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Good speakers for Parasound Halo JC1
I’m not a big horn guy but the SalkSound speakers look very interesting. Have not heard of so I’ll do some checking.  Forgot to add ProAc speakers — they’ve been very good when I’ve auditioned them.  
Good speakers for Parasound Halo JC1
Thanks very much — everyone’s comments are very helpful. My preferences lean to a very detailed sound, with clear highs and deep lows and a large soundstage. I listen to literally all types of music including jazz, classical, male and female voca... 
Good speakers for Parasound Halo JC1
Yes, I’ll check out the Josephs.  
Good speakers for Parasound Halo JC1
Room size is 22’ long X 15 1/2’ wide Interesting thought on the Blades — I’ve always thought they were sweet.  
Good speakers for Parasound Halo JC1
Thanks, Mijostyn, this is very helpful. I know Maggies well; I live in Minneapolis-St Paul where they’re made. I’ve been intrigued with them since I was 18 — just  concerned my room isn’t a good match. Perhaps I should reconsider.  I’m not familia... 
Good speakers for Parasound Halo JC1
Sorry, should have mentioned that. I’d planned to spend $12-15k ($17k if I’ve had a couple of beers with my buddies the night before!)  ideally I’d be able to get a matching center channel from the same manufacturer. That’s in addition to the abo... 
Best sounding CD player
I’ve got a Parasound Halo CD1 which I’ve found to be a very sweet piece of equipment. Crystal clear, great dynamics — both highs and lows. It only plays redbook CDs (no SACD, etc.) but I use my Oppo for those.    Parasound doesn’t make the CD1 a... 
Install A Dedicated AC Line at home
Hey Guys Another question about installing dedicated 10 gauge wiring for my audio system. Is it necessary to run 10 gauge for all equipment (pre-amps, phono, phono amps, CD player, etc.) or just my mono block amplifiers?  Thanks.  
Most underrated female recording artists..
Check out Mary Black — one of Ireland’s finest. Her albums “Babes in the Woods” and “New Frontiers” are outstanding.   
Install A Dedicated AC Line at home
Thanks everyone for your helpful comments — I’ll study them carefully before proceeding.    In reading over the comments, it became apparent to me that I had a typo in my original post. My intent was for the electrician to install a total of 4 de... 
Install A Dedicated AC Line at home
Following the recommendations of many a HiFi Guru, I’ve hired an licensed electrician to run 30 amp circuits with 10 gauge wire for my stereo gear. I told him I’d supply the PS Audio PowerPort Classic Outlets (I believe these are similar to the JP...