Yes John I plan to expand. I am doing a lot of reading on separates and have found the Emotiva UMC-1 processor and the XPA-5 amplifier are within financial and aesthetic reason...they really are quite attractive. Ive read some great reviews from Axiom owners indicating these components "bring life" to their speakers. But I am also aware of the problems Emotiva has had with 4 ohm loads...so I am cautious. Other separate's option suggestions for a 5.1 system are very welcome...Lee