brian27b

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AV Receiver that deals with 6ohm speakers
I went through the same issue but, only with 4 ohm speakers. I ended up with the Onyko 809. 
Denon or Yamaha
Look into the Onyko TX NR809. Good value for power and features. 
Rega P5, Dynavector cartridge?
I just purchased a Rega P5 with the Dynavector 20xL2 about a mounth ago and i absolutely love it. To me, very netural sounding with excellent tight bass and clear detailed highs. I listened to the Rega with the exact 2 and much preferred the Dynav... 
Emotiva Amps and Processor for Home Theater?
As Marty states, paying for the extra channels. Again, thanks for the feedback.Brian 
Emotiva Amps and Processor for Home Theater?
Thanks for your input. Kal i was rejecting the 7.1 receivers because, i really only use 3 channels of the receiver's amps. I use my Plinius 9200 integrated to power the mains. Again, thanks for your feedback. 
Last generation receiver to pair with oppo BDP-95
You might want to look into a NAD T762. I have had this receiver for 7+ years and just use it for movies and tv and it sounds great. I use it with my Pioneer Blu Ray player which handles all of the decoding. It is a 6.1 channel receiver, you do no... 
Martin Logan Dynamo 700 vs. REL T5
July 2011 
Martin Logan Dynamo 700 vs. REL T5
Just got reviewed in the July issue of Home Theater mag 
"Best" DAC for a grand or less
New Rega DAC 
Which file is better to rip cd's to itunes
Thanks for all your feedback. John_1 i think i will try AIFF. Not sure how much space it will take up on my ipod classic 160g. 
Int. amp for Dynaudio Focus 140 speakers
I have the Focus 140's and use a Plinius 9200. IMO great combo. 
Looking for an SS Integrated for Totem Mani-2's
I would suggest a used Plinius 9200. I own one and think it is a great integrated. I use to have the Aerial model 8 speakers and the Plinius drove them with ease. Those speakers were rated at 86db. The Plinius is a very netural sounding amp, great... 
Recommended turntable mat for Rega P2
Thanks for the response's guys. I think i will try to audition one first. 
Best new or used speakers for under 3K?
Aerial models 8b or 7b 
integrated or separates...on a $1200 price point?
Plinius