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How to hook JL F112 sub to both preamp and pre/pro
Srosenberg, assume your preamp had two sets of outputs for L/R? Also, would assume that one has to be careful not to send signals from both preamp and pre/pro simultaneously, LOL. Seriously though, if that was done in error, could it damage the sub? 
Revel Ultima Salon 2's vs B&W 802d's
I own B&W N803s, and have lusted after the 802s in it's various incarnations for a long time. I have listened to MANY great speakers from 10k-27k over the past few years (Maggie 3.6 and 20.1, Sonus Faber Elipsa, Vienna Klimt Musik, Rockport Mi... 
Best DAC for Sonos
I have 3 sonos zp80s. running 2 through Apogee MiniDacs, and 1 through a BelCanto Dac2. All sound great, and I picked the Apogee over the Benchmark head to head. Great Dac. It's typically used and well liked by audio engineers. Costs less than 1k. 
martin logan prodigy vs sound lab m-2
Duke, nothing to apologize for. BTW, your posts always make me drool for a Sound Lab. If I could only place them within 2.5 feet of rear wall (and had the cash, LOL), I'd grab a pair tomorrow. 
Best Amplification for B&W 802D
B&W 802D's need lots of power, and since they dip down into 2ohm region, lots of stable power down there too. I would recommend at least 200wpc into 8ohms, but doubling power at 4ohms and 2ohms. The Anthem will definitely sound better than the... 
Acoustic Zen Crescendo vs Nola Viper Reference 3
I'd certainly be interested as well. These compete in a tough segment, with lots of good players, but most seem to be love or hate, ie, B&W 802D, Wilson Sophia2, Maggie 20.1, and others from Thiel, Coincident, Dynaudio, etc (even Nola's own Mi... 
Revel f52 vs B&W n803 or 803s?
Wow. Just skimming through and saw your reply to an old post of mine. Well, I got the N803 and love it. Much more life than the f52, which was somewhat sterile sounding with a boomy bass (at least at the dealer). I have since developed upgraditis,... 
What amp sounds best with the B&W 803D Speakers?
HA!!! Musicnote, couldn't have said it better myself! Heard em both. Color me McIntosh. 
Opinions on old B&W's
I have a pair of B&W Matrix 803 series 2, and I just love them, even compared to newer stuff, and I've listened to alot. They have air, a beautiful midrange, very musical, not nearly as analytical or harsh as many newer speakers. Would say old... 
Great Monitors – Joseph Audio Pulsar ?
I realize that you did not ask for other options, however, the always well-thought-of B&W 805s have a new version just out, the 805 Diamond, that is getting absolutely rave reviews. I have not heard them, but have been trolling various forums ... 
B&W 800 series diamond
Guess what I heard about the 805D is panning out. Very interested in hearing more about the other models in the lineup. 
Acoustic Zen Crescendos- Any Owners Out There?
James, curious what kind of music you listen to? 
Acoustic Zen Crescendos- Any Owners Out There?
Looking forward to your report. There's only been one review so far as I know, by Jim Merod in some webzine. He loved them. Would love to hear more opinions and also very much interested in comparisons against other speakers. What else did you com... 
B&W 800 series diamond
Budt, I've occasionally checked around internet forums and it seems that the 804's and 805's were the first out of the gate and just now the 802's and 803's are trickling in to dealers and buyers. As best as I can see, the overall consensus is a d... 
Any suggestions for amp for Legacy Whisper XD
I've long admired the Whispers from afar, and it seems that these new XD's may resolve the only problem they had: not enough low end oomph. Do you mind sharing what you had before and what else you considered/listened to before you bought these? T...