[You did not say what your music/HT ratio is. ]

It's probably 50-50. In response to the question about the placement of the bookshelf spkrs, they will sit on the axiom SS16 stands (16" height), and will rest approximately 8-9 feet apart, one on each side of a t.v. wall unit.

Thanks to all for the very interesting feedback -- have to say I think the thread went off the deep end a bit, but I value each and every on-point opinion that was posted.

As it stands, I think I'm leaning towards getting the sub next. I have an old, but decent, center channel that I can use to play around with until I upgrade it, and a new sub, I think, will give my system some needed oomph for enjoying music and movie soundtracks.

Thanks again!