Ultimately, the decision will be up to you. Yes, there are certain name brands you can go with that will provide some measure of reliability, but YOU will have to decide what sounds best. Everyone's ear is different, so it is pretty unwise to ask what others think. You are listenting to your system...not them.

Set a budget for yourself and see what type of components fit into that budget. Listen to different systems and then decide what is best for you. Frankly, what I like may sound like crap to you, and visa versa. Bottom line is trust your ear.

David Liske