Thanks Will.

Due to the architectural/design features of the room, acoustical treatments are out. That's why I had to choose such an inconspicous system to start with.

The room is very large (6,300 cubic feet, 15 x 20 with a 21 foot high ceiling). That's why I was worried about power. The little sats can handle 120W each.

Like you indicated, my fear is I might need an expensive equalizer. But with a limited budget, the EQ money would probably have to come out of the 950/7100 budget. If I had to go with an EQ, to pay for it I would have to give up the 950/7100 and go with a $600 to $900 receiver.