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| what has a Thiel soundstage, but more sensitivity? I like the CS 1.6 recommendation as well since you've obviously fallen for the Thiel sound already. They may be more sensitive than the 1.5s, but you might want to check the impedance curve since they may also appreciate some juice. I like the Con... | |
| power condtioner If you don't already have them, I'd recommend installing 20-amp dedicated lines first. Cheap relative to the better power conditioners, and at least you'll know you're starting with a good baseline to compare power conditioners (if you even feel y... | |
| decent RF universal control system Just to be clear, the reviews on CNET of the Harmony 900 seemed very positive except for the inability to program sequential macros. This was a major disappointment (and a curious omission on Harmony's part at this price point) for a lot of people... | |
| amp suggestions for Aerial 7b Oops, forgot to mention Marsh A400S as another potential option. | |
| amp suggestions for Aerial 7b If you're going to upgrade your speakers I'd do that first, then find the amp that works best for them. If you buy an amp that works well with your 7Bs there's a good chance the synergy will not be as optimal with the new speakers and you'll find ... | |
| decent RF universal control system The Universal RFS200 also has RF capability, is nicely laid out, and B&H Photo is selling it for 76 bucks, which is significantly cheaper than the Harmony 900. Also I read the Harmony 900 is limited in its macro programming capabilities (see C... | |
| small speakers The Ascend Acoustics Sierra 1 gets really nice reviews and I think can be had at or below your price target -- that would be my choice if you're buying new. Minuets are great too, but you can probably get a pair of used SR17s in your price range t... | |
| Budget integrated ideas: budget $650 I'll throw in the Bryston B60 since it hasn't been mentioned yet. | |
| Extremas with Clayton or Gamut Audiobrian -- can you elaborate on the major differences you hear between the two amps? | |
| Anybody heard the Verity Rienzi? Is it too late to return the kid? | |
| Looking for New Speakers - Suggestions I think if you heard ATCs they would knock you out of your chair -- the cleanest, most powerful and dynamic midrange I've ever heard yet still well balanced overall. Of course it always comes down to personal taste, especially with speakers, but I... | |
| Best amp s for 11x14 room under $4000 new/used ? There's a Clayton S-40 that just popped up for a little over $2000. I would think that amp would meet a lot if not all of your requirements if you don't need an integrated amp. Best of luck. | |
| Best speaker value between $1800-$2100 Just saw a pair of Silverline SR17.5s for sale here at a little below your minimum price (so with stands you'd still be in the ballpark). Hard to imagine these wouldn't be a fairly significant step up in performance from your Preludes. | |
| Best speaker value between $1800-$2100 Would help if you described what you're looking to improve over the Preludes. Some good recommendations above, so I'd add the Salk Songtowers that seem to get very nice reviews (and they can be had new in your price range) or maybe the Gallo Ref. ... | |
| Smooth Sounding Tube Amps that Can drive ATC I'd add to your list the new Clayton Audio S100 -- love to hear what that amp could do through an ATC midrange. |