I have been tasked with helping a friend put together a lower end HT system.

Looking into suggesting a Yamaha Aventage RX-A730BL if they want to spend that much.

I am stuck on the speaker system because of my tastes and current gear are not in same ballpark as what my friend is looking for.

I have looked at a few Fluance systems SXHTB-DB150-KIT ($650), and Energy 5.1 Take Classic ($400)as well as Def Tech Pro Cinema 600($800). I have not listened to any of them. Also added Andrew Jones designed Pioneers.

Any input or other suggestions appreciated.

Brian