Lizard King,
Sorry for the very late response. I simply love my Ascends. I was able to hear them at a co-worker's house when I visited him in Salt Lake City, and I decided then and there to get a setup. Of course, now they offer the SE version, and though they do offer an upgrade path, its about $160 per speaker. I'm happy with what I have. I'd recommend them to anyone. I don't mind giving demos either!
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Current Setup:
Samsung HL61A750 LED DLP RPTV
Marantz SR5004 AVR / Outlaw 7075 Amp
L/C/R: Ascend Acoustics 340M/C/M
L&R Surrounds: Ascend Acoustics CBM 170
SVS 25-31PC
Panasonic BD55K Blu-Ray Player
Dishnetwork VIP722 HD/PVR.