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multi-channel solution
Check out this recieverhttp://www.underwoodhifi.com/mod_denon.html#Anchor--We%20h-56506 
DVD outputs, best picture
Has anybody out there done comparisons between HDMI and Component.I've read threads that the PQ is pretty close - this was done using HD monitors. 
Pioneer vs. Panasonic plasma
Aren't current generation Plasmas up to 60,000 to 80,000 hours to 1/2 britness? 
Pioneer vs. Panasonic plasma
I'm a Panasonic fan for life.A few years ago (late 2003) I too did a lot AVSForum reading and a lot of side-by-side comparisons. At the time the members on the AVSForum seemed to agree that Fujitsu had the best overall picture (but was very expens... 
Using two subs
GO HERE:http://www.harman.com/wp/pdf/multsubs.pdfI run a pair of subs and won't ever go back to single. Once my system is set up as I want, I will set up my subs to carry the LF of my mains and LFE at the same time. I do not hear my subs at all bu... 
For HT, how important is extension south of 20 Hz?
I too think it's a personal choice. I have a pair of subs that measure below 20Hz (due to in room gain) and it's nice, but they are actually only rated to 20 Hz.My opinion is that 20 Hz is fine.Though, I just read a Dolby Digital White Paper that ... 
Use Subwoofer crossover or processor crossover?
I run 5 equal channels in LARGE and use a pair of subs for the x.1 signal only (crossover fully bypassed). I use my DVD Player's DAC for my main listen (audio out) and bypass my receivers DSP all together.When I upgrade my AVR I plan on using the ... 
How big should center spkr be to set to "large"?
Mtrot, I know the reason you get better bass w/ subs set to "YES" (even w/o a sub). I was doing a google search for '"phantom center" +debate' and found out (at the AVS Forum) that whenever you downmix a Dolby Digital 5.1 audio signal, to any conf... 
How big should center spkr be to set to "large"?
There's suppose to be a good reason for the 80Hz crossover point. I've heard the reason but have forgotten. CD, do you know the reason for the THX 80Hz crossover standard?Is 80hz the point where sound is no longer omnidirectional?I've have an olde... 
How big should center spkr be to set to "large"?
I prefer running my speakers IN LARGE. I found that LARGE took alot of the harshness and edge off the sound, and I run a humble 100watts per channel. My speakers are rated down to 36Hz, but get in room performance down to mid 20's (subs help smoot... 
panasonic 50 inch vs. hitachi 55
I'm a Panasonic owner for life. I've got the 6th generation 50 incher. PQ, black levels, colors are fantastic. Bought mine in 2004With that said, ALL the plasmas now-a-days seem really nice - I can't see going wrong with the Hitachi either. 
Standard Def PQ On Current Panasonic Plasmas?
I have a 6th generation 50 in. Panny and I can tell you that SD TV (analog cable) is only passible, BUT, BUT, BUT w/ even standard 480P DVD - the picture is GREAT. From what I remember w/ Digital cable when I did have it, the picture was not bad a... 
How big should center spkr be to set to "large"?
Mtrot,Have your tried "Hometheater Blasphemy" and run a phantom center. Your Legacy speakers have ribbon tweaters so they should be fast enough for dialog. I run phantom center and I get a decent image. In fact I seem to hear seperation of dialog ... 
Calibration DVD
I have both DVE and Avia. I liked DVE for video calibration (color and geometry), but the audio calibration was horrible. DVE subwoofer audio signal was WAAAAYYYY off and I do not like a sweeping audio test signal (meaning the audio test signal sw...