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Honestly, the only 6 channel amplifier I have experience with is the McIntosh MCC406m.

I don't have a problem with running the component set off that amplifier. The thing to look for in a 6 channel is onboard crossovers...I can't imagine ANY 6 channel these days without a crossover section. You don't need to buy an outboard three way crossover if your amplifier already has one. It gives you the advantage of separate power to each component speaker...and in your case the woofer as well. You also have more control of the crossover points having the component set off one amplifier.

In your case you can DEFIANTELY use just a 4 channel. No question. The SPX crossovers are nicer than any in the same price bracket or even some way above.

The 6 channel will simply allow you more control in one footprint.

On my current project, we're using the MCC406m of a Hybrid Audio three way set. "Tri-amped" is the name of the game here. Complete crossover control with VERY good quality is my friend in that amplifier. I also do know that most cannot afford the McIntosh name. Take a gander at that JL Audio A6450. You'll probably be paying somewhere around $400 for it.

Just thoughts...not declarations. Do what YOU need to do, not what WE want you to do.