billcole

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What is the best receiver for me?
I think NAD makes an excellent product with a high price/performace ratio. Some of their receivers have preamp outputs for all channels, and I use a separate power amp on my front L-R Vandersteen 2ce's, and the reciever's internal amp on the cente... 
Rega 2000 questions
I had an NAD 3-CD carousel, and bought a Rega 2000, which was an improvement. Then I got a good deal on a Toshiba 9200 CD/DVD and to my ears its much better than the Rega. I have Lowther Medallions, which can be bright, but its never been a proble... 
Upgrade CD player or wait
I recently upgraded my CD player from an NAD 513 carousel to a Rega Planet 2000. The NAD had a warm sound, and I liked it OK, but I have noticed a significant improvement in the low level detail, more extended bass, instruments and voices sound mo... 
Hsu Research Subs w/ Electrostats
I use an Hsu sub (the 10" cube model) with a pair of Quad 57 esl's in a home theater setup. As long as the crossover point is kept pretty low, say 50-60 Hz, I think its great! Bill