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McIntosh purchased by Bose...NOT an April Fool's joke.
Let us hope that Bose does not mess with the McIintosh equipment.  It would be great if Bose could let people know that know of their plans for McIintosh equipment.  
55” or 65” TV Screen Size and Your Speakers: Please Join Survey
There are formulas that tell you the screen size compared to the number of feet from your eyes to the TV.  This is that when watching a movie your eyes are not playing tennis.  Using that formula I can get a 77 inch screen. go with the largest TV... 
Reliability - what’s your experience been?
McIntosh, built to last good product and great customer service  has a problem with my CD player, they fixed for free I have had a problem with my Carver CD player, found a reliable service center ans they fixed it.  
An audio component you just can't let go
I have a Carver system I’m my office, cannot sell.  
Reasonably priced preamplifier
Have you considered McIntosh.  They make both tube and SS.   I enjoy them  
SACD Players
I would stay with McIntosh.  More flexibility   
YouTube Indicates What the Future is For Audiophiles - Interesting Demographics.
A few years back everyone said vinyl is dead. Now there are records at Barnes and Noble.  I believe that people will always love music and those that want the best sound possible.  On that note, please bring back reel to reel.  
Reel to Reel
I have two reel to reel players.  Purchased an upgrade RtR from J Corder they do RtR.  I enjoy my machines and use it often.  I wish the major players would bring them back.  They brought back TTS so why not RtRs. I find them fun to work on and ... 
Qualities Of An End-game System
A lot of us, it is the journey, not the final destination   
Handling Heavy Amps
All good ideas to resolve weight issues.  
if you had this system, what would you do to make it sound the best you can
Thank you all for your suggestions and comments.  That helps me make some decisions on how to improve the system. the system electronics are in a closet system designed for the pieces I have. the room is challenging as it is 12x18, open with 24 ... 
Sagging power plugs in wall outlet, diy
You could use a small shelf bracket and then place about six inches above the plug in and attached the plug in and using zip ties to attach the wires to the bracket.  It will definitely secure the plug-in.  The six inch bracket has holes that are ... 
What do you like to see included in a manufacturer's website?
The goal of the company.  Are the goals to provide the best listen experience, or something else?  
TAS. The Absolute Sound?
I agree that the book is helpful  
SEEKING ADVICE: Which component would you upgrade first?
Asking for advice, also first time posting. if you had my system (see below) what would you do to improve the system? Add more watts per channel?  Purchase power cords? And so forth. The audio system is in the living room with vaulted ceilings 26...