Which HT speakers for Yamaha RX-V630?

[iamadonut]

Hello everyone...

Been reading the reviews on this site for years but this is my first time posting.

I'm on a limited budget, but trying to do my best to set up a "decent" HT system. I just replaced my old H/K AVR40 with a Yamaha RX-V630 (on clearance for $199).

Now I'm looking to get some fronts and a center. My budget is $500 or less.

I've been thinking about the Wharfedale Diamond series...any thoughts? The 8.3s are $350/pr. Is the RX-V630 too weak to power the 8.3s or 8.4s?

I'm also looking for a sub...again, not a stellar budget to work with here. Anything in the sub-$300 price range?

My "listening room" is a ghastly large living room with high ceilings. Also like to listen to rock/classic rock/electronic.

Thanks for all your help.
Ian

[Bryan]

First of all, the receiver should work fine with whatever speakers you get.

What are the dimensions of the room?

You have $800 to work with for main speakers, the center, and a sub. If you go used you can save money. One advantage you have already is having an extra receiver to power a passive subwoofer, such as a used SVS (http://www.svsubwoofers.com) CS series subwoofer. A rough idea of cost is anything from $275 - $350 for one. Look around here, audiogon.com, or over at hometheaterforum.com for one.

The 8.3s would work for you but be sure you like the sound. Amazon.com has them for $350 a pair delivered. The 8.4s are out of your price range right now at close to $250 each. May want to look for used speakers here or even consider bookshelf ones, such as ones from Ascend Acoustics (http://www.ascendacoustics.com), Axiom Audio (http://www.axiomaudio.com), or Onix (http://www.av123.com) for starters.

[iamadonut]

Do you think it's a better idea to get the Wharfedale 8.3s and a sub or go for the 8.4s and get the sub at a later date?

I also found this deal:
http://store.yahoo.com/buy-wharfedale-diamond-speaker/whardiam83bo.html
A pair of 8.3s with a free WH-2 center channel for $350 shipped.

Thanks for the ideas. I'll try to audition some speakers this weekend.