I've tried to balance having a very quality sound system, and raising 4 children. Believe me when I tell you that is very hard. I have felt the most important things that has improved my system has nothing to do with the components. It has been all the "TWEEKS" like cables, interconnects, power cords etc. Also another great tweek that I recommend is using a cd treatment like the auric by audience, I was so amazed with how much that has opened up my soundstage. I feel my speakers are my greatest attribute to the system, James is a small company here in NOR-CAL they have been well known for there home theater, they are an amazing set. Overall I love the 2 channel set up with the Rotel, performs well beyond it's price point. I actually have come to a point where I'm very happy with what I have done and feel that this system is complete. that is until the kids get older, then watch out!!