darrylhifi

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DLP vs Plasma/LCD
If DLP can produce a set that is six inches deep, then I stand corrected that Plasma will be the future. What my point is though is that the mass market is facinated with TV's that can be hung on the wall , at an affordable price. If DLP can pull ... 
DLP vs Plasma/LCD
Plasma, Large screen TV's are by far the most expensive. Tonyp, I have no idea where you got that idea. The Sony 55 inch XBR Plasma is $12,999. Pioneer Elite 50 inch Plasma is $8999.00 , A Panasonic 50 inch Plasma I see on sale at $5498.00.Sony LC... 
DLP vs Plasma/LCD
Plasma will be the future , in possibly 10 years, and will be cleary in the immediate future be on display In Bars, Banks, etc. etc. but currently for an individual to go plasma would be a big mistake. The Reason is simple . The picture quality wh... 
AC/DC remasters....
Hmmm Phase man which ones did you think are flat sounding ? As far as sound quality most of them seem real good , in the last six months Ive bought 5 of them . I find myself playing Back on Black the most becuause its the best collection of music ... 
Do I need separate Hydra's for amp vs. source
Why not go with a machine that has two power cords from the unit and completely isolates the digital and analog {power} circutry. within the machine . The Audio Magic XXX is one such machine. No matter which way you go , even if its just dedictate... 
Xindak FA-Gold or PureNote Cerulean
I second the Ridge Street , its been a long road to sonic nirvana and The Ridge Street has certainly played an integral part in my own realization of that dream. 
Marantz dv-8400 as an audio-only player
I own the 8400 and their are a few points to ponder on this machine. The video is good, but so are many machines costing much less. I use an Iscan Ultra and get breathtaking video , and I dont care to knock myself out trying to get the best video ... 
power interuption
I would complain to your Electric company. Unless its just a problem due to a bad {hot} summer, that is unacceptable 
IC/Speaker Recommendations for Sim Audio/Dynaudio
I use Ridge Street Audio Poeima from my Sim Audio Eclipse to my Classe Pre amp and enjoy the results. That would be a good place to start , and with a fairly quick break in, in my experience, and a money back guarantee, it would be a no brainer to... 
I'm frustrated with people who don't ...
Hey everyone has their "thing". I have a friend who wears 3K watches, I have a friend who buys bottles of wine that cost in the hundreds, others are into automobiles. Me I drive an Acura TL and love it, I wear an 80 dollar watch {and a 20.00 Movad... 
5 CD's on your current "permanent " rotation.
The Best of Mountain Sony Remastered 2003.AC/DC Back in Black Epic Remastered 2003.Mighty Sam Mclain Give it up To Love XRCD.Jethro Tull The Very Best Of 2003 Chrysalyis EMI Canada.Spirit Traveler The Hits of The Motor City XRCD. 
The effects of corporate music
Was wondering why on one state run New Jersey Radio Station they keep playing Elton John, Barbara Streisand , Liza Minelli and Culture Club. 
The effects of corporate music
Yes here in the New York / New Jersey area , their really is not a clear channel , all can hear , radio station that caters to "new rock and roll" . You would have to go out of your way to find a station ie a small independent or college station, ... 
How Much Time do You Surf on Audiogon?
You know I was thinking...Before Audiogon , my best friend and I used to talk Audio all the time, then he lost his job, had to sell his gear, and out of respect for him I stopped discussing audio with him. And my sytem remained the same for about ... 
Sagging power cable at IEC outlet - any remedies?
Richard , thats actually pretty funny and innovative, and Im not usually a worry wart when it comes to such things, however since it is right near the inlet , I would not want to use any material that is flammable.