So, what I’m thinking to cover all situations if possible:

What would pair together better specifically in scenario A.?

A. Zone 1 = 7.1 surround for home theater. This could consist of Triton 2 for main, 3D soundbar or Supersat 50C for center, Aon 3 for side surround (5.1 focus), Supersat 3 for rear surround (7.1 focus), and possibly a Forcefield 4 sub…
Another possibility would be the Supercinema 50 (see online) with an added pair of Aon 3 for “mains,” thus moving the Supersat 50 and Supersat 3 one step back in the 7.1 setup. This would include the Forcefield 4 like scenario 1.

B. Zone 2 = two-channel hi-fi for dedicated listening would consist of the Triton 2 towers. Subwoofer not needed.

C. Computer speakers - 2.1 with great imaging. = Supercinema 3 system (five Supersat 3 w/ a Forcefield 3). Other possible combination would just be two Aon 2 and a Forcefield 3. (what would I use here to connect to my computer tower? Receiver?)


Lastly,

Keeping in mind pricing deals I receive for most brands, what receivers do you prefer that:

Pair well with GoldenEar and produce “very clean power” to the speakers, while offering newest sound modes, auto speaker placement calibration (accurate), Bluetooth, Pandora, two zones, 7.1, etc…

This should be kept at a $500-800 "after discount" price range. Think of about 30% mark down from retail at least.


Thanks in advance for your help...

Sincerely,

-Ryan

In scenario A, the 3D Array would be the wrong choice for a center channel. Between Trions or Aons as the mains for a 7.1, depends on your room and environment, but to reach some equivalency you'd probably want two ForceField 4 subs.

In scenario C, not sure how 2.1 equals a 5.1? Yes, you would need a receiver or integrated amplifier to play the Aon/ForceField system.

We have been impressed with the sound of receivers by Anthem, Arcam, NAD, Pioneer, Marantz.