Mike,

Since you have not indicated a speaker budget these are just a few suggestions and info sources about speakers in a moderate price range that appear to be generally well regarded value speakers.

I have gotten some great deals from the folks at www.accessories4less.com They are a factory closeout dealer for Acoustic Research brand speakers and Marantz audio, generally around 40% off new retail prices, Speakers include full 5 yr. factory wty.
AR-3's are 3 way towers and have built in 12" powered subs, AR-15's for rear surrounds, AR-2c center.
Around 2200.oo

You might check this web site out for several other suggestion and price ranges. (Lower - Higher)
http://www.cheaphometheater.com = CHT
Swan Diva's = CHT recommendation
http://www.cheaphometheater.com/Swan%20Diva%20Surround%20System.htm
Around 1500.oo and then add a sub 750.oo ?

PSB Image series (Yahoo stores) Many full PSB 5.1 packages in the 2k - 2.5k range.

Klipsch and Boston Acoustic sub and small satellite systems = BOSE killers.
Around 1500.oo

Mission speakers / Mid price value

New Polk LSi series
5.1 system 4000.00 (3k - sub)
http://www.onhometheater.com/product/20020215.htm

Here is a nice source for professional reviews of speakers, from lower to very high end
http://www.ecoustics.com/Home/Home_Audio/Speakers/

For owner product reviews try this website.
www.audioreview.com

Something else well worth looking for !
When mfr's roll out a newer series and discontinue an older line, dealers will sometimes slash prices and offer some great deals to clear out their older inventory.
Also when dealers drop a brand line.


Certainly demo and compare with sound material you know.
Your speakers will probably have the greatest impact on your overall sound.

I guess inexpensive is kinda relative in audio. Considering that you can spend many times the cost of some of these suggestions just for your front main speakers.

B&W Nautilus 800 flagship speakers 20k pr.
http://www.wegivesoundadvice.com/sndadv ...ID=538&CATID=15

One of these days I may win the Lottery.

Good luck with your shopping.

Steve




[This message has been edited by Steve_C (edited June 12, 2002).]