I just bought an image dynamics cxs52 component set and an arc audio cxl-2050 to power them. All bought off of e-bay--and anxiously awaiting their arrivals. I never bought speakers without hearing them first, but I wasn't impressed with what I heard at the local shop, so decided to give them a try. I'm not gonna be picky...gotta be better than my 4" dash speakers I have now.