[Forte III test]

Alright everyone, seriously confused and bewildered!!

I want to upgrade my music-only system now that I have a house big enough to have surround upstairs for movies.

 

I have an older Denon AVR1000 receiver that I love but think I will move upstairs for the surround and get a 2.1 for music (primarily LPs)

Not a lot of options without going separates route and expense seems silly 

 

Thought I was sold on Klipsch Forte iii with the reviews I read but the size makes my wife shudder.  Was reading in here about RP280-F and size more reasonable and I like the price better too.  (Considered Logan ESLX and B&W 720 but they aren't best for my rock ear (ACDC, Rush, Triumph) I don't believe and the Logan's sweet spot seems small) as I tend to roam with stereo on a lot.

 

So.....Can I go wrong with the Fortes?  Suggestions on 2.1 receiver to drive them?  Are the 280Fs a good alternative?

 

Also, can I just add a bigger amp through the preamp out on the Denon AVR1000?

[Finding a good receiver for Klipsch speakers]

Alright everyone, seriously confused and bewildered!!

I want to upgrade my music-only system now that I have a house big enough to have surround upstairs for movies.

 

I have an older Denon AVR1000 receiver that I love but think I will move upstairs for the surround and get a 2.1 for music (primarily LPs)

Not a lot of options without going separates route and expense seems silly 

 

Thought I was sold on Klipsch Forte iii with the reviews I read but the size makes my wife shudder.  Was reading in here about RP280-F and size more reasonable and I like the price better too.  (Considered Logan ESLX and B&W 720 but they aren't best for my rock ear (ACDC, Rush, Triumph) I don't believe and the Logan's sweet spot seems small)

 

So.....Can I go wrong with the Fortes?  Suggestions on 2.1 receiver to drive them?  Are the 280Fs a good alternative?

 

Also, can I just add a bigger amp through the preamp out on the Denon AVR1000?