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universal remote for hdtv home theater
I use a Marantz RC1400 retails for around 150.00 It is a hard button remote. Although not perfect, it does most of what ever a HT system would require. It can be programmed with either pre-set code or learn from existing remotes.Also the function ... 
Ayre C 5xe Universal vs. Cary 306 SACD
I haven't done a comparision in the same system but have listened to both. The Cary thru McIntosh Pre-amp and amp with JM electra speakers. The Ayre through Ayre Pre amp and amp with Linn Akurate Speakers. I had a Linn Ikemi which I just sold and ... 
musical drummers...who are they ???
Second on Bozio, his performance with Zappa on Little Snakes really exhibits his range. Let's not forget Ginger Baker, Nick Mason, Pic Withers, Erik Montzka, to name a few more. 
Velo DD-12 connections for 2ch/HT system
I own the DD12 myself but I am using the MX135 which allows me to use only one connection to the DD12. If I read your question correctly I understand you basically have two systems in which you wish to incorporate the single sub. If you only have ... 
Which speakers for mcintosh mc352
I have a 352 and am using the Revel Performa F32's and they work very well together. List is 4000.00 ususally good for 10-15% discount. 
What is an Audiophile?
Someone who loves music and is willing to spend as much as he can, or more than he can, afford to extract it from and media. 
Moody Blues on SACD Finally
What! no Seventh Sojourn? Oh well I will take what I can get, hopefully they will complete the catalog and also do the Blue Jays. Should be good. 
PSB T65, B&W 604 S3 or Revel Concerta F12?
David, you may remember me from the Audio Magic cables I bought. I have heard the Revel Concertas and own the Performas and I can tell you that Concertas a great value.They have much of the same characteristics of the Performas. I was actually dis... 
Air space for McIntosh MC-275
I would say monitor the shelf above and see if it is getting too hot. If not you probably have adequate ventilation.My MC352 is in a smaller space than recommended and it never gets too hot to touch. 
Best DVD Player for Under $500
I know where you can buy a Denon DVD2900 new for 550.00, it has received nuberous positive reveiws and acclaim from the AV mags. And does SACD/DVD-A etc.e-mail me if your interested. It as dealer freind of mine. 
Is Lisa Marie Presley a singer?
She has recorded some CD's and made some videos and was once married to MJ, but is she a singer? Well her dad wasand maybe her mom sang in the shower and if Prisilla didn't sound good she would have looked good trying to sing, but is Lisa Marie a ... 
cd players with volume control
The Linn Genki has a volume control and now the McIntosh SACD/CD player does as well. Not sure what else does. 
Linn Silver Interconnects
I tried a pair of the silver Linns but they didn't do what I wanted them to. The dealer sattes that the "silver" is a level in the product line and that they don't contain silver. I found them bright and question whether or not they have silver in... 
Noob question - Stereophile "Class" rating
It is funny the dealers always tell you that the ratings are meaningless unless they sell the product then you get the "Also this unit was highly recommended in Stereophile" 
Is SACD dead?
It seems to one or two breaths left in it. I have noticed that Mobile Fidelity has either cut down or discontinued new releases.