Im interested in buying the towers within a month. I've never owned home speakers before. I will only have the two speakers and will not go beyond 2.1 (a 15" Rhythmik is only a maybe, and it would be way down the road). I have a 50" plasma, a cable box, and apple TV. I use an apple airport express for my wi-fi. All my music is on my Macbook with iTunes. I was wondering should i get an AV receiver or separates? Im still confused on what i would need if i get separates. Do i just need a preamp and an amp? Will i need a tuner and DAC? Seems easier to get AV receiver but which one? Would separates be higher quality with more power and better for 2.0(2.1)? I'm not into home theater and speakers will be for music and sports on TV (UFC). I'm comfortable spending $1,100 USD or so. Specific models would be very helpful. I just registered and this is my first post. Thanks for taking the time to help/educate me.