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Matching a center to MBL 101e's
On similiar threads most 'experts' recommend using a center that is matched by same manufacturer to your mains. I have MBL 111'es as mains; and my wife would not permit anther MBL as center in front of 73" dlp; I first tried a Dali C200; didn't wo... 
Sunfire CRM ?
I have these speakers for my second; bedroom set up. My room is around 22 x 15; with high vaulted ceilings. they sound fine; but I rarely turn up the volume. if its your main listening setup; you may want something that can move more air; or if yo... 
Speaker cable suggestions for MBL 101E's
I have MBL 111e's; with 8011 amps, and I also have questions about recommendations for both speaker cables and ic's to enhance and tame these speakers...currently I am using Harmonic Tech biwired cables and ic's; but want to upgrade. People often ... 
Mitsubishi DLP problem
I just received a new Mits 73736 dlp; and it's fantastic...great colors; good brightness; all the bells and whistles; 1080p plush upconversion; deep color; 24 frames/second...since dlp's refresh so much faster than lcd or plasma; the 120hz designa... 
who makes a decent center channel speaker?
aerial cc5; it's a beast weighing around 90 lbs; great cross overs; good sound controls to allow it to integrate well with many different mains..crisp; warm; and detailed... 
Best Blu-Ray for 7.1 Analog
check the ramp up times; I understand the Pioneer takes a while to boot up; the Sony is the fastest; not sure about the Marantz/Denon quality bd players.... 
Parasound JC 1 or Musical Fidelity KW 550?
I had a dealer demo an a/b comparison for me of the Parasound vs the MBL 8011's...it wasn't close; the mbl's were much tighter; cleaner; smoother; and richer than the Parasound...and run a lot cooler...was not impressed with the Parasound...this w... 
what are some digital cable upgrades/servers?
75 ohm digital cable with rca pin...not toslink. I have to admit my ignorance; don't know difference between s/pdif; and aes/ebu; please explain what this terminology means; and differences... I'm looking at the Harmonic digital magic II; lists fo... 
audiophile music servers the latest products, info
The Qsonics has a phenomonal touch screen and great user interface; plus has high quality audio sound. Check out their webpage...easy and fun to use; can get with 500Gb or more hard drive; and it connects to the Musicgiant on line store for easy d... 
Any thoughts on the new Marantz HT separates?
Yes; the Denon and Marantz are basically the same player; like Ford and Mercury putting different lables on the same car...Question: What do you think you gain by spending $2k for BD player? They don't perform CD and regular DVD play as well as ot... 
best choice for new processor for hd audio and 2 c
Kenny; Thanks again for a thoughtful and reasoned response...I share your feelings....and may just wait a bit to decide between a used Meridian 861 v4.2; the costs of the upgraded v 6; or the new Krell evo 707...I think those are my best choices. ... 
best choice for new processor for hd audio and 2 c
Kenny; Thanks for your comments. I guess what I'm really asking is whether this search for quality home theater blended with two channel is in reach for most people. To spend the money for the Krell; and a quality BD player and be ahead of the 'cu... 
Opinions on MBL 121's
I have MBL 111e's; powered by MBL 8011 monoblock amps. I also have a DD15 sub; and my system sounds great. clear; open; fantastic base on both the main speakers; but the sub helps with home theater presense. The mbl sound is a matter of taste; but... 
Meridian digital gears
I am picking up my Meridian G-68 and G-98 next week; to be used in a blended two channel audio/home theater system with MBL 111'es main; Dali Halicon C-200 center; Velodyne DD-15 subwoofer; and like you was happy with my SACD collection; I was usi... 
Dali Helicon 800. What components match with it?
I've had the Halicon 800's for two years. I am running Cardas speaker cables and a Carver Sunfire Signiture amp, 400 watts/channel and bi-amping them. The sunfire has two output modes; with one closer to 'tube' sound' which I have going to the twe...