drop down ceiling in basement...??

If you are using in ceiling or in wall speakers, be advised that proper damping is required. Some of this may be included with the speakers you purchase. Ceiling tiles won't affect sound in the way you think, so that's a good thing. (in this particular case)

Drop ceilings are not a great idea, unless you have tons of head room. Try to get as much height as you can. Dry wall or dry wall with exposed floor joists.  

Agreed. The suspended ceiling and false plenum will act as a resonator and sound board. I use open joists and sheetrock in my space in a basement.