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What am I hearing from this amp?
I would say that when you don't hear the "hiss" from the receiver and hear it from the receiver/amp combo it is just the added amplification. The hiss probably present in the receiver but not noticable until the amp amplifies it.Also it may be a R... 
New Led Zeppelin
Any word if these re-masters will make to vinyl? And is theCD done is Hybrid? 
Anyone still excited about HDCD ?
So far I have not found a redbook/SACD player the used the Pacific Microsonics Chip, therefore not supporting HDCD, I am thinking that the manufactures have written off any chance of new releases with HDCD. So the HDCD will die and the excisting t... 
Denon DVD2900 Vs Marantz Dv8400.
Izsakmixer, just curious if you have had any chance to compare the DV8300 and the DV8400. If so is the 8400 better at SACD. I have the 8300 and am considering trading up, if the returns are there. 
Question on 2 channel vs 5 channel amps ?
I can only speak from a similar experience. I had been using a Mcintosh MC7205 5 channel amp and decided to get a Mcintosh MC352 2 channel amp for the front. This resulted in a much improved sound but the 352 added a 150 watt advantage. But the 72... 
DVD Picture Problem -- Please Help
I would take it back to the dealer and hook it up to one of their sets and go from there 
McIntosh and Thiels
You don't mention any other source component delivering these sound characteristics. Is it just the CD, if so maybe you should try a more nuetral interconnect. I have a Mc MX134 and MC352 and MC7205 and I have really a very fine detailed sound wit... 
Linn OEM Power Cables
Getting Linn or any manufacturer to openly admit that they provide anything less than optimum would be impossible. I have an Ikemi and have added the Cardas QuadLink and am very happy. For a power am I would look at the Harmonic Technolgy ProACII. 
Mail Boxes Etc. now to be called the UPS Store
Isn't UPS and acronym for Unusually Poor Service? I have had very good luck with FedEx and they set you up as an account at no charge and supply you with lables,envelopes,boxes etc at no charge. Their tracking system is superior and when you call ... 
rega rb300 wire
This is agood time to upgrade to the INCOGNITO cable available through Lauerman Imports or Music Direct found at amusicdirect.com.I added it to my RB600 and big difference also you get a seperate ground lead that helps in RFI and EMI elimination e... 
Whats the best used tuner for under 1000
Spend less than that about 650 and get a Marantz St17very good tuner dual antenna input, digital , flywheel tuning nice small package. I ahd one and traded it in on a McIntosh M85 and it was not worth the extra money. 
Mcintosh mc 352 or 602 overkill?
I think the 352 brings more power to the table than the 100's need but I love mine. The 352 is a great amp. I see them here on AudioGon all the time for 3000 plus/minus. That is a terrific buy since new @4500. I also have a 7205 that I am only usi... 
Sound loss/ windows?
I wouldn't worry as stated in previous answers above. I recommend the pleated shades in lieu of the drapes for acoustic absorbsion. I have them and they work great. 
Where does one place AQ sorbogel feet?
My experience with htese has been only favorable. I have 4 placed under my turntable and 4 under my CDp. I use them with the flat side up and use the teflon pucks that come with them between the rounded end and the surface beneath.I have never tri... 
ikemi or cd23?
I have to admit that my Ikemi is the best I ahve heard and I think even when Linn produces a SACD player I will probably keep it unless the new player sounds as good on redbook. The one thI like is the ability to dis-engage the digital output from...