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looking at a Pre-Pro Anthem D2 vrs B&K REF 70
My Cd player is an Audio Aero CapitoleI use the slim devices Transporter to access my music library and streaming audio over the internet...the D2 has a fantastic DAC for the especially high-end signalsI have twin McIntosh 2102 amps feeding Kef 20... 
looking at a Pre-Pro Anthem D2 vrs B&K REF 70
I am another very happy D2 owner. 
Need a little helpful advice
If you are buying new I suggest get HDMI. This will be less limiting as you upgrade in the future.Used, of course is another issue as you are enjoying the savings, or getting more for the same money. There is some great stuff available as people m... 
Projectors and Screens
Check out some of the threads on avsforum.comThey have threads on screens and just about everything else video. 
Tweaks when building a listening room?
The flexible conduit mentioned above is a must. You always want the chance to pull wires. also, run an empty conduit with a string inside. you will be amazed how soon you will be using it.On the walls, I would use two layers of sheetrock, but of d... 
rca plugs - comparisons?
I like plugs that I can tighten for maximum contact. One should on occasion remove the cables to service that contacts to remove any oxidation, etc. This might be the best thing you can do, and it is free. 
Audio Aero Prima - not responding
Try both turning it off and pull the AC cord. Let it sit for a few days. You would normally contact Globe and they like to direct you the their authorized repair people. I still use a fellow in Texas who is really good, but it seems he is no longe... 
Internet radio stations that sound really good
From the above suggestions I followed the Favorites already programmed into my squeezebox and found Radio Paradise...I simply hit 'play' and yes, this is a really fantastic station. Also, it just dethroned my local station that only comes at 48K.R... 
Audio Aero Prima CDP
Yeah, try powering it down for a day. 
Blue Ray Quality with a 1080i / 720p HDTV?
The answer is, yes. My screen is 720P and nothing looks as good as Blu Ray. upconverted DVDs might be nice but it does not beat Blu Ray.Think os it this way.Would you rather be upconverting from stnadard DVD 480P to 720P or downconverting from 108... 
What are CDplayers out there with accessible DAC ?
Audio Aero Prima. 
who makes a decent center channel speaker?
Interesting thread. I do think that with an A/V system like the Anthem D2 it is easy to get past the urge to stick with the same manufacturer. 
The Next Upgrade is What?
go to www.fatwyre.comThey have a cable lending library (not advertised...you gotta call them) and do some fun trials.UJ 
Should an audio system be left on at all times?
Aw shucks--where is Sean when we need him....? 
Can I simultaneous use of RCA/XLR-outputs?
It is usually not so much that you can use RCA/XLR outputs as it is an issue when you try to switch between RCA/XLR inputs on something like an amp--using one from one source and the other from another source and doing the switching at the amp. Th...