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2001impala

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amplifier hum
Do you have cable tv ? If so it might be your source. This problem can be easily remedied by using two adapters back to back (at the wall) the first 75ohm to 300 ohm and the other 300 ohm to 75.You can purchase them at Radio Shack or a local home ... 
The new line of Sony DVD/SACD players
Previously, I have listened to the sacd format through semi- reference components. And was also skepticle as to the potential advantage for systems souch as you have described. However, a couple of weeks ago I took the liberty of stopping by a loc... 
Synergistic Research Sig. 2 vs. Harmonic Tech
I own a pair of syn research #2s for th money there a great cable, very open sound stage and very transparent however I will warn you they are a bit bass shy at least on my b&w n 802s. 
U.S. Postal Service mail delays
As a letter carrier for the U.S.P.S. I must say I am very pleased to see that the majority of people in wich contributed to this forum are understanding.In the early 80's an average of 16 packages contianing bombs were sent via airplane undetected... 
Under speaker metal SPIKES ...what is the point ?
Speaker spikes serve ascentially two purposes. The first being they provide a contact point w/ considerably less surface area thus increasing the stability of your speakers. One might ask why is this important? Think of your tweeters speakers w/ s... 
Best brand CDR/CDRW!
Plexor! By far the best CD burner around, just a little pricey. Other than that Yamaha is the best quality for your buck. Look for your options and make sure you have a good enough buffer. 2 meg for 8X, 4 meg for up to 12X, and you want an 8 meg f... 
Anyone under 30?
I assumed that at 25 I would be the baby of this family. It's nice to see that some of my peers have an appreciatoin for something other than ingesting excessive alchohol. I also feel your pain Tim w/ two small children and a mortgage I freqently ... 
Help Cable is causing a Buzz/Hum in HomeTheatre Amp.
Purchase two adapters one from 75 ohms to 300 and another to convert it back to 75. By placing them back to back there your cable comes out of the wall you will eliminate your problem.You can purchase the adapters at a local Radio Shack for a few ... 
Conduct on Audiogon
I have found most individuals on this site (although some have tasteless humor) to handle themselves very well.Thus, a more consise response would be yes this is considered poor edicit and does merit negative feedback. 
BW Nautilus 802, blow away Nautilus 803
Doug I own a pair of nautilus 802s and yes at first they are bright (until break in). Another thing to consider is the fact the 802s are finicky about cables.However when properly set up they are an outstanding speaker.Asfar as the crossovers go b... 
Cable suggestions
Purchase an entry level set of synergistic research cables. I own a pair of nautilus 802s and have found them to be the most compatable.They will be a bit more than you bugeted however,I beleive you will find them well worth the investment. 
Why do cables need break-in?
When cables are cast the materials form a crystaline structure (which those of us in the audio world refer to as "grain" ).This stucture is relativly random . However,after several hours of use the cable developes a more consistant patern.Thus, cr...