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Phenomenal Classical Recordings
Although my schedule has been pretty hectic lately, I have purchased the Bach Brandenburg Concertos and have really enjoyed my listening sessions so far. I plan to hit it pretty hard here over the holidays.The following should arrive any day now:A... 
Ultimate best convention, can it happen
It is an interesting idea, but I guess one problem is that most people are not starting from scratch but have built systems that have evolved over the years with as technology and funds become available. In many cases we face single component deci... 
The Doors on Vinyl or CD
The LA Woman DVD-A multi-channel is a pretty rough mix. I didn't like it much. Stereo is OK, nothing great. 
Von Scheikert VR4-Jr/ lead shot?
There is a thread that covers this in good detail. I think that 30lbs ea is almost as much as they can take. 
Phenomenal Classical Recordings
WOW!! Thanks. This is more then enough to get me rolling. I really appreciate the help. It is always better to have a direction and a head start like this. 
Polk Audio XM Radio Reciever A Winner
Is the antenna compatible with the Delphi? I just bought a 50' extension for it. 
Subwoofer for two channel system
I use a VSA-VRS1 ocassionally for stereo, it is an excellent sub for this purpose and really kicks it for HT as well. It seems like the B&W sub ought to be a place to start for integration. Interesting that the 802 and even 801 speakers go to ... 
Polk Audio XM Radio Reciever A Winner
Damn it. The very existence of this compels me to buy it. 
Phenomenal Classical Recordings
I just checked the acoustic sounds web site for RCA Living Stereo and they listed this hybrid SACD set for $110, would this be a comprehensive set to get going with? I noticed it listed one of pmotz's recos. I also will get the books mentioned by ... 
Is This The Time To Buy A New TV?...
I have pondered this very question and my thought is that in just a few short months it is likely that some good price drops will occur for plasma and LCD flatscreens. I am not won over by the projection TVs so I am waiting for prices to get below... 
Phenomenal Classical Recordings
I would like to be exposed to a cross section so I can learn as much as possible. I have enjoyed Mozart orchestral and concerto recordings. I am not very familiar with chamber music but would like to give it a try. As to my neophyte beginnings, me... 
How do you shield a Center speaker?
I had this same problem once, brought the speaker in to a factory authorized repair shop. They said it was shielded and demonstrated to me on some computer monitors and tvs that the speaker wasn't the problem. They said it was most likely the amp ... 
Esoteric DV-50: Any cdp's Significantly better?
Russellcncom, I don't think that the Lector can play SACD. Are you thinking about the not yet released Lector Prestige or the 7t? 
Esoteric DV-50: Any cdp's Significantly better?
Given HP's review of the Lector 7T and some posts that seem to support what was said, I wonder if this model should not be considered amongst those discussed here. I have not had the opportunity to hear it myself. 
Yamaha or marantz
You can get a denon at a hi-fi buys and bring it back if you don't like it. If the dealer is convinced it is better, he will offer the same. Do a shootout. The 2200 is pretty darn good at that price point but I cannot say that I have heard the mar...