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Krell KSA 250 - Advice
I purchased my Krell KSA-250 used several years ago. Next to my Yamaha NS-1000M speakers, probably the best HiFi equipment I have ever had the pleasure to own. I will never sell this amp! Two years ago I sent the amp back to Krell for a refurbish,... 
Yamaha NS1000M Help, Advice, PLEASE
Ah, nostalgia, nothing quite like a pair of Yamaha NS-1000Ms to bring back audiophile memories. I have a pair that I purchased new in 1981 (I think), still have them in fact and will keep them for as long as I can. Over the years I have owned many... 
Blu-Ray movies
I agree entirely with all the previous recommendations. However, if you just want demo material on blu-ray, as opposed to a movie, try Diana Krall live in Rio. Simply stunning picture and sound that will test the dynamic resolution powers of your ... 
Wilson Maxx 2 vs Sonus Faber Stradivari
Not exactly what you are looking for, however, you may find this Wilson vs. Sonus Faber review inetersting:http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?cspkr&1085320068&openmine&zzMgattmch&4&5#Mgattmch 
Pioneer Elite BDP-05FD
No, regarding DD-HD and DTS-HD sound via the coax or optical digital out. HD sound will only transmit over the HDMI output. 
Keep a Krell KST-100
Krell refurbished my +14 year old KSA-250 two years ago. Came back as good as new! At the risk of iritating a lot of Krell, and other high end power amp, owners; old Krell power amps are nearly as good as anything you can buy new IMHO. Keep the Kr... 
How far away is your Nirvana
What is your complete system? 
Airtunes dropouts with Mac mini to Airport Express
I had a similar problem with my MacBook to Squeezebox. Originally had the router WiFi mode set to 11b/g/n, reset it to 11b/g and everything was fine. 
John Martyn RIP
For those of you not familiar with this British rock/folk musician; just listen to his seminal album Solid Air and you will be a convert! I salute you Mr. Martyn for producing such wonderful and endearing music. RIP. 
PC Based Audio - How?
All,Many thanks for your good advise. I used to aspire to a dCS based CD player, not anymore though! You have convinced me computer base CD play back is the way to go. Can't wait to give it a try. Thanks.Marcus 
Quads vs Sound Labs vs Maggie 20.1
I can't comment on the speaker comparison having only really listened to the ESL-63s. However, you asked for a recommendation on Quad ESL restorers. Last year I visited Kent McCollum in Kansas City. Kent specializes in restoring old Quad ESls. I w... 
What one product has redefined music for you??
Quad ESL (original and 63s) defined HiFi for me. I heard the original Quads at a HiFi show in the UK in the 70s, at the same show I also heard the Yamaha NS1000Ms. I purchased a pair of NS1000Ms few years later and still have them in service. Movi... 
Optical Digital Interface - Good or Bad?
I recently asked the same question on Audiogon. Here is the link:http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?ddgtl&1210878331&openmine&zzMgattmch&4&5#Mgattmch 
Best sounding Krell ?
Interesting question. OK, my Krell (KSA-250) is more then 10 years old. After a rebuild by Krell, I still think the KSA-250 is one of the (if not the) best power amp I have ever used. Definitely a keeper for me. I am curious though, how does the K... 
Moved to Houston, seeking new audio friends here.
Keith,What is your system?Marcus McHugh