joejr

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Great CDP with No volume control
With the exception of the opus i've own all the above players,The Electrocompaniet EMC-1 up SE is the player to have period. 
What do you think about this ?
These are the guys we need to be aware of.I had the same experience Last week,The persons username is now banned from audiogon,but he could easily pop up with a new name.He deserves a negative. 
Is this a deal or what ....
I don,t agree with tireguy,The aero is a great sounding unit,But it's reliability is far from acceptable,two trusted audiophiles friends of mine sold their units,because of reliability issues.I personally have the EMC1UP Electrocompaniet and feel ... 
Best Pre-Pro especially considering 2 channel
If you don't care for video switching,Add the Bryston SP1.7to your list,2Ch audio is Excellent.I audition the REF 50 and Sunfire MK III .I also had as Loaner's from my dealer The Krell Hts 7.1 and The Lexicon MC 12.I preferred the Bryston over the... 
Personal amp evolution
From sart to present:1 Nikko alpha 2202 Soundcraftmen 5002 (Not sure on model#)3 Hafler 5004 Krell 250 Krell Ksa3005 Crown Macro Reference6 counterpoint 2207 parasound 2200 MkI and MkII8 Clayton mono's M709 Conrad Johnson 11 12 8 510 Spectron Digi... 
Who makes the best passive volume control?
I've been using the Placette Remote Volumne Control in balanced configuration,I have not look back since.I have had at home some of the so called audio industry reference Pre-Amp's such as CJ,audio research,BAT,CAT.This unit is so much more musica... 
Is $18,000 enough for a high end HT?
Yes you can,Their are two types of Audio/Video Philes,The must have Brand Name Hunters and the Music and Movie lover's.Do your homework well,Seek individuals that truly know what they are talking about,for example most High End Sales persons are t... 
Krell FPB CX with Placette Passive Pre
Gentleman,I decided on the placette which i received today,I will post my findings and opinions in about 4 weeks,Equipment as follows:Placette passive Remote Volume controlBalanced configuration.Krell FPB 700CX Amplifier and source,Electrocompanie... 
Which 7 channel amp would sound better?
You should give serious consideration to the Adcom 7807.This amp is designed by the folks (EX Folks) Of california audio labs.My friend is using the AVM20 with the Adcom 7807,the sound is increadible.Smooth and dynamics that put you in the middle ... 
B&K Reference 50 and 200.7
I agree with the Gentleman above.Called 3 times talked to a female in tech services that new absolutely nothing regarding info on upgrades for the B&k 30.Considered moving up to the Ref 50,But decided not to because of the bad costumer service... 
Home Theatre Amp Suggestions
I would stronly suggest to look at the new ADCOM multi-channel amps MODEL# 7805 and 7807.These amp's sound incredible.Word is that these amp's are designed and engineered by ex california audio lab engineers that now work for Adcom. 
krell hts 7.1 or meridian 568v2?
Emster,just curious why your not considering the Bryston SP1.7.being that your using bryston amplification.