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Which speakers for top notch system
Pipe Dreams or Dali ... the big ones. 
looking for best isolation platform for CD player
Neuance Platform!As you may have read in my previous threads, I replaced my older Krell-dac/EAD-transport combo. I bought the Marantz SA-14 SACD player. It surpassed the combo in every respect except for inner detail. When I placed it on the Neuan... 
Wadia 860 not ressponding to remote...Ideas?
I have had a similar problem with one of my Krell amps. When I bought the unit (new) the dealer told me that if that happens, turn off the power at the circuit breaker (on my dedicated line).When the remote has quit working, and unplugging it does... 
Coolest color for Wilson Watt/Puppy 7 ?
BLACKWe should have the speakers visually as well as acoustically disappear. If we are looking at the speaker, we will feel that the sound is coming from them; instead of from the performers.Richard 
Decent SACD?
The answer as far as the Marantz is concerned, is a definite YES. It replaced an older $7K CD set-up, and is MUCH better.Richard 
Decent SACD?
I second Brianmgrarcom's recommendation of the Marantz SA-14. It is the source for my $50K+ system. John Marks of Stereophile and CD recording fame uses it as his reference CD player.There are often great deals on it, on this site.If you buy one, ... 
What used speakers would you buy under $600?
Totem Model 1. 
What Krell amp/Pre, CD unit match the B&W N802's?
I am sorry to let you know that your B&WN802's are so good that the better Krell that you can afford, the more you will realize from you N802's.I've never heard the B&W's with the Master Reference Series amps, but I am sure that it would m... 
Speakers to hang on to for LIFE
Wvick, I hope your life is longer than 2 years :-) 
Speakers to hang on to for LIFE
Wvick,How about the "8", which should be released in about 2 years.Richard 
Reccomendations for Nautilus Speaks
Krell.When the Nautilus speakers were designed, B&W used Krell (FPB600 and 650m's) to voice them.Try, if possible to use the FPB300's (used) for the main two speakers and good as you can afford for the balance.Have fun,Richard 
XRCD Technology
I have three versions of Procol Harum's Home. One of which uses the XRCD technology. But, my Mobile Fidelity (nonSACD) version is MUCH better.But that is only one experience, others may be different.Richard 
How to contact Ken Lyons of Neuance?
I agree!He is a great guy with a fabulous product.Richard 
surge protection/lineconditioning for krell amp
The only true surge protection is to unplug the amp. But, this amp should be left in standby.Do not use line conditioning!Richard 
Question re tri-wiring
My speakers require (recommended) quad wiring. I was told to use the same cable throughout unless I had access to lots of different cables to mix and match. Reviewers have that ability, but few of us do. Richard