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Anyone using the Netflix Roku player?
I've used Netflix for over a year and like the service a lot, but the downloading service has no appeal to me until I can be assured of getting new releases and blu-ray releases - at 1080p - on demand. Until then, the short walk to my mailbox is s... 
Another Speaker Selection Thread...
So what's the overall dimensions of the room? I note the high ceilings, but what are the other dimensions? 
Another Crazy Audiophile
You may have good reason not to trust your eyesight, but the bubbles don't lie. 
Dodd preamp vs. McCormack RLD-1 preamp
They're referring to the Home Theater pass-thru. 
Autos with stock awsome sound systems; Recomend?
Stock systems - especially the dreaded "optional" upgraded systems - are grossly overpriced regardless of how good they are. You can likely build a better system on the aftermarket for less money. Just something to consider. 
Preamp or A/V receiver???
You've answered your own question. Since you've already bought the Adcom, it doesn't matter what we think. Listen to both, keep the one you like and sell the other. 
Leaving amplifiers on all the time???
The search function is your friend. 
power conditioners for digital
http://www.furmansound.com/product.php?div=02&id=ELITE-15PFiI use the Furman Elite -15pfi and like it a lot. It has four dedicated digital outlets and Furman generally has a good reputation. I run my display, cable box, dvd and Blu-ray through... 
Blu Ray or Oppo?
I really think Blu-ray has overestimated the value of 2.0 to the average movie watcher. I wish they would ditch 2.0 and just concentrate on getting cheap, basic function players to market. I rent blu-ray discs via Netflix and it seems most new mov... 
Fall Flat Panel Lineup
I agree with most of the prior posts. Both LCD and Plasma provide wonderful viewing experiences with a good source. I think the biggest consideration should be your viewing environment. If the TV will be in a well lit room with lots of lights/wind... 
AT&T U Verse any good?
A friend of mine has it and doesn't like the picture quality. He's going back to Comcast. 
Esoteric SA-10 vs Opus 21
If you're patient, GNSC modded Opus 21's pop up used here on A'gon for about the price of a new one, or less. The unmodded Opus is excellent, the modded version is stellar. Sorry, I'm not familiar with Esoteric. 
LCD TV - Are they reliable ?
The studies I have read to date have indicated that LCD and Plasma flat panels have proven to be just as reliable as tubed tv's. That having been said, I did buy a extended warranty with my Samsung LCD just because the technology was still relativ... 
What's the bottom line on Oppo 980 for CD playback
Is it possible that the rest of your system does not sufficiently reproduce the higher level of detail normally associated with higher priced digital players? I have found that as I have increased the quality of my digital playback, I've also had ... 
Gas or Charcoal
Charcoal on a weber, chimney lighter and plain charcoal. Charcoal gives you time to have a beer while its getting hot and another while the meat is cooking. Gas is too fast.