For speakers, I'd look at Ascend Acoustics CM-340's(think I got the prefix correct). They are favorably compared to anything in the <$2000 range, and with matching bases are like $650/pair. I've got CBM-170's and prefer them to Paradigm Studio 20's at half the price....in fact, I REPLACED a pair of B&W 602's with them.

Internet direct, 30 day in home trial, excellent customer service, etc., etc.! They also do B-stock, though not advertised.