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Who is planning to buy the oppo-95 and...?
What would be the things to consider in determining if the 93 or the 95 is the right player for my mid/low-fi system (Rotel receiver, B&W LCR's up front, 2-velodyne spl-10 subs)? I run analog 5.1 into the receiver from my Samsung BDP-20 (I hat... 
Flat Screen Recommendations: 50 to 60 inch
Any thoughts on the LG 60" plasma at Costco? Hard to tell under store lighting but it looked darned good when I stared at it for a minute or two last night. $1299! That's an incredible price but I have no idea how it compares to the other plasmas ... 
the marantz sound...mid-fi avrs...vs Denon....
I had a Marantz THX certified AVR (forget the number, bought new in late 2000) before it fried the motherboard a bit out of warranty. There were no replacement parts available and seeing as I'd had the Marantz DVD player die shortly before receive... 
Flat Screen Recommendations: 50 to 60 inch
Do the plasma tv's still have reflection issues? I have a lot of ambient light where my Sony Bravia IV LCD is placed (which is why I went with an LCD). If the reflection issue of the plasma's has been solved, I would consider getting one. 
$6 Million Dollar Man?
For $6 million couldn't he just hire live performers for music? 
What to upgrade or just leave it alone ?
Thanks for the feedback. Daverz: The speakers are B&W LCR6-2's up front http://img.epinions.com/images/opti/0e/64/elec_Home_SpeakersStereoBW_600BW_LCR6_S2-resized200.gifThanks for the multisub paper, Bob. I'll have to sit down and read it, loo... 
which Brand of Reciever produces the Best Audio?
I have had a Marantz receiver and now currently use a Rotel RSX-1056 for HT and music. The Marantz receiver (2000 model year w/THX cert, forget the model number) crapped out w/ a blown motherboard and no replacement parts available right after the... 
Electrostatic versus conventional speakers
Weseixas, do they have to be 4-5' from side walls too or just rear walls? 
Electrostatic versus conventional speakers
Are Martin Logan's considered "electro-static" by you? If so, I think Ultimate Electronics and Best Buy's (gack) "Magnolia Home Theater" have those to listen to in Vegas (not sure, call first).Premiere used to sell Marin Logans until Ultimate star... 
Advice needed for new HT receiver/amp
Does the Denon have 5.1 inputs (and your dvd player 5.1 outputs and the appropriate processing)? If so, just run the 5.1 cables and no need for a new receiver.There is a Rotel 1057 receiver on ebay for a reasonable price right now (not mine), but ... 
Is it time to switch receivers?
Does your receiver have 5.1 inputs? If your dvd player has the processing built in (like a Sharp BD20U), you can run the 5.1 output and you are good. Just run the hdmi cable to the tv for video. 
Wife wants a black faced receiver to replace Rotel
Just finished my parts order w/Rotel. It was less than $73 for everything, shipping included.Thanks for the help. 
Wife wants a black faced receiver to replace Rotel
Rotel did return my email. Faceplate is exceptionally inexpensive ( 
Wife wants a black faced receiver to replace Rotel
Thanks Kgturner. I sent an email to Rotel USA about buying a black faceplate.Imin2u: See, I don't mind that my wife wants the faceplate to match the rest of the system. I don't need to "stand up" to her. I have a race car, truck, trailer, a garage... 
Anyone need/want a non-working Denon DCD1700?
Last chance on this. If anyone wants this for FREE (plus shipping), please let me know by Friday, January 6th or it goes in the dumpster this weekend.