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OPPO Relieability??
Credit to their service dept. They got the unit yesterday afternoon & it's already on it's way back!! 
OPPO Relieability??
I only tried regular DVD's, it's already on it's way back to Oppo. 
Focal Electra 1038Be Quality Control Issues?
I've had 1038's for a couple months now & haven't noticed any resonating issues, whether it's Alison Krauss, Nora Jones, or Diana Krall they all sound incredible.Let us know how you make out. 
Cheap tweaks...What would YOU reccomend?
I checked out Rick Schultz of EVS audio's web site after reading about him here on Audiogon. He makes something called a ground enhancer, their $30 a pair with a money back guarantee. I got a pair yesterday, they just hook onto the neg. speaker co... 
Anthem P2
The Anthem is actually 7 lbs lighter than the Mac, but at 22 1/2" deep it will just fit. What can I expect in sound improvement from the 25 year old Mac? 
Bass leaves after amp warms up?
I've been having a similar problem, not only do I lose bass but the overall clarity drops. Sometimes my system sounds awesome other times not so much. I believe I just found the problem, I wasn't sure if it was the amp or pre-amp so I ran the I/c ... 
Vintage McIntosh Question
I have 2 service centers within a reasonable driving distance.Electric Clinic in Gaithersburg, MD & Music Tech in Springfield, VA. Anyone have any experience with either? 
Vintage McIntosh Question
I asked the same question of McIntosh, here is their response. Hi Bill, Nope there are no upgrades, they are still awesome units. I tend to agree with the responses here.