erikt

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System shutting down due to clipping?
Well you didn't say the exact full model number.There was an older RX-V1000 that IS obsolete/discontinued.The newer Aventage line is the RX-A1000.Like I said in reply #1 - hope the 6-ohm setting works for you... ;-)RTM 
System shutting down due to clipping?
Maybe the AVR power supplies are failing....it is an older model.If you've had this for awhile and the shutdowns are 'recent' - sure makes the AVR the probable culprit.Good excuse for an upgrade!! :-) 
System shutting down due to clipping?
Your AVR does have preouts ("Main outs"):http://www.son-video.com/images/static/Rayons/HomeCinema/AmpliAV/Yamaha/RXV1000bg.gifIt sounds from your above system setup description that you are using the main outs from the AVR, connected to your Sonic... 
System shutting down due to clipping?
Just to stir the pot a bit more.The OP may be able to keep his current AVR and IF it has pre-outs, he could add an external amp.Couple of choices:1) 2-channel ext amp for Front L/R speakers - which may 'offload' the AVR enough to drive the remain ... 
non-magnetic mechanical stylus force gauge
I have an older Shure gauge as well and tested it with a magnet I have at home - the gauge plate is NOT magnetic...no sticky...magnet falls off. 
System shutting down due to clipping?
For some Yamaha AVRs, there is a setup option to run "6-ohm" speakers (which may work 'better' for your 4-ohm speakers).Check your manual.Also check to see what your max volume setting is: there are options to limit the volume and if you don't hav... 
AU24e Interconnects - but warmer
What speaker cables are you running?Some folks are proponents of having a consistent cable/IC 'loom' from the same vendor. That should also be factored into the search for overall system synergy.Aren't the Marantz components known for being 'warm'... 
Why amps, pre-amps, integrated amps???
^^^^^You are talking about separate separates! :-)Again...just saying "separates" are better that integrateds is meaningless (cuz there are mid to lo fi separates and hi end integrated) - everything matters so it all depends on specifics.You gotta... 
Why amps, pre-amps, integrated amps???
"It is difficult to find an integrated which equals the performance of separates."I would tend to disagree with this as a whole-sale blanket statement.Integrateds are often overlooked as the 'value' component.For a given price point, integrated am... 
How do I run a sub
The A3.2 also has a set of RCA preout connectors that you could use if your sub has Left & Right line level RCA inputs.Or, as suggested above, use another set of speaker cables.I have an A5 Int Amp and run my sub from the pre-outs - works just... 
Recommended Integrated Amp To Use With B&W 805S
I run my B&W CDM 1NTs with a Musical Fidelity A5 Int Amp - I'm in a very happy place - no plans to change. 
Recordings with BASS
Look for CDs or SACDs of the group Kodo - Japanese taiko drumming. 
Which center for CDM 1se
Be patient, CDM CSEs do show up here from time to time.I have a pair of CDM 1NTs after upgrading from a different brand - could not make another CDM 1NT or the matching CDM CNT work (too tall to fit in my rack setup).I went with the CDM CSE (a tad... 
Interconnect Help
Audioquest Columbias are a very revealing IC - at least I've found them to be that way in my rig.Can be found used here in the length and price you've mentioned. 
IC for MF A5.5i
I'd keep the Sidewinders for now until you get the MF A5.5 CDP.Although - the CA 650C is a nice player.I had a 640C v2 connected to my MF A5 Int amp - and it was a very nice combination. I went thru a couple of IC combinations - one of which was A...