ricred1

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Adding Center Channel
dbphd,Prior to getting the center channel and AV receiver, the sound was coming through my 2 channel system.  
Adding Center Channel
tls49,thanks , it worked. No more sync problem and the L&R speakers still sound great when watching television or movies. Of course I turn the center channel and AV receiver off when listening to 2 channel. In addition, I decided to go to the ... 
Adding Center Channel
What is the right way to connect it? 
Adding Center Channel
The Marantz is used to drive only the center channel and isn't connected to my preamp. I had it connected as follows: from projector to Marantz via HDMI, from Marantz to Oppo via HDMI, Oppo to my preamp via Optical cable. My DAC is connected to my... 
Adding Center Channel
My preamp has HT bypass. The Oppo is connected to my DAC via an Optical cable 
Adding Center Channel
Adjusting the audio delay settings didn't help. According to Marantz and Oppo's tech support the problem is because I'm using two different amps. One to drive the main speakers and one for the center.  
Equipment Rack
Thanks to everyone for their comments. I've decided not to purchase anything. After what I've already spent, it may not be logical, but I can't spend 3-5K(or more) on equipment/speaker stands. I'm done! 
Equipment Rack
Audiopoint,Monitor Audio PL500 speakers.  
Equipment Rack
I contacted EAR-USA regarding the cost for the Townshend  seismic podiums. I was quoted $4700 for my speakers. 
Equipment Rack
I can't find any information regarding cost. How much are the Townshend Podias? 
Equipment Rack
bdp24,Please provide me an example of a mechanical filter product that I can purchase. 
Room Acoustic treatment suggestions, ideas & recommendations
I have GIK products and heavy drapes covering four windows. GIK represents outstanding value...at least in my opinion.  
Equipment Rack
theaudiotweak,In layman's terms, what are you saying?  
Equipment Rack
Thanks for the suggestions. I'm at a point that I'm so happy with my system. Although I have priced a couple Quadraspire racks, I'm still not convinced an expense rack is money well spent.  
Equipment Rack
astro58go,My floor is carpeted with a wooden floor underneath. I already have stillpoints under all of my components. Unfortunately, it's almost impossible to "listen" to different racks in my system. Lets assume stillpoints do a great job of isol...