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Running Speakers in Parallel, center channel help.
I actually did this years ago. I had the Mirage center speaker. I had a Fosgate w/ two center outs. The dispersion of this speaker is the worst. TWO center speakers made a nice improvement.----However I recommend get ONE good center speaker. Make ... 
Have you had buyers/sellers back out of a deal?
Well, I've been on both sides of this. I've waited for a MO that never came.(and such)-- I have also changed MY mind,as well. When I change my mind I at least tell the person.AND an honest "why".--The MO that never came--?--never heard from that p... 
Audio Alchemy DTi Pro 32 - Any Good?
AS an add-on; the Meridian 518 will better the Genisis Lense at about the same price on the used market price. I also had one of those. 
Audio Alchemy DTi Pro 32 - Any Good?
Mejames beat me to the answer. I had both years ago. 
Best CD AND SACD Player under 1000
I guesss the Sony 9000es.-- While it also is a dvd player;I can't think of anything in the price range --700/800 used---that will better this unit. 
Can I run my Amp from a Line Conditioner?
Yes,if it's an Audio Magic Stealth. One of the most important things needed to be considered is the power draw of the amp / amps/ and or receiver.--- Along with what Sean says--- THE volume. I can't imagine running all this from one conditioner...... 
Initial Impressions: Integra 8.3 DVD/SACD/DVD-A
Anybody know if this player is as good as Arcam 27,for picture? 
Equipment Break-in: Fact or Fiction
The cd player needs to be on repeat and the dac or pre should be powered up.--That's all. What improvements there are is up to you to decide. I have always found lower bass/detail--and clean no sibliant treble to be the last to occur. 
Satellite or CATV?
As far as Direct vs Dish-- Dish lacks HDNet / Direct lacks Discovery HD.--(Free during the day--PPV HD at night) HDNET is free with your subscripton./ Discovery HD is about 7/8 bucks extra per mo. Dish doesn't have FOX local sports.---AND--- HD Di... 
Equipment Break-in: Fact or Fiction
I just bought a set of silver speaker wires. They did sound like $---.for 2/3/4 days. I would say anybody whom couldn't hear the dif. between what they sounded like @ 2/3/4 days and 7 days;is either not that particular;or deaf. (Run 24/7) There wa... 
Power Block/Custom power cord-Any difference?
I have one of the original Power Blocks. I couldn't even get the cord loose. I've had it so long I don't remember if it comes off. 
Dvorak 9th Symphony
I love this version (along with George Szell's.) I own the the lazer disc of the Vaclav Neuman version.The disc is one of those analog LD's. Also on lazer/also analog/ The Slovak Dances by Antonin,and conducted by Zdenek Kosler is just as involvin... 
Help Amp Repair: California
This may actually qualify for a seperate thread,but I have 5 pieces that need repair. Living in CA, I'm reading this thread with much attention and want to thank all the contributors as well. 
OT: History / slang terms and what they all mean
Very entertaining indeed. Thanks Sean. (As all these things have had me perplexed for 500years) 
What do you think Audiogon does right? or wrong?
Ok,I envy you guys with your dsl's. I'm a webtv user and this sight is faster than any other of this type. (pictures and all) As a buyer /seller--the feedback system is the "gem" of the sight. Since the caustic contributer has been removed from th...