good point jerry. i guess i am partially not to torn up that my son put a wallop on it, oh darn, UPGRADE excuse. I didn't even think of just replacing damaged parts, i'll keep that in mind.
As for budget on a new center or new fronts with new center?
I would say 300 for center, 1000 for center plus front towers.
I'm looking for middle of the road paradigm, is that even possible with that budget?