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DAC for AirportExpress around $1k?
I don't think the Airport Express has a digital out?bill 
Best monoblocks around 3-4k used for revel studios
What is the advantage of the mono iceh2o amps over the stereo h2o and has anyone tried them on anything other than Apogee speakers?The specs are the same on the stereo model, I'm thinking there is not much difference between it and the monos. 
iPod: Questions and Options
I am in the same boat. The new Itunes software runs on Windows 2000 or XP and not ME. I don't know what to do either other than changing my operating system or computer. 
What cables are recommended for Rowland M201's?
Hi,What is 'not as good' if you would elaborate. It's hard to tell what you are talking about.Thanks, 
$4000 to spend on a SS power amp - help me choose
Since when is the Rowland M201 'warm sounding'? Maybe his older amps were but not this one - it's neutral.Bill 
Revel Salons...time for a new version?
Go to secrets of home theater and hi fi web site and read the new interview with Kevin Voeckes. In it he states that the Revel Salon still holds up and there is no plan to try to improve it. A fantastic speaker.Great products don't always need to ... 
Hydra 8/Hydra 6 vs PS Ultimate outlet?
Mitch,Are speaking of the new, new black Hydra 6 (there's a 4 and 2 also)?As I understand those new models have most of the features of the Hydra 8 except the FeSi compound.thanks,Bill 
Digital Front End: Critical Listening
I'm with you Sean, differences in digital are small. 
Audio Research 150.2 Class T Digital Amp
Quotes from above posts:'This amplifier is articulate, detailed, dynamic, and presents a wide and deep sound stage.''Sounds laid back and warm and polite to me.'Hard to believe it's the same amp they're both commenting on. 
Your ''best kept secret'' speaker choice ?
I agree 100% with the Sony SS M series recommendation.bill 
heard Sony's all digtial integrated AV/DVD recvrs?
I have been intrigued by this too. Looks like a great product. 
Sony SS-M9-P Stereophile Review
The M9 ES speaker got a high class b rating with state of the art bass, a clear linear, accurate, grain free midrange and clear treble. The sound is very holographic, accurate bass, great detail and certainly not a bright speaker, just very natura... 
Best used dac under $2000
I second what Jaguar said above! I have an ECD 1, too.Thanks,Bill 
Review: Sony SS-M7aes Speaker
Yup, these are terrific speakers as are the SS M9ES and the grand daddy of them all, the Sony SS M9ED. I've owned the SS M9ES and they were great and the M9ED which I now own is certainly reference grade. Too bad snooty audiophiles can't get past ... 
Best Concert DVD
That's kind of like the older Brownsville Station song"Smokin in the boy's room"The last line of the chorus is ....smokin ain't allowed in school.A friend of my wife's in college thought it was....smokin in the lounge is cool!I get a kick out of t...