No, that certainly wouldn't be my recommendation. With the 3808 and other receivers which use Audyssey MultEQ XT, it's a major feature(and expense item)of the unit, so part of its function shouldn't be simply discarded. Initially, maybe just the calibration can be done, but the room equalization should then be given a thorough test later on. Dr. Rich's tests and the reports of many users indicate that benefits are to be had.

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Enjoy the music, not the equipment.