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2 channel vs 5.1
Sounds like you DO have pass thru then you are good to go.Sorry I didn't look at the manula just the rear panel. Enjoy. 
MC205 new need break-in time?
I find McIntosh amps seem to come around in 100 hours. I have the MC205 as well nice amp. 
2 channel vs 5.1
The Luxman doesn't have a processor pass thru that I can see. Does the Oppo have a 2 channel out put seperate from the 6 channel? And if I understand your system you want to use the same front two speakers for both HT and 2 Channel right? If yes w... 
tube preamp for mcintosh solid state amp
I am driving my 402 with an Audio Research LS26 and would like to upgrade to a REF3 or maybe consider the McIntosh C500t but I am currently enjoying the economy too much! So LS26 it is, and very happy with it. 
Do any amps have 6 ohm taps for 6 ohm impedance?
Actually McIntosh SS amps with Autoformers have 2, 4 or 8 ohm taps. 
To Dolby True HD or not to Dolby True HD
Big difference! 
Best System for Pink Floyd
As a long time fan of the "Floydsters" I have listened to them on many systems and always enjoyed it. Before I delve in to the dream system you suggest I would own for FLoyd music only, I must add the Maoman is right on que with the refernce to Po... 
anyone have experience with Anthem arc?
I recently bougt the D2v and once I ran the ARC it was absolutely a vast inprovement. I would suggest it to anyone. 
Mcintosh MC275 versus MC501 ?
I would say you would gain tighter bass with solid state Mc Amps in my experience. As far as detail I would think the solid state may be more analytical. MHO of course. 
My ears of tin are over 50
I am starting to think about Mapmans comments on Viagra stimulating blood flow and enhancing nerve endings. Does that mean if we find ourselves enjoying music for more than 4 hours we have to go to the emergency room? 
To twist or not to twist
I think running them in a Shotgun postion vs. twisting themwould be better negligable at best. Un-sheilded cables will emit "if any" rf/emi at a level that would be extremely low and probably propose no efect. If it were me I would twist them for ... 
Adcom GFA-555 fuse stuck
Sounds like you are on your way to a solution. If you can't find the fuse holder at RS you might check eletronics stores but I am afraid they will all be closed today(saturday). If not look at partsexpress.com I am sure they will have it and also ... 
Blue ray player with good audio
What is your budget? There are many new models out that are Universal Blu-Ray if you also want SACD or DVD-A. Denon, Marantz, McIntosh, Theta, etc. I had looked at tha as an option when I decided to take blu-ray plunge. I ended up going a differen... 
Who makes a good CD recorder?
Actually there aren't many made anymore. Due to, I would say mainley, to what Mlsstl points out. However if you prefer a stand alone CD recorder as I do. The last one I bought was a dual well Denon that is no longer made but if you Google it there... 
Adcom GFA-555 fuse stuck
If anything take the fuse holder completely out of once you remove the cover and can access it. Go to a local electronics store e.g.Radio Shack, etc and buy a replacement fuse holder. That is a very standard fuse holder. It is most likely using a ...