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Comments of recommendations on Xmas music
It's now new but Christmas Extroardinaire by the Mannheim Steamrollers has great sonics and is fun to listen to. 
How would you rate ???
I've tried the Au24 bi-wire, LAT International bi-wire, and the Virtual Dynamic Nites (non bi-wire). Based on my tastes I would rate these 3 cables in that exact order from least to best. 
what is the right audio setting with dv-47ai?
Have you allowed it to break in? I was skeptical about break in time myself but after 100-200 hours it sounded like the "blanket" was lifted. 
best speaker cable under $300?
I second the LAT. Great price and you can audition them for free. 
Review: Resolution Audio Opus 21 CD Player
Platsolos,Thanks for the great review! Now I'm even more interested than ever in the opus. I don't suppose you can post a pic of the remote? I'm just curious to know what it looks like. 
Resolution Audio Opus 21
Platsolos,What other digital sources have you heard in your system? I am very interested in the Opus 21 and am curious to know what it's comparable to. 
Full range box floorstanding recommend $3-5K range
Vmps rm40 speakers might be worth checking out. I've never had the opportunity to listen to them but have read that they are excellent. You can check them out at www.vmpsaudio.com. If I had the money I'd try them out myself. Hope you find somethin... 
Speaker Cables? Your input kindly requested.
I don't know anything about the Transparent MW 100 cables but I do have LAT International's best bi-wire ss-1000 d cables for sale here. Maybe do a little research and see if these are something you might be interested in. I know, I know, it's a s... 
How does Sony DVP-S9000ES compare to other Sony's?
Not to get off the subject, but...Tracer, do you know how the Denon is supposed to compare to the Pioneer Elite Dv-47ai? Read anything that might hint as to whether its better/worse? 
Best Clapton and Davis CD?
Thanks for the response Dkonstruction. If there are different versions of the same album, I'd appreciate specifics on which one to buy (company, year, etc.). 
Gain stage, advantages/disadvantages
Thanks Sean and Zaikesman! Both of you seem to be a rich source of audio information. I'm sure I'll continue to be educated by reading your various posts. 
Looking for a quality CD/DVD player under 1K
You might want to check out the pioneer elite 47ai that does DVD-A, SACD, with great video quality. It's a universal player with good sound and excellent video. I'm happy with mine. 
sony xa 777es how good?
Where can you find a NEW xa777es for $1700? Anyone know if Sony is coming out with the next gen. of sacd's anytime soon? 
Sony DVP-S9000ES vs DVP-NS999ES
I own the Pioneer 47ai primarily for its video performance and its ability to play both sacd and dvd-a. I was unable to compare it with other players but am happy with its audio and video capabilities. I've read that the Sony has better audio qual... 
Component video cable?
I'm currently using the LAT Component video cables. LAT gives you a 45 day trial period so you might want to look into them. Because I was unable to compare them to other cables I'm interested in hearing what other people have to say about them af...