i'm lookin at grabbing a 'theatre in a box' type of system to go along with my JVC S500 dvd player. I have my eye on the Kenwood HTB-205 system, which seems good as a starter system (for $499 CDN).

specs and info here:

http://www.kenwoodusa.com/product/product.jsp?productTypeId=33&sortBy=price&pageId=2&productId=2447

the only issue I see is that it uses a passive subwoofer, relying on the amp's power.

the other system is the sony HT-DDW740

here's the info from best buy:

http://www.bestbuy.com/detail.asp?e=11101311&m=1&cat=1552&scat=242

which system you think I should go with? basically i'm lookin for the best starter system i can get for $500 CDN. thanks!