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Mixing Tenor hybrid with SS multichannel for HT ?
you guys are great ! yeah, the 99 volume scares me (a disaster waiting to happen) ... how much does a Jena switch box go for ? are there other high-quality switchers that are cheaper than Jena that are unlikely to degrade the output ? 
Mixing Tenor hybrid with SS multichannel for HT ?
Mike thanks for your very helpful suggestions. As I don't have any equipment now (the reno probably has almost 2 months to go), If I went with the DCC2, it doesn't appear to have a HT pass-through input or unity gain input. Is that correct ? I won... 
Mixing Tenor hybrid with SS multichannel for HT ?
Thanks for the responses so far ...I should add (stupid as it may sound), that for now I will be putting in a DLP front projector and retractable screen in the room and running the movie sound track as 2 channel (I am not into adventure movies, as... 
Pass labs X600
I don't think weight is everything ... my old Pioneer SX1280 receiver weighed a "ton". Maybe I should bring it back up from the basement ?But seriously, getting recommendations for a good SS amp in this price range may be difficult. You will excit... 
Going to take the plunge on JM Lab Micro Utopia Be
If you're interested in solid state, consider Simaudio W-5 and Rowland for the Micros. 
Wilson WP7 vs JM Lab Alto BE vs Avalon Eidolon
Downunder,Your perceptions of the Alto's and WP7 are very similar to my auditioning experience. I am still struggling to make a decision on speakers/electronics. Like you, I listen to primarily alternative rock/rock, plus alt.country (e.g. Ryan Ad... 
Do I need separate Hydra's for amp vs. source
Thank you. That is very "sound" advice.Lawrence 
Which 3K CDP: Simaudio Nova, Ayre CX-7 Wadia 302
Sammie,Thanks for your suggestion ... the short answer is I have not made a decision on my CDP yet (or the associated equipment) ... the long answer is that our home renovations have started later than expected ... initially we thought we would st... 
realworld experience: Kharma subwoofer + 3.2 CRM
Tim isn't the first person who has told me about problems with the midrange ceramique drivers. I have heard this may be especially true with the 3.x series speakers, where the 7" driver is also the bass driver.On the other hand, last month I was t... 
realworld experience: Kharma subwoofer + 3.2 CRM
Tim,Do they really break that often ??? Are both the 7" and the 4.5" prone to this ? How much is a new midrange driver ? 
Are There Any Inherent Advantages to Class A amps?
Don't forget the oil savings in the winter, as you can turn down your thermostat a few notches :) 
How often to Audiophiles upgrade their equipment?
How often do audiophiles 'upgrade' their spouses ? 
Sim Ad\udio Equinox
check this out:http://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter/149/simaudio_moon_equinox.html 
EMM Labs CDSD / DCC2 - Initial Listening Session
Meanwhile ... Paging Hifinut:I would love to hear whether your opinion of the DCC2 has changed any? Did you switch over to the supplied optical cable and if so, are you still underwhelmed relative to the AA Capitole ? 
realworld experience: Kharma subwoofer + 3.2 CRM
some interesting and varied responses ...first, it doesn't seem that anyone has any personal experience beyond hearing it at the show ... is there anyone who actually owns the combo who would care to add anything ?second, Exquisites Midi's or 1D's...