Have a lovely Denon 3300 in need of speakers. Budget is $400-$700 (yeah, i know its tight). Environment is carpeted living room, 9' ceilings, 11' to listening position, 4' to rear wall from there, wider to the sides.
If i've read correctly, this AVR is warmer and more laid-back in tone - yes? So maybe something with some sparkle - but certainly not harsh or edgey
Larry, I would never consider Denon to be warm. Just the opposite in my experience. I have owned two models and have heard all of their models of the past several years. For your budget I would suggest Paradigm Performance Series like the Titans and Atoms. Very good for the money and will match well with the Denon.