805s and Rotel 1057

[P7rancher]

First post, thanks for the great forum.

I have over several years tried to pull the trigger on a good surround sound system and music system that I can afford and enjoy for many many years. In the past I start out with a certain price point in mind and over the course of my research move to a price point that is beyond my reach. I am going to try to avoid this dilemma this time around. Maybe you can help.

I want to try to stay around $6000 (not including TV and DVD) and if I can locate and feel comfortable buying used, then that is OK (although I am a little uncomfortable buying expensive things from people I do not have any way of knowing or having any recourse against). Both music and movies are important to us.

I have always been impressed with the B&W line of speakers and they have always ended up being my ultimate choice. For now I am looking at the 805s speakers and a Rotel 1057 receiver. Questions?

Center channel, sub and rear channel recommendations (5.1 system)?

Wires needed?

Last and most important, where is the best place to buy this equipment? I don't mind ordering if it will save me some money. Here in southwest Missouri we don't have many choices in dealers.

Thanks for your help.
Steve

[Clepto]

B&W is very anti-mail order, so just use their dealer locator to find what works for you.

You'll definitely want some kind of sub, though don't feel compelled to go with B&W in that department.

You have the option of SCM or DS8 for your surrounds, depends if you like Dipole or not, which tends to be a personal preference one way or the other.

The HTM3S is s a nice center, but from a price standpoint, you might want to go with the HTM4S.

[scanido]

HTM4s for center and for rears, I would say matching 805S

For sub i recommend a Velodyne SPL1000R, or SPL1200R. Amazing subs!