With regard to the compatibility of a two-channel system with a home theater system, I would agree with mktheater that, in many respects, they work at cross purposes.

I think there are products out there that can bridge the gap. I consider my 970 one of those, largely because of the bypass mode it offers.

In would also include my speakers. I really struggled to find a replacement for my Snell CIII's and was resigned to buying a home theater oriented product that, at best, would not do anything offensive on two channel listening. I was glad to stumble across the 11Ls as they got rave reviews for two channel systems, plus had the added benefit of being part of a larger HT product line that includes a matching center, satelittes and a sub.

While the system probably does not have the dynamic impact of the Klipsch's, the fact the speakers are designed to work together has given me a common sonic signature across my mains and center (I plan to add the surrounds later) which helps add that seamless, 360 degree effect that makes HT sound more lifelike.

Anyway, I have been VERY happy with them and once I get my SMS-1 and the satelittes, I think the system is really going to come together.