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why can't I make a digital recording of a DVD?
I am positive Rwwear. His source is a DVD. Bitrate is does not matter. What digital device he tries to record with does not matter either. The DVD in copy protected and copyrighted. His only course other than analog is the break the law and use a ... 
why can't I make a digital recording of a DVD?
Rwwear....He is talking about copying a DVD, not a CD.In the past it was legal to make a "backup" copy of a DVD you already owned. There were various programs you could buy, even at Best Buy and Circuit City. Not anymore. 
Conservative Politics & Rock Music
How many "non-white" rock & roll groups can you name? Not very many I'd think. This explains why there are not many on the list. It has nothing to do with politics.. 
The best powercable for power amps?
Blue Circle BC62 
decent integrated to replace NAD 3400
Blue Circle CS 
Best budget phono preamp?
Blue Circle BC27 $595. 
what is the best sub for $1500.00 or less
Rel StrataI think I see a consensus coming. 
Blue Circle Music Bar - Anyone use them?
Tough call at that price point. Most devices at that price point have very modest conditioning and commercial outlets. The Music Bar has two BC86Mk3 power pillows built in and hospital grade outlets. Plus the music bar has a better Neutrik cord co... 
Best preamp is no preamp: always true?
Actually SoGood also answers the question in favor of preamps.You have to spend what he calls "big bucks" to improve over a well designed passive volume control.Note first the volume control has to be well made/designded. Note also that if you hav... 
DVD player in Home theater systems
Just make sure at least it has Progressive Scan if you have a large modern TV. If you're buying new, then it will. 
Accepting International Payments Just Got Harder..
Than maybe the 3% Paypal charge is not so bad after all if you get your funds right away. 
Yup Power Cords
The electric that powers your speakers began at your wall plug. That is all you need to know that cable work. 
Can't live without Audiogon for even ONE day
What is it that you doing that will result in negative feedback? 
Newbie looking for system suggestions
Sorry to break the news to you Kotta, but Bryston is Mid-Fi.I also would start small at first. If later you decide that you're not satisfied with mid-fi, then fine. Easy to sell what you have and trade up to something better. You'll have lot's of ... 
Can anything beat Vintage Amps for the $$$?
Restored is a key answer. In a lot of cases the caps and other electronic parts that need replacing, are replaced by modern components because the originals no longer exist. So while you have an old case, inside you have a new modern amp.