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Efficient Bookshelfs on a budget?
I looked at the ELF specs a little more and it looks like those drivers need 15 watts. 
Efficient Bookshelfs on a budget?
How about Creativesound's ELFs? Link.I'm sure someone will correct me if I'm mistaken that these single drivers are intended for use with low powered tube amps. 
floorstanding speakers for NAD C-320BEE amp
The local NAD dealer runs the 320bee with Vandersteen 1C. 
Marantz 5300 -- Best Speaker Match
What is your price range? Room size? 5.1 or 2 channel? 
downsizing, anyone recommend speakers 1000 or less
Green Mountain Europas. 
Speaker System Recomendations please...
Ascend Acoustics. While the website doesn't yet show it the 340 is availible in L/R version in addition to its CC version. Ascend Acoustics and Ascendforum 
Norah Jones on Bluenote??
Be thankful Blue Note can generate revenue from Ms. Jones and for her loyality to Blue Note. The revenue will allow Blue Note to cotinue to record great musicians that aren't as commercially viable as Norah Jones. 
under $300 bookshelfs: does excitement exist?
Athena is part of API which also makes Energy and Mirage. Athena is their budget line made completely in Asia.Ascend Acoustics CBM-170 is $328. They are known for their flat response and being neutral. Ascend link 
this should open the floodgates: BEST home theater
I would agree and had the thought come before reading Exertfluffer's post. If cost is no object use a respected HT design only person to assist you. You have a great opportunity to work with a professional in the HT field and learn directly from t... 
subwooferability ???
Suprised ACI's Titan hasn't been mention. ACI Titan 
AMP for Panasonic XR45
The digital Pannys are great when using digital inputs. If you're using digital input then the player is just a transport. At $6-700 you are paying for some nice DACs that you will never run sound thru. Get a dvd noted for quality picture and no c... 
AMP for Panasonic XR45
The digital amps in the Panny are what make it so good. 
SVS subs for music?
OOPS! www.adireaudio.com 
SVS subs for music?
Adire( www.adreaudio.com ) or ACI( www.audioc.com ). 
What is the warmest receiver...
I'd give NAD a try too.