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| Denon 4806 v. B&K AVR-507 Wow, I am surprised by the operational comments on the B&K 507 S2. I find that this is one of the most simple AV Receivers to operate and have not seen any lack of technology with mine. I do agree on having to have the factory convert the 6ht/... | |
| Good Multi-Channel Amp for HT and 2ch Audio? You present a good question and I feel comfortable offering some feedback. I have a B&K 507 S2 HT Receiver, which in its own right does a very nice job for 2 channel and HT. However, the configuration of this receiver for the zone 2 applicatio... | |
| Ground Loop Hum - Partially Identified - Solution? Bdgregory - I was not aware of the B&K power amps not being grounded. I am running the B&K 507 S2 HT receiver to my amp (this is where my ground loop hum is established). I tested the cheater plug approach and it took care of the hum. As y... | |
| Arcam vs. B&K Fans, give a ring to a B&K dealer and ask them what the difference is. Tell 'em you have a S1 and a friend with an S2 and by listening you can't tell any difference but wanted to know if an upgrade is likely in your purchasing future. I believ... | |
| Ground Loop Hum - Partially Identified - Solution? Bdgregory, Thanks for this comment. I am in fact looking for a us PS Audio power cable, Statement or something similar used on the Gon. No issues with you doing this in your system? Not sure why running through a cheater plug is a fire hazard, yet... | |
| Arcam vs. B&K The B&K 507 S2 has a second zone which even allows you to play a completely different (or the same if you want) source than in zone one (all at the same time).It does not have HDMI or video upconverting, but again not sure what the benefit of ... | |
| Ground Loop Hum - Partially Identified - Solution? Bdgregory thanks, good link. Not my problem, but sure the link may help others find what they need. Looking at the specs it appears this should pass HD too!Anybody have any experience installing the Jensen part that serves the purpose of addressin... | |
| Arcam vs. B&K First, if you buy smart, you can get the B&K 507 S2. One if for sale as of today on Audiogon for $1750 (this is about half price off new and is a very good deal). Note, I am not selling this unit, just happened to see it. I have a 507 S2 and I... | |
| Ground Loop Hum - Partially Identified - Solution? I went to Radio Shack on Friday to get all sorts of adapters to try out to help me determine my problem. I figured I would go cheap with all the stuff I needed and then once determined I would address the problem with a sonically acceptable soluti... | |
| Power conditioner: Shunyata Hydra or Monster AVS I have a Monster HTS 5000 that incorporates several filters. I purchased this on Ebay and paid about $300 for it new (refurbished). The first one came in and emitted a noise when the blue light was set to on, I returned it for another one. I menti... | |
| Class D amp driving Thiel From what I know from listening about the Thiels is that after long listening sessions they can become tiring. Don't get me wrong, they make great speakers in many regards. My experience was that I loved them in the morning and afternoon, but afte... | |
| CD players/Transports/DACs Thanks to all of you who have posted and made your recommendations for improving my system and the comments about the relative benefits of higher priced transports.I have made the following changes, at least in part based on some of the recommenda... | |
| Looking for AVR alternative to my B&K for my JM's Reply to B&K 507 being overly bright! Since I run my B&K in stereo mode via a tubed DAC and always in direct (vs. a processor based output), I think this reduces the mids and upper brightness to some degree, and my Arros are moderately bri... | |
| What is the order of rel subs? Okay, you guys seem to know you REL subs and I am hoping you can share some of your expertise with me. I have purchased two REL Q108 small subs to go with a pair of Totem Arros and to serve in both 2-channel stereo and less importantly in HT. Sinc... | |
| Totem Arro Vs. Sttaf Okay, guys (if anybody still is paying attention to this thread). After running the Arros for a short time, My Hawks came in and I also bought a pair of REL Q108 subwoofers.The Hawks without doubt have a much fuller sound than the Arros and also s... |