Well, I had been checking out those logitech systems for a while now, debating which system, new vs. used etc. and decided to get a new z 5500 system.
Amazon has them at $279 atm and also a offering a $30 mail in rebate for a total cost of $249 and free shipping. I don't think that price can be beat anywhere else and the system is on it's way to me as I write this.
As soon as I get a chance to mess with it a while I'll probably get a set-up like Gary's.
The stands etc.
I have a system already that I can use for bigger jobs but would rather not haul the extra weight when I don't have to, and the z5500 sounds like it will fill the smaller venue niche nicely.
All the info, reviews, etc that gets posted on this site is priceless.
Nigel, Man you Rock!
And thanks to all of you guys and gals out there. I haven't been posting much but I am reading everyday. And one day soon hope to contribute more.
in the meantime
Best to all of you.

------------------
The old Newb