See if you can find a way to audition the Boston M350 - they have been selling for 1/2 off. The word is real positive on the bass - plus the EWB dimple-dome tweeter is good. BOSTON ACOUSTICS M350 TOWER SPEAKERS (PR) at Music Direct Plus the JBL Studio 590 The JBL Studio 5 series is good - and they are nothing like the Klipsch >>> There is no blaring horn character, and they have good bass - and can handle all types of music - and are good for Home Theater. Amazon.com: JBL Studio 590 Dual 8-Inch Floorstanding Loudspeaker (Each): Electronics
