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What's up with Harmon Kardon receiver line?
I just bought the HK avr 254 and love it. I researched all the brands mentioned here and dont regret my choice. I heard the Denons were a pain in the ass to set up and their remotes stunk. I just didnt like the look of the Yamaha with all the yell... 
Avr set up question
thanks fellas. So I would just have to run a digital audio out of the dvd into the avr for my surround? 
Avr set up question
thanks fellas 
Rega P25-best upgrade
Agree Mingles, its just worth noting that the original poster never even said what arm he IS using (assume a P6?). Also,as you noted , it would be good to make a specific recommendation, not just an all encompassing "change the arm " 
Rega P25-best upgrade
I bet it's one he sells... 
Denon AVR-2808CI or Onkyo TX-SR805?
Go to shoponkyo.com. You can get a refurbed 805 for $549. 
Blue-ray player with good 2ch sound?
.I just got the new Oppo 981,and while it wont do Blue Ray, it is outstanding with DVD. Also plays SACd, HDCD,and pretty much anything but BR. Steal for the $. Oppodigital.com 
'they blew'em off the stage'
Steve Earle opened for Bob Dylan. No contest... 
Mogami balanced cables .... or another brand?
For Mogami, Canare: Markertek.com 
Longest continuous playing songs
Inagadadavida :) 
McCormack DNA-1 vs. DNA-125
I owned a DNA 1 for years and was very happy with it, but when I upgraded to the DNA 225 the difference was not subtle.While the DNA 1 is still a great amp for the $, the 225 ( and I would assume the 125 ) is far superior, especially in the lower ... 
looking for the best music CDR's
Markertek.com is showing a spindle of 100 Taiyo yuden for $42. Great company to deal with too by the way. Type "CDR " in the search box.. 
Live infectious funk jams....quality recordings
The Neville Brothers, " Live From Planet Earth" 
Direct wiring to the wall AC wires?
Dont know what it might do for the sound, but it sure wouldnt pass code any where I'd care to live! Not a good idea if you have small children either... 
Which 6SN7's for Rogue 99 Pre
I tried the Electro Harmonix ( bought from Upscale) in my 99 Magnum and they were micro phonic as hell. Nothing I tried would quiet them down. I bought new ones from Mark o Brien and they are fine. I honestly dont remember what brand they are thou...