I found a nice set of used polk speakers and a sub at a thrift shop, got it for around the price you described (I can't remember the exact price bc I bought a reciever with it as well). Came with a center, L, R, and a sub. Good stuff.

*inhale*
*long sigh*

This is SUPER cool.

*when I mention one of every instrument, I meant to imply that it's one of every instrument that you would find in a typical orchestra or wind ensemble.

I have a WIP open in FL Studio that has one of every instrument available from any and all VSTs across the program. It's tough for sure, but playing in those groups and also listening to them on YouTube will give good insights into voicings and mannerisms like dynamics and articulation.

On a similar token, 7/8 is mine. Keeps the sight reading chops up.

Agree! Just have it exist as it is as the creator sees fit. Criticism can come later, but let people create as they wish.