First off, I like to say to Wardsweb that that is one fine HT setup. Nice job.
Pete, I bought my HT setup around two years ago and it consists of an Onkyo TS-DX575 5.1 HT receiver and Paradigm speakers all around including the sub. I think the total cost was around $1700 back then. I must say, for my needs, it is one damn fine setup. Has DD/DTS and a 5ch stereo mode. Although it is not my primary music setup, it does a superb job of doing that also. When I was shopping, I wanted a nice combination of HT and music. This did the trick. Anyway, it's been two years and I'm sure the technology had gotten even better. Geez, I think they even have 7.1 systems now. Next up is a widescreen TV.
Take care.