Benchmark or McIntosh....

@helomech Yes, need the headroom. 86/87db for the monitors. 

@james633 Very good info. I cross over at 80 or 90 or 100 (depending on the song - I have three profiles in the preamp that I can change on the fly.)

I am going to give McIntosh monoblocs a go. As many stated (and I agree) if they aren't a good fit for me - I can resell fairly easy (or even trade-in for that matter) 

Was REALLY considering those Parasound JC5s. 1200w at 8ohm. They aren't the prettiest girl in the room, by far, but the performance looks top-notch.

@ghdprentice 👍 those were my thoughts exactly when I read the title of the post.

@shoup1cobra,

I agree 100% with @panzrwagn, replacing your main speakers with the JBL 4367's will be a bigger improvement in sound quality then the subwoofers or amps.  Let us know what you decide. Mike

See articles below re subwoofer integration: 

http://www.soundstagenetwork.com/maxdb/maxdb061999.htm

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QnMkFzX1rT0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saYlNwJulWk

@ditusa Going with McIntosh monoblocs for now. I think it ticks a few boxes for me and as others suggested, I can unload them if the fit isn't right. It does feel a little surreal - after years of seeing/dreaming about McIntosh gear, I'm finally a McIntosh owner. I hope my expectations are not let down. 

@ditusa I've seen his videos before, the first youtube link definitely. Sharp dude for sure.