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Help with Scaler / Line doubler for HT setup
The iScan HD will not scale High Def. I've been impressed with my Focus Enhancements CS2....which will take 1080i and scale it to 720p which is the native resolution of my projector. You might want to take a look at Lumagen products as well. 
Pre/Pro comparison on these please.
Hey Distortion:Wanna reactivate the Bryston v. EAD debate??Harry 
Pre/Pro comparison on these please.
Eandylee:You're right...the EAD TM8000pro is a bit more but well worth it. I've seen a couple of units on the used market that wouldn't be that much of a stretch for you.You might want to talk Steve Holt at EAD. Because lots of people traded in TM... 
Center or Phantom Center?????
Just a follow up. I really like the phantom center mode better, even though my Martin Logan Theater Center is well matched to my CLSIIz's and scripts. 
Pre/Pro comparison on these please.
I'd add the EAD Theatermaster 8800pro to your short list. I chose it over some of the units you have listed.Harry 
Best All time 5.1 Pre/Pro
Henryhk: Thanks for clarifying that it was the 8000pro and not the 8800pro. I recently upgraded from the 8000pro to the 8800pro and found that the new dacs and circuit architecture of the 8800pro are far superior. Tombowlus: I was deciding between... 
Experiences with SlimDevices Squeezebox.
Redkiwi:Great to hear of your positive experience. it fits with mine. I'm running my Squeezebox into a Genesis Digital Lens and then into an Apogee Big Ben. Then I'm using a TacT RCS 2.0s and dCS Purcell and Delius. The sound of the squeezebox in ... 
Anybody with Stewart FireHawk Screen?
Kthomas....that's the same screen I have and I love it. Have you compared Firehawk to Greyhawk??Harry 
Anybody with Stewart FireHawk Screen?
I too have a 100" Firehawk. I love it with my Marantz VP12s2. Even when the room isn't pitch black...the picture is excellent.Harry 
Center or Phantom Center?????
Hi Guys:I've had similar experience with the TM8800pro. I've been doing some beta testing of the 2.3e software which will be out soon. It is a BIG improvement over the earlier versions. In particular, it adds a Previous and Next button that allows... 
Best All time 5.1 Pre/Pro
Henryhk:Specifically, which models did you compare? The reason I ask is that there has been tangible evolution in the sound of the Thetas and the EADs. For example, the EAD Theatermaster 8800pro sounds SIGNIFICANTLY better than the 8000pro. Simila... 
Transport needed for Mark Levinson No. 36
I wouldn't limit yourself to the 37 for the 36. There are lots of other great (perhaps even better) transports that have excellent synergy with the 36. Go for the one that sounds best...not necessarily the one that happens to match. In the end, it... 
Good preamp suggestion for around $1000
Joew:If you need remote volume....forget the Morrison. Placette would still be in the running.harry 
Good preamp suggestion for around $1000
Depends whether you need multiple inputs or not. If you just need volume control....I recommend the Placette volume control which uses all Vishay resistors. Very transparent. Sounds great.Also consider taking a look at the Morrison ELAD. Also very... 
Best female vocals on CD
I'd add Jacintha to my top 5 now.