mdomnick

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Considering the Rule of Diminishing Returns.......
If you are that skewed towards HT, I would say don't spend the $$$. Of course this is all personal opinion I'm spewing, but crashes and booms don't require the detail that I would want when I'm listening to music...IMOI would point you towards Par... 
The most musical system you ever build?
Sonic Frontiers Line 1Anthem Amp 2 (Telefunken Tubes)Cinepro Power Pro 20TransParent Power CordsTransParent ML+ ICsMonarchy DIPCal Audio Gamma DACMarantz transportParadigm Studio 100sAnalysis+ Oval 9 speaker wireNeeds a better DAC/Cd player and am... 
Study finds your Amplifier reveal your personality
I am now having trouble seeing that line between reality and BS...oh well, it's still funny as sh*t. I especially like the Execs that dropped their pants and stuck thier heads in the fence...that's just too funny. I always suspected there was some... 
Study finds your Amplifier reveal your personality
Too funny Trelja...at least they didn't bring sheep into your home as is done with Carver (Sunfire) owners; they are just weird. Keep the faith;)m- 
Starting out. - need your counsel
I didn't design the Lexicon, just used it...then sold it when i decided HT was a silly market and has way too many things to work out before I spend $$$ on it's gear. I have since sold the Lexicon for SF Line 1, and am happy as a pig in sh*t. 
Starting out. - need your counsel
DTS, DD are pretty much standard on anything you will buy (the two formats are not compatible, but as I said, anything your going to buy these days will decode the 2) and THX EX 2 is the new kid on the block. THX EX gives you a rear center channel... 
Study finds your Amplifier reveal your personality
Sonic Frontiers/Anthem:Very well liked by most, yet have a way of rubbing people wrong. Will quickly blow a fuse in situations that call for calm, clear thought. Some of your most favorite things to do are watch porn, play billiards and the occasi... 
Tube or solid state for Paradigm Studio 100 V2s
I got the v.1 100s and have used them with a Carver amp, Marantz Mono Blocks, a few different recievers, and have settled down with the Anthem Amp 2 which is a hybrid amp (tube input stage). Of all the amps used, the Anthem is my favorite, followe... 
What would you upgrade next?
Keep the Monster, and buy a Preamp dedicated for music that has a HT pass through...I am doing this and just bought a Sonic Frontiers Line 1, and am amazed how much better it is for 2 channel than my Lexicon DC1. Then again, if your a die hard HT ... 
Upsampling put to "THE TEST": R U ready 2 take it?
Thanks for the work Z-man. I will certainly use your information when looking into upgrading my DAC (I understand you have one for sale;)). I tend to fall for these new products without doing this type of comparison, but unfortunately I cannot aff... 
Updating my preamp.Frustrating..You Bet
Your right...too much to keep up with. I just did a major system reconfig, and went from a Lexicon DC1 to a Sonic Frontiers Line 1. As I dropped off my Lexicon, I wanted to take it back fearing the same as you...what if I made the wrong choice!?!?... 
Tyler Acoustics, Linbrooks vs.addison line ? Good
Matrix,I can't answer any of your questions as I have not heard the Addison line, but I am currently paying off a pair of 7Us and I would recommend you just call and talk to Ty. He is a good guy, no pressure on sales and can answer your questions ... 
Best band never to release a truly great album?
The Kid,Are you saying those are good albums? I sure think so. You may have good taste;) 
Amp Upgrade - 3k to 4k used?
Pass, Krell, Levinson, or BAT. Any1 of these maunfactures should make something that works well with the rest of your gear. Just bought a Line 1 and am very happy...how come your selling the Line 3? 
Best band never to release a truly great album?
Stone Roses...although I would say they do have a good greatest hits album, but I don't count those too much.