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I will always, always recommend people spend separate amps on their main speakers first. Regardless of which receiver fits your budget, once you add a separate amp (monoblock or stereo) you want to apply it to these channels, in order of preference. 1) Left and Right 2) Center 3) Left/Right...

Nothing wrong with that approach at all. You could also potentially use the 1140's built-in amp channels for atmos channels, while using your separate amp for the mains. A perfect approach.

Josh, You certainly don't need to defend your approach - as it's your money and theater after all. I think the AVM70 will make you quite happy, though be warned it will be quite expensive. I think the MSRP on it is 3500. One option would be to keep an eye on the classifieds here, and on...

I always recommend you start with your amp if looking at amp and pre-pro, since your amp will be with you for a long time. That will also inform other considerations like whether you want to feed your amp with a balanced (XLR) or unbalanced (RCA) signal. The great thing about many receivers is...

@John Dirk definitely has it right here. You will love the AVM 70, but if your speakers are the weakest link in the chain, you won't get to take full advantage. I generally recommend speakers, then amps, then pre/pro/electronics last.