Not an audiophile, pretty clueless here

[Teabaggins]

I've read several threads here and although they are helpful they also add to the confusion.

I know nothing about surround sound, receivers, speakers, etc. So just about anything will sound good to me.

I know it's not the best way to go but if you HAD to which "all in one" type of deal where I get the receiver and all necessary speakers in one go and just have to connect them would you recommend?

Once again I apologize for my ignorance and I apologize if I have offended serious audiophiles here

I have a Sony bd 301 and Sony LCD if that helps. thanks everyone

[kpkelley]

Originally Posted by Teabaggins

I know it's not the best way to go but if you HAD to which "all in one" type of deal where I get the receiver and all necessary speakers in one go and just have to connect them would you recommend?

None.

If you give us an idea of your budget I'm sure Driver_King would be happy to spend your money for you.

[Teabaggins]

$1000 or so, is that possible? I'm flexible, just don't know what I need or where to start

[kpkelley]

Are you looking for a 5.1 or 7.1 system?

A lot of people suggest this:
eD Subwoofer

You could look at the Yamaha 663 receiver as that may be your best value, or given your sony affection perhaps the Str-dg720 or 820.

[Teabaggins]

thanks for your help.

5.1 or 7.1..it doesn't really matter to me . I would prefer it if the speakers and such were small or hidden as possible but I'll take what I can get

[kpkelley]

Originally Posted by Teabaggins

thanks for your help.

5.1 or 7.1..it doesn't really matter to me . I would prefer it if the speakers and such were small or hidden as possible but I'll take what I can get

If you get two pairs of those bookshelf speakers they will be smaller or you can get a small 5 speaker system from the likes of polk or infinity that would fall within your budget.

[kpkelley]

Here is the DG720. That with the eD subwoofer leaves you about $550 for your speakers.

Center Channel $100
Bookshelf Pair $200
Towers $130/each x2 = $260

Total: $560

You can add two more speakers later on for a 7.1 system and if space is an issue you can get two more of the bookshelf speakers and not get the towers.