suggestions on speakers for 5.1 setup $2500 range


expandable in the future, currently with a denon 3805 in a 25x20x12 ft room, windows on 2 sides and hardwood floors- nothing too bright. looking for bookshelves/ monitors- Is it advisable to use monitors from different companies for front/ center/ rear/ sub or would there be integration problems.
any comments on ascend, aperion?
b_mak

Showing 1 response by horseface

Ok,

Beat me up again guys ... Paradigm Reference 20 v2's and a matched Paradigm CC center with a Seismic 10

I just saw posted today - 20 v2's and matching center for $1300 find a used Seismic ($900) you might even have a few bucks for stands/cables. I agree the sub can be switched out - the Seismic has a high price but will scare you. Lots of people seem to hate Paradigm for some reason.

PS - I have heard that speaker powered by a little tubed integrated and it changed my audio life. Don’t under estimate the potential of those little guys. I have also heard the Reference line in action at a friends house and thought it both musical and has stunning HT performance. Go and listen for yourself.