Damon,
I 2nd Roberts opinion. the 8000s put out so much bass that I wouldnt think youd need a sub except for an exceptionally large room.

as to other speakers. yes, I considered them. as a matter of fact, the plan was always to go with an aerial or other highly thought of speaker. but then I heard the first of several auditions of the 8000s and I began to realize that- hey maybe they have it right. you know that opinions of speakers are very subjective, but I just love the way the 8000s and 7000s sound. if there is 1 word I would use to describe them is "natural". other words are "crisp" and "neutral". these are speakers that are massively powerful and will blow you away with the big boomy movie soundtracks that they handle effortlessly and then startle you with their delicate subtlity on vocals or instrumentals.

I cant comment on the other speakers since I havent heard them. I have no doubt that they are fine speakers.

as you can imagine, this setup set me back quite a bit. not a moment has passed where Ive experienced any "buyers remorse". they may not be for everyone, but I am thrilled that they are for me. let us know what you choose.

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Best regards,
Jerry
Main System: 861v6, DSP8000s in corners, DSP7000s Center and Sides, 1-9 humans.