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Complete 2.0 System for Under $3k?
Hi, Elizbeth: "The MAIN thing is to buy what you find, instead of a list you have to buy" Okay, but the gent may not have a friend like you hanging around, so... given your well-known expertise, how about some more specific guidance for him? - e.g... 
2.1 disability...
Larry,We're all very glad that it worked out for you!With such a great ($13K+?) speaker system, I've gotta ask -have you considered setting up a dedicated stereo pre/amp pathway in the future? With 95 dB efficiency, bet they would also sing with t... 
Complete 2.0 System for Under $3k?
Gehrm,There are many other threads on this topic so search Agon forum, but here is a start:Speakers:Triangle Electroacoustique Comete ES 50-20K Hz, 91dB Coherent, efficient, classic two-ways. - $500 used on Audiogon.Integrated Amplifier with phono... 
Complete 2.0 System for Under $3k?
re:"That you find another hobby !!!!!!!!! :)"Pls be sure to note the smiley face at the end.IMO, That was just a tongue-in-cheek warning from TPReaves, to maybe spare our OP the obsessive agonies of budget creep, etc. that sometimes follow with th... 
Complete 2.0 System for Under $3k?
Gehrm, If I could, here are a few qn's. that the "agon brain trust" here might want to ask for starters:Will you also be using CD's and electronic audio files, or would you like to start with vinyl sources only?What kind of music do you listen to ... 
2.1 disability...
Manual for the Pioneer DV48AV shows that if Audio Output mode is set to Stereo, then Center and Subwoofer outputs are disabled, and the 5.1 channel front Left and Right jacks act as a second pair of stereo outputs. If these specs hold true for the... 
2.1 disability...
" What do you have for speakers and subwoofer?"Great question. If your subwoofer has high-level inputs in addition to your LFE connection, you may be able to come off stereo pre-outs instead. Resetting audio out option from 5.1 to stereo would de-... 
Amp for Vandersteens 2ce sig 2's
There are a couple of Modwright KWA100-SE's for sale on Agon right now for around $2900. That is an incredible amp, and would match very well with your tube pre-amp as well as Vandersteens. Designer-owner Dan Wright is a big advocate of pairing Tu... 
AM/FM set up for office
" I don't think that big brother would be able to monitor it's use and you would have access to such services as Pandora, Rhapsody, internet radio and Sirius/XM"Don't underestimate Big Bro! At my company, "He" blocks all streaming non-business sit... 
Building bedroom system.....speakers for it?
I would second Jndean's recommendation of the Triangle Comete ES's if you can move a bit higher up the food chain. Incredibly coherent, easily powered, and a surprising bass presence with a smaller room. 
Building bedroom system.....speakers for it?
Recommend Triangle Electroacoustique Titus 202's. Classic soundstage, imaging and midrange. Efficient, front-firing, speakers can help offset many placement issues. $350-$450 used. 
Help me build a fine PC sound system
Hi Jim, So you don't want to relocate your office rig, and your specs seem to rule out all of the USB-DIF converters, DACs, etc, etc. OK, I'll bite...how about one of these? The speakers and enclosures are based upon the original designs by Koss. ... 
Audible Illusions 3A or Modwright SWL9.0Signature?
Have you given consideration to the Modwright LS100? MWI's most recent pre reportedly takes up where the 9.0SE left off.http://www.modwright.com/products/17 
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Pinnacle PN6+ Speakers and Sub
If he's a good friend, gift it to him or let him take you and your lady out for dinner.A bit more seriously, Audiogon has the PN6+ and several Pinnacle subs in their bluebook, and not the Sony STR GX-60ES but one similar. If you're not registered ...