Multiple Monitors, Multimedia and "Convergence"

Audigon might be the last place in the world to embrace "convergence". I still keep my "home theatre" and 2 channel systems in different rooms and expect to do so for quite some time.

When working at my desk, however, I find myself craving a more integrated environment.

In addition to watching at least one channel of news throughout the day, it would be fun to keep half an eye on a video, or listen to some music through a genuinely high end, nearfield set up on my desk.

In my work, I have to juggle multiple tasks, monitor multiple data streams, sometimes while also working on multiple emails or documents.

High def, widescreen video monitors which can take multiple inputs seem to be getting more popular, but I still find most salespeople give me a blank or confused stare when I describe to them all the things I would like to be able to accomplish at my desk, or how many monitors should I have or what configuration the monitors should be in for maximum work and research productivity.

Has anyone else thought about this high end audio, high end video, multiple screen, "control room" approach their desk?

Where you could work, monitor some TV, listen to music, research your favourite audio questions on Audiogon, all with high definition and truly high end, nearfield sound?

I think this would make a day at the office a lot more enjoyable and - believe or not - increase productivity with multiple screens.

Any ideas? Vendors? Experiences? Suggestions for monitors and/or their configuration?

Thank you.