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Hey all, I'm considering getting a new 27-inch monitor as a "second" set. I'm not looking to spend a fortune, but here's the debate: I'd like to get one of Samsung or Zenith's ED (in the case of the one Samsung - 2745) or HD monitors. However, I hear plenty of debate on whether or not...

Space Station is probably the best 3-D IMAX (or 3D anything) film I've seen, because instead of using the 3-D format to toss things towards the audience, it instead almost entirely uses it to give the images a far greater sense of depth. Those who've seen the unbelievable opening sequence of...

This reminds me of that Simpsons episode where Homer goes back in time and steps on a bug, resulting in changes in the future. Only it's the present. Or is it the past, and smooshing that bug you saw caused changes in the future? lol. :D

Anyone still considering going to one of the local sales should skip it. I just got back from the local store that was going out of business and there was hardly anything left. A couple of older model HK receivers were there, the previously mentioned Pioneer and a Sony or two. Some odds & ends...

I was browsing through hotwired.com after seeing all of the ads, since I'm considering another trip to NYC in the Spring or maybe Fall (went last October - travelled there on Amtrak, no less - LOVED it - great time of year to be there) So I'm looking through this site and it's allowing me to...

I'd go with the Panasonics, but you can get a refurbed SAHE200 from jandr.com for $199.

I wandered into a large local CompUSA recently after not having been there in a while and was rather shocked to see that 1/3rd of the store suddenly turned into something resembling Circuit City (not a knock against CC, I like CC). The HSU stuff sounded pretty good, as did the Wharfedale stuff I...

I think there's a huge difference between 10bit/54mhz and 13-bit/108mhz of my Philips 963, to answer the question earlier in the thread.

I have Wharfedale WH-2 bipoles as surrounds, and have found them to be quite enjoyable speakers.

I had the Onkyo speakers for a while in a second system and have since upgraded. I'll start off by saying that, for the price, these are certainly good. The Onkyo speakers are considerably larger than most HTIB speakers, and generally have good build quality. However, while they put forth...

Another recommendation here for the s38IIs; while big, they are excellent speakers and can be had for a fraction of their original $599 retail - most online stores have them for $235-250. They are discontinued, so they will be gone soon.

Personally, I've had downward and front firing and I prefer downward. In my small listening space, the downward firing seems to provide a wider dispersion and be less "noticable" or "speaker-specific". But that's just me.

I have a JBL S-Center and find it to be a remarkable speaker. However, it's pretty much impossible to find right now outside of Ebay, given that the speaker is discontinued.

Philips 963 has DCDI (as well as a host of other things, including a 13-bit/108-mhz video DAC, NSV and something called Match Line). It is, however, one of those kinds of things where mine works fine, yet a lot of other people have had a lot of problems with it (I have had some issues with the...

I'd recommend saving up for something more advanced, but I've also heard good things about the Toshiba system from an aunt and uncle who just purchased it. Personally, I have no experience with it. The Yamaha and Kenwood HTIB systems in that price range have also gotten fairly good reviews.

HTIB speaker wire is awful. Even the somewhat pricey Onkyo sets come with impressively thin wire. Definitely, definitely replace it with something better from Home Depot.

Onkyo's HTIB sets have their pros and cons, but, for the cost, they are quite good. Their 6.1 HTIB is $500.

The Philips 963 has Faroudja, 13-bit/108 mhz video DAC, DCDI, NSV and something called Match Line. It also remembers where you left off in the film if you turn off the player. However, it is a quirky player that can occasionally mis-read a DVD when it first loads (video, no audio - turn it...

Shipping is $4 for 1-3, $5 for 4-6 and $6 if you take all. Send email to [email protected] Paypal.com is the only form of payment accepted. SACDS: $12.50 each. Shania Twain - Up Aerosmith: Toys in the Attic Big Brother and the Holding Company (Janis Joplin) DVD-Audio - $7 each -...

Today I picked up a Canon I560 printer, along with some of Canon's Photo Paper Pro 4x6 paper (pretty cheap - 7.94 for a pack of 50). I have a Canon ELPH S230 3.2MP digital camera that I've been using. Occasionally, I've taken pictures to be printed at the kiosks at Walgreens, which print...

I think you'll have to search Ebay - I believe I saw someone selling quite a few on there. I've been trying to locate another S-Center II myself for other people (I got one from onecall) w/no luck. Onecall.com ran out last week or week 1/2 ago. Definitely worth searching out though, as not...

Same situation; I have a downward firing subwoofer that helps somewhat. Maybe you could move a shelving unit or other furniture against the wall between apartments to try and cushion some of the bass

Huh. I was going to suggest jandr.com for the Philips, but they're out. Onecall.com is taking "pre orders" for it. The player has always seemed to be in limited supply, but right now it seems like no one has it, which is too bad.

Fluance or Onkyo systems would work (fluance available on their website, Onkyo at Circuit City or refurbished on Onkyo's website, shoponkyo.com). Infinity and JBL (although the JBL sets may be discontinued now) also offer affordable sets.

I upgraded to the Philips 963SA (desired a format switch, as well, from the JVC's DVD-A to the Phillips' SACD, but that's another matter) from the JVC. While the 723 offered a fine picture, the difference between the 723 and the 963 in non-progressive (I have a Panasonic TV that's a couple of...

I'll second the all JBL S38II recommendation, although you need a rather large room, given their size.

All SACD players require analog hookup for SACD playback. The Philips 963SA is a good SACD player that can be found for around $350.

If you're seeking inexpensive speakers for back surrounds, I'd recommend Wharfedale WH-2 bipoles. They're available at bestbuy.com or amazon.com for $99 a pair.

I've never heard the N-Center, but I'm thrilled w/my new S-center, as well as the JBL S38IIs. You can still find S38IIs around, but S-Centers seem to be vanishing. Both are discontinued - onecall.com appears to have no more S-Centers, although jandr.com might.

Haven't had experience with these speakers, but given your budget (kinda tough to get in the budget, given the in-walls), I found: http://ww3.onecall.com/PID_19020.htm NHT in-walls ($200) http://ww3.onecall.com/PID_20803.htm Infinity Entra Center 2 ($141)...