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Cyrus amps - what do they sound like?
I had at one point the Cyrus 1 (plastic casing) and eventually also had a Cyrus 2 with the PSX (metal casings).I really like the way they sound. I think they're up to the Cyrus 40000000000000000000000000 around this time, on which I have no opinio... 
Lexicon DC-1 version information...
Go here and there's about a month's worth of reading. 
Lexicon DC-1 version information...
Version 1 was the base model, Pro logic. There's upgrades to that that give it THX and AC3 (DD).Then Version 2 that has DD DTS THX.Version 3 has DD DTS THX also but also has a different remote (backlit). Also refinments on the programs.Version 4 i... 
Sub panel & isolation transformer voltage
Sure will, it'll be about a month or so since I'm doing the whole room from scratch, about halfway through now. I'll post some pictures if I figure out how to! 
Sub panel & isolation transformer voltage
I haven't installed an IT in my new house yet, but years ago I did have one and the difference of quality was quite noticable; deeper, cleaner bass, easier mids and less harsh highs. Much better image on the TV also, better voltage control it seems. 
Sub panel & isolation transformer voltage
"Of course, you are still connected to your neighbors junk"That's where the Isolation Transformer comes into play. 
Grounding on Tice Powerblock
I guess no one knows the answer to this one.... 
Best Subwoofer for $500?
Go to eBay. Type in "Velodyne" in search. Pick yourself up a bargain as I have. 
Girlfriends and wifes, how do YOU cope?
As long as I buy the new fridge, stove, re-do the kitchen and bathroom floors, wallpaper the laundry room, re-wire the electrical to put lights where she wants, dig holes in the yard to plant whatever flowers and shrubs she fancies this week, pay ... 
Those damn Brits
Solution for my dilemma! I'm bi-amping; PS Audio for the lows, Meridian for the mid & high. Now, I need a good active crossover.... 
Those damn Brits
And two pairs of B&W LM1 for surround sound... 
Those damn Brits
British equipment is incredible. I also have a Meridian 201 preamp, 602 transport and 606 D/A converter. They are not only great sounding, but also beautiful designs. Oh yeah... also a pair of Cyrus 781 speakers. And a Rega Planar turntable. If I ... 
Those damn Brits
The amps were manufactured in 1978, and I have had them since 1993. I'm not sure if the caps are original, but judging by the screws on the casing, they have been opened for some reason. Also, these amps have additional Boothroyd-Stuart designed, ... 
7 or 5 speakers
Yep... I do believe 7.1 it is.... Thanks for the input. 
7 or 5 speakers
In response to Redwoodgarden, the only speakers I don't have are rear and the possible side ones. Decoder is a Lexicon DC1, main speakers Mirage M3si. Rear and side amps are Adcom GFA 535. Seating position is 16 feet from front wall, so about 12-1...