Snook2, I have removed my bases and speakes are now on the carpet with 3 cones inbetween. The cones tightens the bass slightly increasing the focus. Regarding the power discussions, I don't know if 30 watts will do the job. I had Classe CA-150 and 200 befoe I settled on the CA-400. Even 200 W was not enough for the V's in my average size room. CA-400 completely changed that. Now there is lots of reserve power ( you can tell by the ear, you know). I have tried Bi-wiring without success.