I am in a quandary myself about getting two LD Maui 5 speakers.

Bose Compact(1) is fine, but monaural. SSV3 is stereo-like and great, but sometimes lacking bass without the sub, especially with my S970. To achieve stereo with bass, I have to add a Bose or go to the Maui 5's with much more connectivity and EQ for little more money. Of coarse, I could do nothing and take the SSV3 and sub, but I have no way of knowing if there is enough improvement with the Maui 5. I am sure Frank has the best price, but no return option.