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Can Someone Help the Idiot Out?
Don't be so hard on yourself, you've just asked a question most everyone else was just too afraid to ask. 
I think my RPTV went bye-bye
Or, this is your chance to celebrate as you make your way home tomorrow (I'm sure stores are open at least part of the day) with the new HDTV 50" Plasma or LCD monitor. 
Are Preamps necessary?
This question has been kicked around quite a few times recently. I would suggest doing a search on Audiogon for these players: Resolution Audio Opus 21, Wadia 861, or Audio Aero Capitole MKII. Each player has been discussed in the various preamp o... 
Forego Line Conditioner for an Ayre CX-7?
I called them about this point. And, essentially, was told that they, along with other manufacturers such as Audio Research, lavish so much attention on power supply in their products that a line conditioner is not needed. They didn't get into the... 
Help me decide b/w a Stealth XXX or a BPT 2.5
Dave, in case your interested, I've finally posted some pictures of the Matrix unti I have for sale. And, Labtec thanks for the tip! I did not know that. 
Help me decide b/w a Stealth XXX or a BPT 2.5
Dave--In reference to your last post, Mr.Silver is Jerry with Audio Magic. I don't know his last name, but he's the main man there, and he's great to deal with. I would suggest calling him directly for questions on Stealth. 
Help me decide b/w a Stealth XXX or a BPT 2.5
Dave--It's a matter of priorities. I'm willing to give up this fantastic conditioner because things didn't work out with the Resolution Audio Opus 21 CDP I was using, so I've sent it back for refund. I've since fallen in love with an Ayre Acoustic... 
Help me decide b/w a Stealth XXX or a BPT 2.5
Well, all I can give you is a layman's description, but suffice it to say, the Audio Magic simply sounds more musical. The teble, bass, soundstage are all improved. Also, the AM reduces the digital edginess, so the music just flows. My buddy who o... 
Help me decide b/w a Stealth XXX or a BPT 2.5
I compared my Audio Magic Matrix with Matrix power cord to the BPT 2.5 in my 2 channel system (Resolution Audio Opus 21, Paradigm Active speakers). The Matrix if anyone remembers was the top conditioner in the Stealth line before they introduced t... 
I completely lack fiscal discipline...
Think about how much money you make and then answer this question yourself.Seconldy, why post this question on this site? I can't of a bigger group (although I know they exist) of folks who lack "fiscal discipline." 
CD/SACD Players with volume control under 4K?
711-Does the Denon come stock with digital volume control or does Mr. Peychev add that? And, have you rec'd it yet...If so, is it better than the Phillips you have/had. Thanks! 
Audio Aero Prestige SACD player ?
I just spoke with United Home Porducts? The Prestige will be available in December and retail for (he thinks) $14000 -- $16,500. Yikes! 
CD/SACD Players with volume control under 4K?
Ok, yep, the Resolution Audio Opus 21 does not play SACD. I was just so excited to tell you about it, I mis-read your post. Omains is right though, it is a great player! I think the Shanling SACD CDP has volume control. And, Underwood Wally has a ... 
Help Should I make this move?
Onhwy61, zero turning radius...I had to look that up. I'm being presumptuous but it seems you maybe writing from experience. By the way, still undecided about the Capitole. 
$1200 vs $200 cd players
I compared a $2000 Lynn, can't remember the model name thank goodness, to my Rotel RCC-955 5 disc changer and couldn't identify much difference. What a disappointment--I almost gave up thinking that digital really does sound the same no matter how...