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| Power Conditioners Probably hard to go wrong with Synergistic Powercell, Audience Teflon, or RSA conditioners. I'd certainly have those on my short list, which they are. But as someone who recently had dedicated lines installed, you might consider doing that first a... | |
| what has a Thiel soundstage, but more sensitivity? I knew there was somebody I forgot. Green Mountain Audio also employs 1st order crossovers and at least looking at the Continuum 3 may be an easier load than the Thiels. Not all that much to look at though if such things concern you. | |
| from B&w 805's to Usher be-718 - what to expect? I would think you'd at the very least hear a very big improvement in bass weight and extension since this is an area of strength for the Ushers and not so much for the 805s. That said, I don't think the Ushers will open up and sound their best wit... | |
| 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. |