I was at a local Best Buy today, and they apparently got their shipment WAY early, because Season 3 (Street date 8/9/05) was all over the shelves. I didn't buy it because I only brought enough cash for Brady Bunch S2 & Remington Steele. Does anyone know if they will let you buy it early if it on...
I took the plunge with the Friends "bundle" tonight, with the 120.00 off, all 9 seasons came to $170.56 (including tax). Thats 18.95 per season, then with the $50.00 rebate, 120.56 or 13.40 per season. Not bad, since I was going to buy them anyway.
You better hope they have another copy in stock...I went to 3 different BB's, and all were sold out. They all saud that they thought they were sold out at all the BB's in the area (Detroit Metro area).
I think Athena's are the more budget-minded offspring of Energy - made by the same company (API International). The Athena's are a great buy for the money. You can hear them at Best Buy, or take them home to try and if you don't like them they have a 30 day return policy.
Just a few points: You may be able to find the R-1's & B-2's locally at Best Buy (they have been clearing them out), so you can hear them, and decide. I know people say the B-2's have more bass than the B-1's (6" woofer vs. 5.25"). This additional Bass may be helpful or wanted since you didn't...
If you decide to get the Sony, I think the Infinity Primus 150's or the Athena B-2's or B-1's would be a good choice. You can get a pair of thease speakers for 150 or less. If you go with the whole Home Theater in a Box deal, check out the Infinity 770 - on sale at Circuit City for around...