well, which is what I use 90% of the time. Disney+ has some awesome audio content, and most of the streaming services will at least give you 5.1 audio. Live streaming typically is stereo.
It is cool having all those different channels. I would recommend if you can do it without breaking the bank. I build out everything myself, even having built some of the speakers for the system. I also own my house and have a basement, so I don’t have neighbors to worry about.
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