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I need help with hum
To Glen -Are you using the five analog outs on your dvd player? Try the digital outDude, I'm not tracking you!1) A BP-60 doesn't have a digital input.2) The BP-60 is a two-channel amp.How can you substitute a digital link for 5 analog outs? 
Disappointed in SACD player
Yikes!It seems like you are letting other people make up your own mind for you.If you are interested in SACD then put some effort into it! You might have to work harder to locate a demo, or find a mail order outlet with a 30-day return guarantee.I... 
Any criticisms of Odyssey Stratos
For about $2k you can have a new set of Stratos mono's or a used BAT VK-60 tube amp.To me the BAT sounds more like music than the Stratos.You probably won't hear anything 'wrong' with the Stratos, but you need to know the kind of sound you like in... 
Naxos Bruckner Symphony Set
FYI - Naxos is increasingly gaining control over the whole production process.The older releases will be 'inconsistent' while the newer ones are getting more reliable.In any event, $6 is a bargain and allows me to 'take a flyer' on pieces that I w... 
Monoblocks or upgrade to larger amp?
Remember, moving from 100 to 200 watts is only 3db.Unless you *know* you need the 3db then the extra power means nothing. 
Important Info for Meadowlark Owners
I have also found that height makes a big difference.How far away from the speakers is your listening position? 
Priorities, who makes the rules anyway?
A greater man than me said it all. You just have to believe that you are entitled to be 'you' regardless of what others think.Another way of saying it: "Your opinion of me is none of my business." 
sweet spot hell
You can try a large toe-in so that the speakers aim at a point about a foot in front of the listening position.This usually widens the sweet spot but of course will have other effects also.But, it's free and worth a try. 
a BAD BAD Day for Digital
Danger Will Robinson!If the original power cord used only two conductors then you MUST NOT connect the ground when installing an IEC connector.I am not an electrician but I have read several posts on AA that discuss this situation.If your tech att...