$5,000 budget (1 Viewer)

[Mike Matheson]

You might consider the Rocket 550's instead of the 750's. For HT use, some folks prefer their sound (seems to blend more seemlessly with the center speakers).

There are postings on such either here or at AVS, if you feel like digging. . .

Either way, looks like you're in for a heck of a system. Congrats.

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Mike

 

[gregD]

Take your time and audition as many speaker systems as you can... that's where most discernible differences are found... I'd suggest putting a $1k limit on a receiver; then be amazed at what $4k can get you in the way of speakers... separates are great when it comes to flexibility, but after dropping $5k on a new system, you'll probably not be inclined to do any upgrading for a few years... years which should be spent enjoying good speakers which virtually all $1k receivers can drive easily (but do put a little effort into component-matching)... then down the road figure another similar $5k budget for a serious separates upgrade -- then set your faces on 'stunned'!

No brand recommendations from me, 'cuz there are so many possibilities at this price point... audition as many types as you can... floorstanders... mini-monitors... maybe risk a little return-shipping money with one of the online makes.

This is the fun part... happy hunting.