Quote Originally Posted by dingus View Post
as i see it, the problem going with another unmatched center is, if you dont like how it integrates into your system you are exactly where you are right now. heck, even if you do like a different unmatched center, you wont know if the matching Dynaudio is the cats meow or not. going with a Dynaudio will answer your question either way.

you could see if a local dealer will let you demo the Dynaudio and if you decide you like it, run in phantom mode until you can move on one. you could also seek out other audio enthusiast Dynaudio owners in your area that may let you try out theirs.
Yeah, it sucks that I can't get a 42C anywhere now. You also rarely see any used Dynaudio speakers anyway.

The Excite center is $900 and the DM is $800 and both are out of the current budget.

Thanks for the suggestions though.