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Bel canto vs. Classe best 2 Channel / HT amps
A couple of guys at the Apogee speaker user site I visit drive there Apogees with the Bel Canto's. They seem to be very happy with these digital amps on the somewhat hard to drive Apogees. Sorry I can't offer more help but my guess is that both Be... 
What did your first "real" system consist of?
70's, went from Sansui AU&TU-717 amp and tuner with a set of Bose 901's to SAE amp and pre-amp with Dalquest DQ-10's. The DQ-10's are what set the hook.Dave 
First pre/pro and hopefully last
It's new Sean, along with some other new product changes.Dave 
Why Don't People Search The Forum Archives?
Most other sites have gone to the sticky for questions that get beat to death. I'm not sure there is another way to deal with this problem. Maybe if the search feature were to be moved to the NEW QUESTIONS page also?Dave 
First pre/pro and hopefully last
The Sunfire Theatergrand IV is another pre-pro you may want to give a listen to. I've owned my Theatergrand II for a long while and love it's sound..I have had not one problem with this component. It also makes a very good DAC when used with a tra... 
Can a manufacturer post replies & discussions?
Your posts should identify you as a manufacturer when posting your opinions on these types of products. Other than that, glad to have you and other manufacturer's and designers input IMO.Dave 
One big subwoofer or two weaker subwoofers?
I agree with Rives, depends on a lot of other things. There is no "one size fits all" answer. His link along with other usefull info. should help you decide on which may work best for your system and room.This thread has some great info. on bass a... 
for a total of 5000$ for used equip.
You may also want to check-out the "GMA Europa" speakers, they fit very well into your price range of a $5,000 system.Dave 
Mitsubishi 82 inch big screen TV or projector?
A couple of good links. http://www.projectorcentral.com/ and http://www.avsforum.com/.Dave 
Magnapan 3.5R and Sunfire Subwoofer ???
Fast Bass, Slow Bass. http://www.soundstage.com/maxdb/maxdb061999.htmDave 
Add subwoofer to current speakers or upgrade?
I think the more important question would be the difference between the 1B's and the 3A's at the mid/upper fqz's. While I'm sure the 1B's would sound great with a sub, will they offer as large across the board upgrade that the 3A's would?I think n... 
I am venturing into unfamiliar territory.
Well Dr. Rob, as usual..your couch is comfortable. I'm thinking that you could rent yourself out for a small fee. Dave 
Budget, Seperates, 1,200 AMP & PRE, suggestions
I can't comment on receivers, I haven't used one for a few years. Rotel comes to mind as one of the best ABOVE bang for buck brand that can be had in your price range, better than the outlaw pre-pro when music reproduction is of any interest. Of c... 
I am venturing into unfamiliar territory.
CarlI have no experence with in-wall speakers, I've saw this same question posted before and don't think many others have experence with these types.You could take a look at the new Maggie designed wall mount panels, these are designed to swing ou... 
THX vs. DTS
THX is simply a set of standards, The THX logo implies that the component or disc has met these standards (and paid all fee's to the THX group). Many components meet and exceed these standards even though they do not fly the THX flag. THX disc's d...