best home theatre speaker package for $1500 CAD

[MaDBa]

First I want to start off by saying that I understand everyone's interpretation of good sound quality is completely subjective. I plan on auditioning a myriad of setups but ask for some guidance from the people that are educated on the topic.

Here are my specs:
-Living room size: approx. 13' x 19' (open to kitchen 9.5' x 8.5')
-9' ceilings
-Carpeted

Looking for something good for both HT and music (70/30). Already picked my receiver (Denon AVR-790) so just trying to decide on the speaker setup. I have a budget of ~$1500 CAD for a 5.1 setup. Bookshelfs and 8" sub is my preference and no doubt plenty for the size of room.

Just to give you guys some direction, I already looked at Energy RC Minis paired with an ESW-C8 sub. Sounded fantastic but of course I need to hear other options. Found the Axiom Epic Midi 125 interesting.

Any help would be great.

Cheers.

 

[fredk]

Well, I do like the sound of Axioms. If you do go for the Axiom setup, I would either upgrade to the EP350 sub, or look at something like the PB10nsd from SVS.

Check out Axioms Hearing Things forum to see if there is anyone in your area that will give you an audition.

Also see if you can find a PSB dealer in your area. They also make a nice speaker.