I'm looking for a new set of surround sound speakers/receiver. It needs to have optical audio input and a fully wireless remote.

I don't think that I'm interested in a full blown A/V Receiver, just a simple kit that can handle my requirements.

Right now, I have a Creative Inspire GD580 in my exercise room and it's great. I wanted to order another for my TV room but they are heavily constrainted.

Does anyone know of a similar kit that I could buy instead?

If anyone knows of a really good low end A/V Receiver, I suppose I'd be willing consider it. I looked into A/V Receivers a few years ago and the trouble was that I had to buy a really high end model if I wanted to be able to switch multiple HD inputs. I've been waiting for the prices on A/V receivers with proper HD support to come down. I admit I haven't looked in a while though...

One last question... for the rear speakers, I've been thinking of looking into wireless options. Anyone have info on wireless solutions? Do they come integrated with the speakers or are they a separate module I can use instead of wire?


Actually, come to think of it, I'm going to need a second optical audio input in the future (when the PS3 come out), and possibly three by the end of next year (when my TV provider finally gets HD working).

So I guess an AV receiver is the way to go then?

Any thoughts?

I have to also say that one of the reasons I've been hesitant about getting a proper receiver is that I live in a condo and have to avoid something that's too loud or has too powerful a subwoofer because I don't want to disturb my neighbours.