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What's the latest word on the Emotiva UMC-1?
The UMC-1 is a pre-amp....It does all the processing, but no amplifying.It has lots of features for a very good price. A good bargain. 
Dolby True HD vs. DTS HD
IMO both DTS-HD and DThd will, produce legacy DTS/DD signals (at their max bit rate) from BD discs on even low-featured players. 
To Dolby True HD or not to Dolby True HD
I want to share this review regarding different sound formats, http://www.audioholics.com/education/surround-sound/dolby-digital-vs-dts-a-guide-to-the-strengths-of-the-formats 
The frontier between ''vintage'' and ''junk'' ?
I always find great deals at thrift stores, usually people get rid of his vintage stuff to buy modern hifi. They didnt know the treasure they got in their hands. 
EL84 amp Vs. EL34 amp
The 84 and 34 are well known for distortion, normally the EL84 gets VERY hot with normal use. People love it for his tone quality. 
reasonably priced tube amps
Check the following ones:http://www.vacuumtube.com/JD%20102b.htmhttp://www.vacuumtube.com/JD%20202A.htmJolida's usually build great stuff on tubes. 
Best SACD's
The Carpenters "The Singles, 1969-1981"The Rolling Stones "Hot Rocks" 
Alex Chilton RIP
The death of Alex Chilton means goodbye to one of the great musicians of worship of the past four decades in the rock scene... a great loss. 
FAL speakers and drivers
Still There are some dealers at uk, you can check this page:http://www.lxdb.co.uk/hifi-home-cinema-speakers/fal-speakers.php 
VMPS 30 speakers
These have a good soundstage and explosive dynamics. I love the cabinetry though...great looking. 
Lexicon BD-30 universal player
The usb port without a cover doesnt looks good on it. I think is a better deal than the Marantz SACd player. 
Review: Theta Compli Blu vs Oppo BDP-83 SE
I have been saving to get a new oppo this month, and i have read many good reviews about the oppo 83 SE.The Compli Blu seems to be a great player, but the price is way expensive. 
Tidal electronics...
I have tested tidal speakers in the past and they are the best ones produced in germany..it sounds great when playing my lp's...detailed and loud enough for my tastes. 
Speakers for Luxman L 505 u
The JBL L96 are a good match though...or just get a pair of Spendor's. 
Mcintosh MC-2105 with Totem Hawk?
The cambridge is not the perfect match for it, the hawk's need lots of power to be driven perfectly..IMO.