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How cheap can you go and still be happy with the sound?
I'm thrilled with my PSB Image 2B front and Image 2C center channel speakers, REL subwoofer, and Radio Shack Optimus LX5 rear channel speakers powered by my Yamaha RX-V571 receiver(soon to be replaced with an Aventage RXA-4A receiver)! Even if I h... 
Why I don't hear bass drums on Jazz LPs?
The kick drum is usually not prominent In classic "laid-back" jazz versus high-energy bebop and fusion where the kick drum is usually more prominent.   
Active Speakers Don't Sound Better
Active loudspeakers have widespread use in pro audio. If they didn't sound good I doubt they would be used as much if at all.  
Watts! How many do we need?
Current and output impedance are important as well. Paul from PS Audio gives a good explanation here.