I am new to all of this and would like some expert advice.
Will be for 90% music and 10% movies
Marantz SR6003 Receiver
Marantz SA8003 SACD
Emotiva 3 XPA-3 Amp
Paradigm Studio 100 v5 (pair)
Paradigm CC-590 Center
Martin Logan Abyss Sub
90% music and 10% movies
Thanks for all the recommendations, Eric

Seems like a pretty killer pile of gear to me. That being said, you are spending a great deal of money, have you paid any attention to the acoustics of your listening space? If not, you should.

Also, looks like only 3 speakers across the front. No surround sound?

Is there a display?

I'm mostly going to be playing music. I have hard wood floors and I don't want a bunch of cables showing. Thanks

So, back to Chris' question: What thoughts have you given to room acoustics?

I'm mostly going to be playing music. I have hard wood floors and I don't want a bunch of cables showing. Thanks

So, back to Chris' question: What thoughts have you given to room acoustics?

judging by that response, probably not much...

any pictures of the room?

very nice cchoices. as long as you really like the sound of the pardigms the best within your budget that system will be incredible. i think your choice of source is beyond scrutiny. fantastic sub. e so if you wanted to add a parasound p7 preamp you could easily to maximize analog sq if the avr preamp isnt transparent enough. sounds like you may need som edamping in your room--maybe some throw rugs and cushy couches or perhaps some commercial product. in a lively room those paradigms could be a bit bright or harsh although your other wise equip choices will help miimize that. im excited for you! enjoy!

You sound alittle hesitant about the Paradigms. Any recommendations?

You sound alittle hesitant about the Paradigms. Any recommendations?

Speakers are a very subjective choice (unlike the electronics which are many objective) so you should let your ears be your guide.