Is it worth the trouble and expense?

First of all I have been a sorta audiophile for 40 yrs. Always upgrading my system trying to find the perfect balance between audio and HT. I've found Marantz to be the best balance. Now I own Rotel older amps and pre-amps (RSP985 and RB985) for 5.1 surround sound and all video directly connected to my Samsung monitor. Getting the bug to update everything to boost music and HT. Currently have Paradigm on-wall speakers but they are really lacking in performance. Have a SVS PB-1000 sub that I love, but the lower end is missing the mark with the Paradigms. Have B&W 602's for speakers but Wife thinks they are intrusive. (still working on that idea). Looking for speakers that pass the WAF, so keeping it to wall speakers maybe driven by either a Marantz or Anthem\Arcam HT Receiver. Maybe 7 channels because I don't think I'll progress beyond that spec. I am 63 years old and know my hearing is limited (Led Zep). Looking for a moderately priced HT Receiver that will satisfy my listening needs without breaking the bank. Not your typical Audiogon subject but just looking for suggestions