OP,+1 @lalitk
Most folks do not realize that a $10k system in a very good treated room will sound much much better than a $350k system in a room which is not setup or treated for audio. Room accounts for more than 50% of how/what your "system" sounds. When you are able to spend $20k on a system, spend between $500-$1000 on room treatment.So, you are really not screwed. You can probably spend $10k on loudspeakers, $7k on speakers, $2k on cables and $1k on treatment. Based on MY experience, the more resolving your system is, the more you hear what room treatment can do.Work with your dealer and if you show firm commitment, it becomes easy for them to offer you prices at a bundled deal.
Most folks do not realize that a $10k system in a very good treated room will sound much much better than a $350k system in a room which is not setup or treated for audio. Room accounts for more than 50% of how/what your "system" sounds. When you are able to spend $20k on a system, spend between $500-$1000 on room treatment.So, you are really not screwed. You can probably spend $10k on loudspeakers, $7k on speakers, $2k on cables and $1k on treatment. Based on MY experience, the more resolving your system is, the more you hear what room treatment can do.Work with your dealer and if you show firm commitment, it becomes easy for them to offer you prices at a bundled deal.