warren2828

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Who's the Cadillac of Hi-End Audio?
I find the many comments I read here amusing and overstated. Whatever happened to just enjoying a car for what it offers. I drive a late model Crown Victoria that rides great, handles well, can accomodate my family and has a trunk the size of Rhod... 
Right tuner for the job
Thanks to all who responded to my question. Very much appreciated. Warren. 
Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive?
1. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria with handling / suspension package.2. same car (I have 3 son's to put through college)3. 1963 split rear window Corvette 
Right tuner for the job
A little more info to consider. I live in an area where reception is good. I prefer to purchase a used tuner. I will only use FM band. Don't need AM. Thanks! 
Right tuner for the job
Sure here's some additional info on my current system: tuner will be used with Rotel model 1080 200 watt amp, McIntosh C37 Preamp, Anthem CD-1 Player and McIntosh LS350 speakers. I like nice gear and my son's respect the equipment. At present I ha... 
Need some advice on stereo speakers
yes equalizer can be bypassed 
The best CD Player for the money
Anthem CD-1 if you can find one. 
What am I doing wrong? Can't find right CD player.
What do you all think of Jolida? I heard they offer a CD player with tubes. Thanks 
What am I doing wrong? Can't find right CD player.
thanks for all the responses. I like the term "dynamic" sound. that is what I am trying to get without brightness. 
Please explain what balanced out puts are.
Thanks to all for taking the time to answer my question. 
What preamp goes best with Rotel RB1080 amp?
Unfortunately I'm in a budget so $1,000 is absolute max but lower is better. 
What affects sound quality - preamp or amplifier?
What you're advising makes sense to me. So, what is a quality preamp that (must have) the 5 channel surround stereo effect which will be the primary way it is used. I'm open to suggestions about what a good combo preamp /amp would be in lieu of an... 
What affects sound quality - preamp or amplifier?
My budget unfortunately is quite limited. No more than $1500 max. 
What affects sound quality - preamp or amplifier?
I have McIntosh speakers all around. L350's in front with LS310's in rear. They are rated at 89db and call for a minimum of 100 watts per channel to drive them. 
Need some advice on a good a/v receiver
Thanks to all for the advice.