I second the idea about DIY speakers. I had Rick Craig of Selah Audio design a front set (including center) for me. He built the crossovers and sent all the drivers and everything else (e.g., gaskets, screws). With some help from a woodworking friend, veneering friend and finishing friend, I have a set of speakers that cost me just over $1K, but would sell for $2-3K if it was a namebrand. They image so well, I switched from listening to music with the various surround modes back to 2-channel - which is what led me to a SqueezeBox.
And, if you don't want to DIY, all of Rick's pre-designed kits are available assembled (Do-It-Themselves). You are still saving a substantial amount on dealer mark-up. Rick's site is: http://www.selahaudio.com/ He has an AudioCircle forum at: http://www.audiocircle.com/circles/viewforum.php?f=42 There are some other good DIY/T companies out there (e.g., Northcreek Music & Salk Sound), but I just have personal experience with Selah Audio. Also, I know Rick has some speakers he will send out for an audition. Other companies do the same. Hope this helps! -- skvinson ------------------------------------------------------------------------ skvinson's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2147 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19832 _______________________________________________ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
