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meridian 861 or Theta Cas.III-which is better
I do have the 861/800 Version 3,with the latest software.The sound is very good.The video is OK. Only down side with meridian you either are very good with operating that computer or have access to a VERY good installer. 
SACD VS Vinyl for Jazz and Classical
My 2 cents.vinyl addiction is more like religion.There is no way to convince them of the quality of sound you can get from top notch digital system. More to the point ,as I mentioned in previous threads a great red book player can outdo most sacd ... 
Any opinions on the eAR digital "Ice amp"
I have a couple of Acoustic reality digital amps they are very good. 
How Good Can Digital Get?
Try the Reimyo cdp-777,sounds fantastic.I used to have extensive analogue set up,always needed tweeking.For classical music a good digital recording can be superb. 
CD red book,sacd or dvd-a playback choices
I only use the Reimyo two channel analog output. I do believe that sacd and Dvd A formats are a good solution fot LOW phile multichannel system which provide the industry an ability to resell exsisting products with large profits.For the Highend a... 
What Ever Happened To The Krell SACD Standard?
I play DVD-A without ever turning the tv on using meridian 800 with 861 sound is very good. 
Equalizers anyone?
I have been using the cello parametric equalizer,found it very useful for adjusting for poorly recorded cds.easy to use a wondeful addition to a system.But does not solve the room accoustics. 
jm lab mezzo /passlabs 600-good synergy?
About yba being thin on the lower end.I have replaced the Bryston 14bsst with the YBA mono passions difference was huge there bass output is incredible.I can assure Nreddy that the big YBAs are fantastic across the full frequency range. 
jm lab mezzo /passlabs 600-good synergy?
consider YBA or GRyphon amps. 
Digital Amps - Your opinions and why so few?
I have Accoustic Reality digital amps they are wonderful,very sweet sounding.They can easily compete with the large amps. 
which amp for 12,500
TRy to listen to the YBA passion 1000,Gryphon Signature Antileon,if you like them you may be able to find them on audiogon they retail for much more.You may like the sound of Accoustic Reality monos,great amps very light weight great sounding.The ... 
Monoblock Suggestion?
I use to have both the 7bst,and the 14bsst.CANNOT recommend this amps.I also had the cam350 not great.I now have 4 YBA Passion 1000 monos outstanding,list price is very high but you may be able to find bargain on audiogon.The sound is outstanding ... 
Opinions regarding JMlab Alto Be?
I have been listening to the JM Utopia for the last three years.I have not had any of the problems you mentioned.The key to the Utopia good sound is the right amplifier.I have settled on the Gryphon Antileon Signature the Boulder amp is a good mat... 
Naxos, the way to go for classical?
Naxos can be OK,not always the best performers.You can get very good buys by joining BMG,they do carry high end labels such as Hyperion,telarc,emi,etc.The best source I have found for classical cd/sacd/dvd is Music Arkiv not cheap but reliable and... 
etymotic 4P earphones
Have used the 4s for atleast 7years.They are great especially for airtravel and exercise.For me they only work with the white "rubber" fittings.They do clog up at times and you have to replace the green filters.They are not as good as the STAX spe...