hbrandt

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pioneer elite DV09 or DV47ai
Both hve the Chroma Upsampling Error. Get a Panasonic or Denon to avoid this problem. 
Jazz Recommendations
David Sanchez 
Speakers to hang on to for LIFE
CLS IIz's with Vandersteen 2wq subsI always think it's a boring drag when everybody recommends the equipment they own as if it's the be all and end all of the audio world. Having said that, I can tell you that i've been very happy with my ML CLSII... 
SACD Opinions: Gimmick? Like it? Don't? Why?
Ritteri: I have a very transparent, revealing high-end setup with a Wadia Transport, dCS upsampler and dac, Innersound monoblocks, and ML CLS IIz electrostats. Yes...there are stunning CD players......but SACD through a decent multichannel setup w... 
Jazz Recommendations
Kenny Garrett 
Recommendation for multi-ch pre/pro
I have an EAD Theatermaster 8000 pro. Spectacular sound and build quality. You can't go wrong with one of these. 
Should I add a 2 ch preamp to my HT system
I spent lots of time integrating a 2 channel system with a HT multichannel system. My goal was to completely preserve the 2 channel path that I had worked to achieve. Basically, the front left and right outputs from an EAD theatermaster pro are ou... 
Lexicon MC-12 or Meridian 861?
For what it's worth...I have a Lexicon MC-1 in my downstairs system and an EAD 8000 Theatermaster pro in my upstairs system. In terms of sound...the EAD smokes the MC-1.......but I'm sure the 12 was a big improvement over the 1. 
Amp's to mate with Martin Logan Prodigy speaker's
My FAVORITE component of the last decade is my Placette dual active mono which is ultra transparent and great with electrostats. It's the only component I don't fantasize about swapping out for something better!! I have CLS IIz's with Vandersteen ... 
Subs for Martin Loagn CLSIIs
I have my CLS IIz's mated with Vandersteen 2wq subs. I did lots of research on this....and liked the fact that the Vandy subs draw their signal from the amp powering the logans....even though the subs are internally powered and draw no power from ... 
EAD TheatreMaster 8000/8800 ?
Jjtoma: The multi-channel bypass is excellent in the Theatermaster. 
Wadia think I should put my new 270se on???
Mejames: I'm still waiting for my 270se which is currently receiving a Statement level modification by Great Northern Sound. I've never owned a stock 270 so unfortunately, I won't be able to make a valid comparison. I did have an extensively upgra... 
Upgrade Path: CDP or Preamp
I loved my Rotel 971. Enjoy!!! 
Upgrade Path: CDP or Preamp
I'd start by getting a new CDP. There are some really nice units for a grand these days. Then move on to the preamp....but your cd player should be swapped out first. 
Wadia think I should put my new 270se on???
Thanks to both of you!!!Ejlif: Do you recommend an active Vibraplane?? Does the compressor make noise??Rtn1: Did you provide Mana with the dimensions of the component?? I didn't see anything on the website about "custom". I do like the looks of th...