Forgive me if this has already been covered. I've tried to search for this info, and I've found people asking the questions but no answers. So, here goes...

I've got a 800 & 861. I'm interested in doing upgrades to v3...or, rather I was until I saw the prices.

For those that have already done the upgrade, perhaps you can answer a few questions of mine:

(1) If I only upgrade the 861, what do I gain/lose compared to upgrading both?

(2) Will my current OA12's work with a V3 861? Can I mix & match an OA12 (for surrounds) with a OA13 (for main & center?)

(3) Many of you have mentioned that CD's sound much better with V3 gear. What part of the V3 upgrade is responsible for that?

(4) For those that have upgraded to a V3 800, what does it entail? i.e., what are you getting for the money?

(5) Does the price of the upgrade include a front fascia change? Or is that an additional charge? (Trying to see if there's something I can leave OUT of the upgrade to trim price).

Thanks.

-Rick