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SACD Player--Finally
Two SACD's I think are standouts are Beck, "Sea Change" and The Dave Brubeck Quartet, "Time Out." 
Computer-Based Audio Primer
Excellent info and thank you. Any recommendations for storage? 
Best DVD Player for Under $200
Get the OPPO. 
Speakers to mate with McIntosh gear
There's a pair of Eggleston Rosa's for sale ($4,600) here on Audiogon that would be a good match. I'm very happy with my MacEgg combo in a similar size room. 
Small quality HiFi subs reaching 22Hz
Check out Boston Accoustic PV1000; 12", 1000 watt amp, $600 used. 
SACD Software Question
I would add that there is also another layer on SACD's. That is a two channel only layer. So, with a hybrid SACD there would be three total layers; multi channel SACD (3 to 5 ch), 2 channel SACD, and redbook CD. 
From Krell to McIntosh - Anyone?
Since I have not heard a Krell in my system, I apologize for sounding so definitive. My sentiments are more theory than experience. 
From Krell to McIntosh - Anyone?
Dbld... If the audio ferry showed up and said Im trading your 602 for a FPB 400CX, I certainly wouldn't be sad... I would be one smilin SOB. I think they would sound great with my Eggleston's. 
From Krell to McIntosh - Anyone?
I'm pretty happy with my Mc 602. It is musical, non fatiguing and has this effortless quality. I don't know what kind of speakers you are using but if they are on the detailed side (Theil, JM Labs etc..) then I think a Mac would be greatÂ… converse... 
Supratek Cabernet vs Aesthetix Callisto Sig?
Did you guys aver get together? 
Is calibration services for DLP set worth it?
Some stores will offer this service with the purchase of an extended warranty. I know Samsung has a dedicated person to do this for Circuit City. BTW, I highly reccomend the warranty... it saved me $800 to replace a lamp and ultimately paid for a ... 
Any info on sqeezebox slim devices?
Prpixel... Can you give us more info on your PDA device? I would love to look at my cd collection on a remote control. 
Eggleston Works Fontaine II
Congratulations. Let us know how they sound. I have a pair of Rosa's and am very happy. 
Any info on sqeezebox slim devices?
For best quality, use an outboard DAC betwean the Squeezbox and the Pre. 
Speakers to mate with Mac MC402 under $5k
I am also looking for a pre to match with my Mac 602 and Eggleston Rosa's. I'm running everything through a modified Denon AV receiver with excellent results. I'm pretty happy for now but a good tube pre would really take it to the next level. Bec...