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A/V Receiver to pair with Domus Grand Pianos
How many speakers are you driving? Are you looking for a 2-channel amp or a multi-channel HT Receiver? Do you need it to have video processing/passthrough, HDMI inputs, etc., or just analog inputs? 
Any Bluetooth wireless speakers that you like?
Hey MM,The new version of the Libratone Zipp has a pairing feature that you can set to either stereo (L&R) or full 360 degree sound from each. Unfortunately they cost $299 each....Ouch. 
Small Form Factor Surround Receiver
I believe there is an Arcam Solo DVD/5.1 receiver that should meet your criteria. I haven't heard the Solo series from Arcam, but I've owned several other products from the company and I think they offer good value. 
Priorities...
Never buy anything you can't afford, especially on credit. I would go further and say "just because you can afford to buy something, doesn't mean you should".Don't buy anything now. Start saving your money until you have the excess funds needed ... 
Adding Center Channel
Hi Ric,You don't have it connected properly for a combo 2-channel/HT add-on system.You need to connect the L&R line level RCA cable from the Oppo to your pre-amp for listening to 2-channel music.You need to connect the Oppo to your HT receiver... 
Settings on phono stage
Agree. 5 and 6 in the up position, all others down. 
Question for Oppo 105 owners...digital out to an external DAC ?
Yes, using either of the digital outputs will bypass the internal DAC in the Oppo 105. The output of a transport is digital, the output of a DAC is analog. 
How to merge home theater with 2 channel
rr1,Let us know how it goes. If you have any issues integrated the systems, I would be happy to help.....TIC 
Portable Radio Quality?!?
I have a Tivoli PAL that I love. It was later replaced by the iPAL and the latest version is the iPAL BT (bluetooth). Unfortunately the latest is $199. However, if you have a need for a solid AM/FM portable radio and also would like bluetooth supp... 
How to merge home theater with 2 channel
r1,You are in luck! Since you already have a quality 2-channel rig and a pre-amp w/theater pass-through, you can simple add a quality HT receiver and the extra speakers. To do this, you will need an HT receiver with pre-outs. You will simply run t... 
Need Help: What In My Home Electric System Killed the Sound?
Could be an electrical issue or the issue may be somewhere else and it is just coincidental that it has occurred at the same time the electrician was there.Have you checked your speakers to insure that all of the drivers are playing and that the i... 
Yes "Fragile" How great of an album is it?
I've liked Fragile since it first came out when I was a 11 years old. I still listen to it occasionally. There is some excellent musicianship on Fragile. However it is not in my top 10. DSOTM is not in my top 10 favorites either...... 
Help with the artist and album?
I used the Shazam App and it recognized the song as Doug MacLeod - Black Nights 
What is your go-to online place to buy physical medium of music? And why?
I buy most of my CDs from Amazon when they have the title I want. They typically have great prices and with Amazon Prime I get free 2 day shipping.I've bought most of my used LP's on eBay because they generally have a good selection available and ... 
Great bookshelf or small towers suggestions
Wolfernyc,There's one in every crowd, Know what I mean? I'm going to offer up the contrarian post now......The Sound Dynamics 300ti is a very good speaker and was considered one of the true Giant Killers when it was produced. Even today they are v...