Russ,

Actually I considered the 8000s already but found the 7200s to have a more detailed soundstage when the speakers are less than 4 meters apart. Setting them further apart changes the game again. The 8000s have the bottom end in both situations, no doubt.

The Anniversary system on the other hand is another story, it is much better. Once Meridian is bringing the upgrades to the regular versions or if I should place the speakers further than 4 meters apart, I'll consider going with the 8000s.

- Stephan