I was following the Bose thread in the portable audio forum and was about to jump in, when it seemed that it was wrapping up (even the clinking champagne glasses).

So, starting a different thread, A comment that I wanted to make is: I know that certain speakers match well with certain amplifiers. But, I also think that certain speakers match well with certain quality of amplifiers. As an example, I have a Klipsch RB-5 II that sounds assume with my lower end Denon receiver (AVR-687). It just seems to accentuate parts of the sound that the amplifier itself does not good with. The result is a system that sounds well together.

Likewise, I have a Bose 201 speakers that are mounted: in an enclave with a set of cabinets directly on top of them. You'd think that such a location would cause the bass to sound boomy. But, in that location it sounds good.

So, my comment is that buying a really high-end speaker might not help anything. What is best is to have a system that works well together. Then plan a effective upgrade strategy.

Best Regards,
Stan