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Connecting Cable Box to Preamp
Are you sure that your cable box doesn't have analog (rca) outputs as well? If not, probably the best way to go would be to get a DAC that has an optical input. 
Speaker balance control
That definitely sounds like a room issue. Is the layout of the room the same by each speaker? For example, the right speaker may be near a corner and the left speaker is by a part of the room that opens up into a hallway. If that's the case, the i... 
Nordost Corporation v. Kristensen
Sorry for not taking the thread seriously. I called Nordost and asked them what the legal dispute was over and they told me it was none of my business and hung up. 
Have you found reliable online used vinyl vendors?
"04-26-14: EbmBetter records has rip off prices!!!!!!"Enough. Lets have it already. You either own a record store or you know a place that no one has yet mentioned. 
Fast forward 25 years, what will audio be like?
"04-25-14: JomanEntry level system 1.5 million dollars"If Schubert is right, and he usually is, we won't be using dollars anymore. 
Verity vs B&W
"04-25-14: Audioquest4lifeI am not sure you will get an accurate response to your question since their are many varying opinions. For example, this statement "but the tweeter's usually wear you down over time; diamond or aluminum (Zd542, 2014)", i... 
KAV-250p For KSA-250
It will probably sound better. I've always thought Krell preamps were a little underrated, but the KBL is old. The KAV, I feel, is a bit more modern sounding. If you like the Krell sound, I think you'll be happy. Not to get off topic, but if you l... 
Nordost Corporation v. Kristensen
Roxy54,Thanks. Your response was helpful as well. 
Nordost Corporation v. Kristensen
A legal dispute. 
Revel or Aerial
Most dealers will have no problem with you bringing your speakers into the store. If you can do that it will make your search much easier. 
Revel or Aerial
I was under the impression that the M51 was on the way. If that's the case, by all means, give it a chance. If you haven't bought one yet, I agree with Ejlif's post. The importance of a good preamp can't be overstated. 
Verity vs B&W
B&W's usually sound good when you first hear them, but the tweeter's usually wear you down over time; diamond or aluminum. Not every one feels that way, but if you can't get a really good, long demo, just to be sure, I would pass. Do you like ... 
Bookshelf recommandation for 12x23 room
I suggest you listen to the speakers and see how they sound, as opposed to going with some sound test. With a little work, you can probably keep the speakers you like. If you go with the sound test, I don't see you getting good sound with any spea... 
Fast forward 25 years, what will audio be like?
The entire Library of Congress will be compressed on to a little chip that sounds horrible and no one will care because its digital. 
Replacing Shindo screw type amp binding posts?
If it were mine, I would stay with the barrier strip. I know a lot of people don't care for them, but they are very good. They work very well with spade connectors. Not only that, Shindo isn't exactly budget gear. I can't see them using inferior p...