paraneer
Responses from paraneer
| improving music I agree with Erik. I am a huge HT bypass advocate.If improving stereo music is the goal, get a quality 2 channel integrated with HT bypass and enjoy the best of both worlds in one system. Sadly, the 2 channel pre-amp sections found in most modern ... | |
| Integrated Amp with HT by-pass Also consider the Marantz PM11S3. | |
| Subwoofer for Vienna Acoustics Mozart Grand In HT applications, I agree that there are subwoofers that will go lower than a REL. The OP was asking about one that will perform well with his Viennas. As an owner of both Vienna and REL, I commented that this combo works good for me and many ot... | |
| Will a Marantz 2230 power B&W 650 speakers? Your question is very similar to the other question you posted in the HT forum regarduing the B&W 685's. At that time I recommended 70 to 100 wpc of high current power for these speakers and still do. Look at it this way. Watts are very cheap ... | |
| help on picking new old processor please... Put the Parasound 7100 on your list too. These are currently going for $500-$600 used. | |
| Need to know the best proccessor ........... Agreed Kr4. There is no best of anything. Just like there is no best price. If one looks hard enough, you'll always find something better after you think you found the best.There are good VALUES that meets your needs though.Right now, one of the b... | |
| ProAc , Focal and Vienna acoustic Considering you taste in music I would think the Viennas for sure. Great bass and very smooth upper end. Have not heard the ProAc's so cannot comment. Finally I would rule out the Focals. I have heard the Focals, and while a very good speaker for ... | |
| B&W 650 Bookshelf Speakers for Music and 2ch HT? Sorry if this answer is rather lenghty. I hope to address all your concerns as quickly as possible.First, I am not sure what speakers you are referring to but I think you mean the B&W 685's that have a msrp of $650 pair, right?If so, they are ... | |
| Should I upgrade home theatre to one with HDMI? You do not mention te primary purpose for the HT system. Movies, Music, TV, Gaming or all of the above?Here are my thoughts. Everyone who mentioned that you are missing out on the new lossless formats, namely Dolby True HD and DTS Master are corre... | |
| Subwoofer for Vienna Acoustics Mozart Grand REL has often been recommended with Viennas as well as Sonus Fabers. Maybe because of the Sumiko connection over the years but regardless, I believe there are many satisfied owners using this combination.I use a REL T1 with my VA Bach Grands and c... | |
| Seeking Advice on Stereo/HT Setup I concur with Bdgreg also. You already have everything you need to integrate a 2 channel system into your HT system. I took a look at the back pannel of the Cary you have. Run two interconnects from the L/R main pre-outs on the Arcam AVR to the Ci... | |
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| Upgrading Equipment Need Some Advice Not sure of the upgrade path you are on but here is what I do.I would keep the RX-A1020 as it has a full set of Pre-outs and I believe that its room correction is no different than what is found on the 3020. Then get a good 2 channel amp, around a... | |
| Where to start? You have already started. You said you listened to the B&W CM5. So this is your baseline.How did you like the sound? The CM5 is a rear ported speaker so that tells you it should be used with stands. It also has a metal (aluminum) dome tweeter.... | |
| Best speaker choice under $1000? I will not recommend specific speakers when you go out to audition. Rather, listen to different types of speakers, find your preference in type and then properly match a specific model to the power output of your Marantz receiver.For example, ther... |