This thread is from a month back. Funny how things have progressed.

I have been enjoying movies on my new 52" LCD and using just my Polk bookshelves (can't find the model # anywhere on these but my wife constantly tells me I can't find anything even if it's under my nose) I pay close attention to what I hear. How low the bass goes (or doesn't go) How clear the dialogue is. The dialogue happens to be rather good with these speakers. They are maybe 12-14" high and are sitting on the floor. The sound sounds like it's coming from the TV. At times causes me to wonder if a center channel speaker is really necessary. Wish I new someone with a good HT of any brand.