My New System

So far, it's just 2ch.  But it's an AWESOME 2ch set-up.  Couldn't be happier.  I've owned some nice systems in my day but this one takes the cake.  Outlaw, Klipsch etc.  Customer service from each was outstanding.  Can't say enough about Crutchfield.  They took all my cable returns (I was changing the set-up so had to buy new lengths and return the ones I didn't want).  In the end, I went with all XLR to the amps and sub.  Same thing for Customer Service from Anthem and NAD on best way to bi-amp and SVS for using the XLR port.  Part of setting up a system is knowing how each piece responds the best. So customer service counts.

Side note: As great as it sounds right now, I have not run the Anthem Room Calibration aka ARC.  We are getting drapes installed in front of the big window and I still need to put up the Sound Deadening panels.  According to the ARC instructions, any change to the room requires you to re-run the calibration so I will post my thoughts on that AFTER I run it and am satisfied it has done it's best. By then I should have 100+ hrs on the system and will have a good before/after comparison.

So....Here's what I ended up with after MONTHS of research and reading/watching reviews.  If you are in the market for a new system, I promise you, this combination works.  As long as you have $25k to spend plus what it costs to run the dedicated 20a line and cables thru the wall.

Anthem AVR70 8K / NAD C298 (x2) / KEF R11 Meta's (Bi-Amped) / SVS PB4000

Furman Elite w/ dedicated 20a line / Sony A9G / Sony BDP8000

AudioQuest cables

Regards, Scott H