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Paradigm Ref 20 Vr 3 Versus Vienna Hayden ?
I have heard both and the VA's are well above the S-20's. Paradigm does a lot right but VA is just more detailed and less "speaker present" that the Paradigm. Also the Haydens have a much more beautiful cabinet. If you like the Haydens you will be... 
Solar Flares keep coming
I felt it enhanced detail and broadend the soundstage by adding more bass. I did notice it also got dark around 6PM again 
Not happy with Krell SACD
You may try experimenting with cables. I would not use any silver cables try to find a neutral sound. I am not a krell fan but for what you paid it should satisfy. What is the rest of the system? 
I am considering the purchase of a Marantz DV8400
I have a DV-8300 and had thought about upgrading to the 8400 but now thnat Denon has joined the game I really want to take a close look at the DV2900 and the Dv5900. I believe the video section on the Denons will be better. That is one area I feel... 
Gordon Lightfoot Tribute
Gee keep us informed on his illness. I recently bought his DVD and he looked a little bit under the weather there but I wrote it off to age. His music is timeless, one of the great storytellers to emerge in our time. Another canadian that I place ... 
Incognito rewire problem
You don't mention is the hum isolated to one channel or both? If both double check your cartridge connections make sure they are not crossed. Also check the path the cables run in. I have a RB600 with Incognito and i noticed that the cables don't ... 
DVD player Denon 3800 or ????
At 1000 buy the NEW DVD2900 from Denon actually I saw one listed here at 750.00 they aslo have a DVD2200 at about 600and they play all discs. 
Subwoofers?
Gunbei, I have listened to it breifly yesterday, the dealer was too busy for a complete demo. But I am enticed.take a look at it on the Velodyne website. It is the Digital Drive system. Very flexable in setup and precise with a microphone and vide... 
DVD/CD/SACD player advice needed
I would look at the new Denon line starting in around 600for the 2200 the 2900 at a 1000 and the new 5900 at 2000or you may also look at the Pioneer Elite (i believe) the 545 at 500 or the 47ai at 1000. Yes by all means get one that does cd/dvd-v/... 
Subwoofers?
Gunbei, I am running the sub only through the X30, the speakers are direct from pre/pro to amp. I have looked at the new Digital Velodyne system but am waiting to get a proper demo. They claim it is the "everything" sub if you get a chance look at... 
Subwoofers?
jdombrow, did you purchase a sub yet??????? 
Subwoofers?
Plato thanks for the advise I have tried numberous adjustments to the X30 furnished with the servo. I am really limited on sub location, I could rotate it if you feel that may be beneficial. Have you ever tried another crossover? I have listened t... 
Classic McIntosh sound?
As a Mc owner I can only say that the "classic mcintosh sound" is a warmer, detailed and accurate sound. There are better products "sonically" but none better dependability and build than a mcintosh. look on the mcintoshlabs.com website for review... 
New to vinyl, which turntable, etc?
the music hall tables are ok but have many limitations for down the road upgrading. I would start with a P3 and cheap cartridge or P2 and cheap cartridge and you you grow to appreciate the sonic reality that only vinyl can deliver. The upgrade the... 
Infinity Kappa 9's Tweaks?
I have a pair of Kappa 7's and have had for years. I always ahd the issue of the "screaming at me" and although the emits are accurite and quick they can as you say fatigue you. First off Kappas love power. I started out with a Yamaha M85 Amp with...