I have had a Carver CT-7 and M1.0T for some time now. Klipsch RB81-ll and a MK V75-ll sub move the air. CDs are played on a Sony DVP-S7700, and vinyl on a Technics SL-D2. I don't listen to very much vinyl. I have a Sony Blueray player as well as a Panny Plasma TV for Youtube and such with a Roku Ultra. Most items were bought used (the turntable and Sony DVP I found at flea markets for $20 each.) If you are from SW PA you may know of Trader Jack's flea market.
This is a fairly inexpensive system overall, the Klipsch being the only things I bought new. The Carver pieces I bought from a local dealer that had closed up shop and was emptying his garage so he could move to Florida,
(I also bought a pristine Sunfire True Sub Mark ll from him for my living room home theater, but it was too much for my high rise apartment, so I sold it.) I found all of the used stuff when I wasn't even looking specifically for it. I was at that local dealer's house buying a used DSLR and he showed me his garage full of stuff.
I'm lucky to be single and have a guest room dedicated to my stereo setup (and ammunition press), but it is still guest friendly with a futon. I followed Bob Carver's instructions for speaker setup and find the sonic holography impressive. I'm considering upgrading to AL-lll plus speakers and possibly a Nelion upgrade for my amp.
I load my own ammo because I shoot NRA Bullseye/Precision Pistol with an 8" Colt Python in a local league.
Regards, Dave.