I have the LM-1's and they are incredible! I was playing a DVD surround sound music disc and sitting near the LM-1's--their resolution, detail and musicality were the equal of the front speakers, ATC SCM-12 monitors. Very dynamic and detailed without being bright. My friend has the Bose cubes in her surround sound system and there is just no comparison. There is no life in the Bose, just sound. Find the LM-1's used and you will have a great deal. Some people use them with excellent results as their main speakers in a small room or second system.