I am a consumer looking to install a complete home system - all the bells and whistles. I have gotten some initial feedback on a Crestron system - very pricey, and seemingly at the mercy of a programming guru in the years ahead as changes are made. I know nothing abou AMX, and have made no inquiries into this line - seems almost interchangeable w/Crestron...?

Someone put me on to the prospect of a Savant system which, as far as I can tell, may afford a more flexible and "next-generation" appeal in terms of equipment, programming ease, and interface, and maybe less expensive?

Pluses = per above.

Negatives = New company...what happens if they go broke - is the system down the drain? Salvageable?

These forums are quite helpful, but I do question "objectivity" of all, as many people are partial to a given product line based upon their vested interests.

I do need to make a decision very soon - suggestions, advice?