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Ixos Gamma 1000 vs. Monster Cable MKII 400
You've only got 2 pairs of interconnects. Try it in both configurations and see if you have a preference. If you can't hear the difference, it doesn't matter which cable is in which position.My only suggestion is to verify which direction the cabl... 
DVD Player Setup.
All, I think you guys missed my point. Sorry I wasn't clear. I assumed that RoryFan asked the question because he was using a DVD player in a 2 channel setup. Otherwise, I've never found it necessary to set the audio on my player (unless I wanted ... 
What is the best CD player direct into one's amp?
Hey Bill,I know we've "sparred" over the Quad before and I too find if interesting that we agree on the other players and not the Quad. I really liked it in my system and it bested all of those listed, except the RA Opus 21.Interestingly, I took t... 
Who Has The Best service department
Don't want to rain on anyone's parade, but I had a horrible service experience from conrad johnson. It was many years ago, so things may have changed since then, but it was the worst experience in my 20 year audiophile life.Best experience I've ha... 
What is the best CD player direct into one's amp?
I have owned and used several CD players or DACs with volume control. Here is the List:Theta Miles (balanaced)Cary CD-308Quad 99 CDPResolution Audio Opus 21Birdland Odeon Lite DACMonarchy Audio Model 33 DAC/pre-ampMusical Fidelity CD/Pre-24 DAC/pr... 
DVD Player Setup.
RF,If you set up the audio output in the DVD player, it is not necessary to set it up again each time you play a different disk. Once it is set up in the players menu, it should stay the same.I've done this several times when I had a DVD player in... 
Hum when cablevision is plugged in to tv
This is a common problem. You have a ground loop caused by your cable connection. You need to isolate The cable from your system. Audio Advisor caries a product from Mondial called the Magic Block. AT $99 it is expensive, but it works. Enjoy, TIC 
What are in these Bose speakers anyways
Bose are amazing engineers. Thay have created a way to build speakers from only two ingredients....SMOKE and MIRRORSEnjoy,TIC 
Decent stereo amp / pre amp on relative budget
Smbestbier,Do you already have the CD player or will you be purchasing it too? If you don't already have the CD player, you could get a Quad 99 CDP CD player ($800 used) which has built-in remote volume control. Add a Quad 909 power amp ($900 used... 
Has anyone ever stacked Martin Logan CLS panels
I agree with Nsgarch! If you need stacked CLS's, just buy a pair of Soundlabs and be done with it. In this way, you wouldn't risk potential damage to two pairs of expensive speakers.Enjoy,TIC 
Room setup...diagonal or standard and how to treat
I can't validate the results, but here is a link to an article by Steve Deckert of Decware concerning diagonal room placement.Go to the Decware site at:http://www.decware.com/newsite/mainmenu.htmClick on "My Room" then scroll down to "How to set u... 
Need help making TV decision
From what I've read on AVS forum, I think they are the same. I'm no expert, so if you need a true video geeks opinion, ask over at AVS forum under the display forum.Enjoy,TIC 
Need help making TV decision
Drubin,I have the previous version of the Consumer Panny EDTV (TH-42PD25). It has 2 sets of Component video connections, plus HDMI, plus the cablecard slot.I like using a STB because I have the combo HD STB w/DVR and I really like it. It records H... 
Need help making TV decision
Drubin,Absolutely get an HD STB with the EDTV Panny. I have the consumer version of the EDTV Panny Plasma and I love it. It looks incredible when fed an HD signal from my Time Warner HD Digital cable box/DVR.I'm not sure there is a Cable Card avai... 
Need help making TV decision
Tvad,Although a good concept, the 30" Samsung Slim-Fit TV has horrible geometry issues that I don't think can be corrected. I really wanted to buy that set, but after viewing 10-15 sets in different stores, it became apparent that the set is "not ...