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Wireless Slim Devices Squeezebox performance
Jsadurni,I agree with the whole music server concept, this device also adds solid internet music, allowing you to get any genre from all over the world! A HUGE plus for me... 
Wireless Slim Devices Squeezebox performance
Chichiuno,Thanks for the explanation, I went back and re tested the piece on my reference system, but still find a bit more digital 'hash' from the toslink, FWIW, my system is pretty nice (Meridian 861 v4.2, Proceed HPA amps, Canton Vento speakers... 
Wireless Slim Devices Squeezebox performance
Be sure to get a linear, and use toslinkI have no idea what you mean by the first part of this sentence, but having recently reviewed this unit, I found the coaxial to be superior to the optical. 
Wireless Slim Devices Squeezebox performance
Yes, it does that as well as stream internet radio as well. 
Furthest reception from your tuner and how?
Stream internet radio, high quality, and the diversity is endless..... Yes, it won't have the analog sound of a really good tuner and a station that is still analog (are their any??) but the convienence factor and diversity is amazing! I was playi... 
Using 7 chanel processor with a 5 chanel amp.
You should set up the pre/pro to have no surround back channels, making it a 5.1 processor. 
Canton Karat floorstanding?
MrVegas..FWIW It has been a long time since I heard the Karat line, but I currently own the new Vento system from Canton and can say the one type of music they DO NOT do well is hard rock/metal.The sound is very accurate, but slightly laid back an... 
1st, most memorable recording...
Viridian..Plasmatics?? My brother got into a fight with Wendy O', well she wasn't happy about him asking her about her prior 'film star' experience.... Haven't heard their name in ~20 years....As for the thread, I ever heard a system that just got... 
Which player is rec. for my system??
FWIWIf you go with the Meridian 800 (v3 or 4) you will get DVD-A too FWIW and the two Meridian pieces connect via proprietary digital links and comms cable to allow then to sync up... Makes for a really nice system that will automatically set your... 
Your vote: Most Useless Audio Adjective
Fatparrot;1) I just knocked up my girlfriend2) The IRS just audited me3) I'm jumping bail to avoid prosecution4) My bookie will break my legs by Friday5) My drug habit has returned6) At least Kobe had to buy a MUCH bigger diamondThose would be the... 
Volume and Bass levels at LA HE Show
MBL loves to crank their gear, and it usually sounds incredible at those ear splitting volumes.... At last years HE show, I had to leave the show and go have a beer to let my ears rest after being in that room! 
Plasma vs LCD help, which is better?
FWIW I just bought the Panasonic TH-42PX60U for $2179 local dealer (Sound Advice/ Tweeter). I could only get it for <$180 less on line.... Nice set, as Tweak says, way better black level than LCD, and cheaper.... I liked the Pioneer PRo, but fo... 
So how's it going with HD DVD?
I just got to watch my first HD DVD movie last night, and the difference between it and the regular DVD is incredible, the video is so clear!!! As for HDMI issues, I have had none. I do find the player to be slow, to load, access, etc. but this is... 
So how's it going with HD DVD?
OK, I will offer the other side of the coin...I got my first Toshiba HD XA1 two days ago, it was unable to play HD DVD's but would regular disks, so the new one came today. Did I need it?? No. I also don't need the various universal/SACD/DVD-Audio... 
"Absolute best" used speaker for $8-10K
Andra's can be difficult to place, but sound amazing when positioned well.