Hi all,
Long time Ascend owner here. Started with a pair of CBM-170 (non SE), got a CMT-340 center later, and then a pair of CBM-170 SEs for a 5 ch setup (50/50 music/movies). Looking for recommendations for the best bang/buck upgrade path; intending to go to a 7.2.4 system. I do have a pair of HSU ULS-15mk2 subwoofers up in the front corners of the room. I'm also working on room treatments to improve acoustics.
I'm thinking Sierra 1 NRT or Sierra 2 mains would be the next step, and a matched center later; the 170s can be moved to surround. Not sure if the low freq extension of the Sierra 2 EX or the towers would be appreciated (thus reducing bang/buck), since I have two subs and they x-over at 80 Hz. Also not sure about the RAAL tweeter's narrower vertical dispersion; I do intend to have two rows of seating with the rear seating elevated, which may put it out of the sweet spot.
Honestly my current setup already blows me away, I can't imagine what could be better... ignorance is bliss