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No Audiophiles in Hollywood
Jennifer Garner's Hockey Playing boyfriend has a 'hifi setup' in 13 going on 30 (girlfriend dragged me to it) any idea what the speakers are? 
QUAD 21L Advice &
I have the 21Ls I find that they need a LOT of room to breathe. 40 inches plus off the backwall if possible, its not with my current living room layout (sigh) so they are only 32 inches off the back wall.I couldn't afford a subwoofer and my system... 
No Audiophiles in Hollywood
Just watched Garden State (fantastic movie) not sure what Equipment Natalie Portman is running in her room but tons of Vinyl laying and she even gets some going as well. 
No Audiophiles in Hollywood
In the Italian Job, recent remake, with Seth Green & co, he has a rather nice setup right at the very end of the movie, even if what he spews regarding stereos after they complete the heist is utter nonsense. I think his setup has Martin Logan... 
Advice.. Integrated vs Seperates - Low Budget..
Thanks for the input all.My system is composed of: Quad 21L SpeakersNAD C350 Integrated (To be Replaced)FT Audio LW1S2 Passive Pre-AmpSpeaker Wire: NearSota - OTA Wire - Bi-WiredInterconnects: Kimber 4 Strand Copper OEM (Similar to KS-1011)Source:... 
Which Quad's
I own the Quad 21Ls. I would not call them "pronounced" I would call them non-forgiving. If you feed them a bright etchy source, that's how they will sound. Not saying that's the case with your Rotels, but that certainly was the case with my setup... 
QUAD or Arcam ?
Just a quick comment regarding Quads & Amplification. I have Quad 21Ls myself and will be powering them with an Monarchy SM-70 within the next few months, moving away from a NAD C350.Regarding SOURCES and the Quad becomes a bit more interestin... 
Looking for a speaker under $1000. used.
Quad 11L/12L/21L/22L, any Epos. 
Remote Preamp $1000 Used
I own the FT Audio as well and they do have a remote option now as well. It is a fantastic line stage.$550 US for the Pre-Amp$199 US for the Remotewww.ftaudio.comThe remote interface box runs off a battery - so that it can't contaminate the signal... 
Got my very first system. What's my next move?
http://www.skylanstands.com/ Very good quality stands at a reasonable price. Very sturdy great sound quality I have spikes under mine although rollers are an option and are very convenient as well.Enjoy the system - it truly is a wonderful gift yo... 
Amps for Quad 12L
I really suspect the Plinius will sound good.Monarchy Audio works well, so does Sophia Electric. I've heard good things about Tripath digital based amplifiers as well such as Bel Canto's amps & PS Audio's HCA2. 
Quad 21L vs. Epos m15
I'm glad to hear it. I was trying to be diplomatic in regards to my Epos M15 vs Quad 21L experience many people don't take you seriously if you praise your speakers as if they were the second coming of Christ. I'm glad you enjoyed them - I've hear... 
$2500 amp and pre/pro
Your could go with Outlaw's Pre-Pro the 950http://www.outlawaudio.com/products/950.html for $799. It is a rebranded Sherbourn. and match with their equally well regarded Amplifier the 755 for 1299. http://www.outlawaudio.com/products/755.html. 
Nad new C352CT
Here are some "facts" to refute James Lipiskihttp://www.nadelectronics.com/reviews/C352-0404_framset.htm" Of the changes made the most important are improvements to the DC servo circuit, which succeed in tightening up the bass response. We critici... 
Monitor Audio Gold 10's or Quad 12L
Quad Owner posting. (21Ls) 1 I have not heard the Monitor Audio but I want to echo what the mmajor2@uic.edu has written. I have heard the 12Ls and the 11Ls as well.The Quad's are very very sensitive to upstream equipment. If there is a bright comp...