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George Lucas using B&W Nautilus 802 in his studio.
Isn't Lucas a big THX guru? Are the B&W's THX certified? 
Which are the best HT speaker. REL,Aerial,Velodyne
If you listen to any music on this system, DO NOT USE M&K!!!!! All the other choices above are much better suited for a dual role. KGB540 was right on with recommending the Maggie 3.6's. Dynamic, detailed, and the 3.6's can handle low bass ver... 
Speaker Cables for Paradigm Reference 100v.2's?
I have used Kimber with my Paradigm Studio Monitors and I loved the results. Very neutral mid's and strong bass. The highs are detailed, possibly a little veiled but Paradigms can be a bright speaker so I think this is a good thing. 
Toshiba SD9200 V Pioneer DV37
Toshiba is one of the best sounding DVD players for CD's that you can buy. No matter how much you want to spend. 
Velodyne Vs. Hsu
At less than $1000 used you could get a Servo 15 from Paradigm. I am not sure why people don't embrace this sub as well as it should be. Unreal performance. Velodynes are good but VERY pricey. HSU subs perform well (TN1220) with their bigger amps ... 
Toshiba SD9200 V Pioneer DV37
I have used both and for me there was no comparison. the Toshiba excelled in ALL areas. Pioneer was no slouch, but build, looks, performance, and sound all belong to the Toshiba. Can't go wrong with this unit. 
what is the best sub amp.
The QSC series of PowerLight amps are incredible power amps for subs. I use a bridged unit on each of my 2 EV MTL-4's (4-18" woofers per cabinet) in my personal mobile system to do parties, conventions, video shows, etc...... I guarentee that thes... 
Yamaha AX 1 or the big Denon?
Which one is better totally is up to you sonically. reviewers have their own opinions of which is best and that may or may not translate back to you and what you think is good. Both are state of the art but to say one is significantly better, part... 
BAT VK-6200
Keep your EAD. I seriously doubt you'll ever find anything better for hometheater than the PM2000. or anything that looks as sweet either!! 
Carver LightStar Reference
Thanks for all the info guys!! I appreciate it greatly. I did buy the amp ($850). It looks as clean as could be. It weighs a ton!!! The store where I bought it had it hooked up to a pair of Aerial loudspeakers and the sound was absolutely amazing.... 
Subwoofer opinion badly needed!
try to find a Yamaha YST-500. It really is a very good sub and is a lot more musical than you'd expect to find in this price range. I have seem the go for as little as $200 and as much as $350 used. The cost around $800 new. 
Opinions Needed!!
Thanks!! 
Dedicated room
thanks Jkingtut. how did you manage a concrete bunker? 
Reasonably priced power cords
Try the light-star cable auctions here on audiogon. they use a braided silver cord and, as we all know, silver is more conductive to electricity than the copper most companies use. I use a silver cord of theirs and it is an improvement. plus, they... 
Dedicated room
thanks for the info Tenniswino. I appreciate it!!