I wasn't trying to be harsh. My point was to make you think.
I also understand your desire for the best sound possible. No one wants to spend their hard earned money on "junk". At the same time there are a lot of cheaper options that you would be happy with. I went through the same thing when I bought my Rotel gear seven years ago. Since then it's been a passion and an addiction for the best sound for the money.
The money I saved on my current home theater saved my marriage
No joke. I took my wife on a cruise. My home theater rivals most boutique systems out there. I'm not bragging just extremely excited and HAPPY with my system.
