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Energy Veritas 2.3i or Rc-50
I've used the 2.3i's in my system for the last year, but recently changed to some Ushers.Of the two your looking at, the Veritas is in a different class. The 2.2i will sound the same as the 2.3i except the 2.3i has much better bass extension.The b... 
What cable would you choose?
Mboldda1, the bass is very tight an accurate and it has good extension. However, I had the Belles 350A Reference in before this amp and it shows just how good the bass can be. Unfortunately, I'm not going to be able to keep the Belles due to fundi... 
What cable would you choose?
Thanks for the responses so far. For those who point out that cables are system/taste dependent; I do realize this. However, I figure thare are some folks who may have some of the same components that I do, so I thought I would check and get their... 
What is the best SS Amp and Pre given the trends?
Belles 350A Reference. Just about as good as it gets IMO. 
Arcam vs. NAD vs. Rotel AV Units
Cdm, what were using prior to the Arcam? I think the AVP-700 pre-processor and AVR-350 (AVP-700 with amps) are two of the best bang for the buck products Arcam has ever put out. Their software can be a little quirky, but the sound gives you a tast... 
Speaker choice? need advice.
Energy Veritas 2.3i should be perfect. Takes up about the same floor space as a mini monitor on stands, is front ported so you can place it as close to the back wall as you like, is a good match for your amp and is a great rock speaker because of ... 
Cables for Odyssey/Usher combo
Mboldda1, any additional observations about the Audio Art cables. I have these at the top of my list for both IC's and speaker cables to try. 
Arcam vs. NAD vs. Rotel AV Units
Arcam AVR-350. You can have your cake and eat it too. Great movie and multichannel performance and darned good with music too. 
Arcam AVR 300 vs Rotel Seperates
I don't doubt you heard little difference with this CDP. Your receiver is a very good sounding unit and as you know it's claim to fame is it's musical abilities. But, as Groberts3 pointed out, the AVR-350 is much better, and many have confirmed th... 
Newbie.. what CDP/DAC for Krell 400xi and ML SL3
Naim CD5i. ~ $1000 used. 
Advice on upgrading HT system with 5ch power amp
In your price range it's going to be hard to beat a new Outlaw audio. Check out their website. Basically rebadged ATI amps and a great deal. 
Best $200 speaker cables for overall performance?
Angelsmtn, what cable do you use? 
nuforce 9.02se/belles ref./ moscode 401hr?
I just put the Belles 350A in my system last Friday. Problem is that I can't give a good evaluation until I buy a decent two channel pre-amp. I'm currently using the bypass mode of my Arcam AVP-700 and while it sounds good, I know there's much mor... 
Best used amp in the $1500 range
Thought I'd follow-up with a close out post to this tread. Thanks to all who responded, your inputs are much appreciated.The Outlaw is gone and although I totally smashed my budget, I bought used Belles 350A Reference.I'll post my thoughts on this... 
belles 21a preamp
I just bought a 14 month old Belles 350A Reference. I emailed Power modules and asked if the five year warranty was transferable and got an emial back (signed by David Belles)saying the warranty is not transferable.Bummber!!