joeswest

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Need recommendations on speaker cables
Gshepardbuster: After trying a few different cables, I went with the AQ Oak as well. Got them yesterday and burning them in as I write.........Thanks! 
Windows Media Player
Thanks Nikki. I will get with some exceptionally computer savvy people I know and try out the cics Memory Player. I am sort of drawn to the minimalist philosophy, so this appeals to my biases. 
B&W Matrix 804 vs 803
I have owned a pair of 803 matrix since 1994. While I havn't compared them directly to 804s, I would expect the 803s to be a bit better in the bass and overall soundstage. I initially powered them with the Adcom 555 MKII and was very happy with th... 
Is difference between B&W 802D & 800D worth price?
Mpit:Thanks for the advice. I'll try that. 
Speakers to hang on to for LIFE
Great thread. I am in the process of researching the speakers I want to keep into retirement (about 7 yrs from now). I started upgrading about 6 months ago buying a pair of McIntosh 501s, a one terabyte music server, Squeezebox Duet, Benchmark DAC... 
Best Used Speaker Under $4,000 w/ Respectable Lows
I currently have B&W 801 series 3 speakers driven by a pair of McIntosh 501s. The lows are abundant, coherent, and most important they're great listen to. 
Is difference between B&W 802D & 800D worth price?
Theo: Great suggestion, I'm still laughing! I think I will expand my choices to include the 801Ds. After nearly 31 years of marriage, I can usually sway her to see my "logic" just like she gets to drive the car she wants and has an incredible coll...