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Rogue Cronus Magnum & AKG K702's
Donjr....I wasn't trying to be condescending in my post.It just seems like lots of folks jump into things before doing a little research, I have done it on occasion(and got slammed for it!!!!!).I can understand the "post purchase anxiety" comment,... 
step up from rotel?
Scott,what other equipment will you be using,speakers,pre,source,etc.?This info really helps.Here is a real simple explaination of ICE amplification.You can find out more by searching the web.9. What Are “ICE” Amplifiers?The Ice Power division of ... 
Rogue Cronus Magnum & AKG K702's
Wow,I would have researched this before ordering them.Just a thought.Good luck. 
The Best Cable??
"Best" is always in the eye/ear of the beholder. 
step up from rotel?
Some more info on your system,room,budget,etc. will get better responses.Just a thought. 
Tube amplifier for Royd RR3?
What amplifier?At 83db sensitivity it could be a hard load,especially if the impedence curve drops pretty low.Just a thought. 
Getting FM from my speakers without a receiver???
Aliens,have infiltrated your stereo.Seriously though,check out some of the threads here on RFI.Lots of good suggestions to minimize or get rid of the problem.Good luck.BTW,are the aliens green or silver!!!!! 
Cable Synergy???
Question #3...Does your system sound good to you in it's current configuration? If the answer is yes,don't worry about it.It sounds like you have done a lot to get where you are now.If you just want to keep trying/buying cables by all means,do so.... 
Want to Blow Up My Stereo
Don't let Homeland Security hear of you wanting to blow something up.You'll find yourself in a dark interrogation room on a remote island somewhere. 
Speaker placement for the rear HT
Put them where they sound best to you,after all,you will be the one listening to them.Just a thought. 
Amp upgrade suggestions for a $2K budget
If at all possible,give a listen to the Rogue Audio tubed integrateds.I have the TempestII Magnum and absolutely love the sound.I have also heard the Cronus Magnum and it was very nice sounding.Either can be bought used below your budget.You can p... 
How to protect the wood finish of speakers.
curtains on windows work pretty good 
Advice on sub-$500.00 cd player.
NAD C515BEE $299.00 new,free shipping from several online sources.I used one while searching for a higher end product and it sounded just fine the few months I owned it.Rave reviews in all the mags if that means anything to you.I'm setting up a sm... 
When will rap music be less mainstream?
I don't think very many people on this forum gives a rats ass about rap.I could be wrong,have been before. 
Need help/advice on choosing a new CDP
Cary CDP-1 works fantastic in my system.I can't say that it will work for you,only you can make that determination.It would be worth a try,if you don't like it, you will get most/all of your money back on resell.There are 3 of them for sell in the...