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I was in my local dealer's place today and they had set up some ABSOLUTELY gorgeous looking speakers made by Monster branded "Elegance". I didn't have the time to listen. Has nyone seen and heard these babies? Anyone know of a competent review of them? They're expensive; I think the front...

Hello Greg: When do you expect to be in Kentucky? And where in Ky.? TIA

I am about to buy a new monitor for my PC. It occurs to me that it may be wise to get a 30" or 32" HDTV, and have it do double work as a PC monitor. Does that make sense? If yes, what kind of input must a TV have to also function as a PC monitor? Any recommendations for a particular brand or...

I have owned both. I needed a pair of speakers for my bedroom set up - pretty much for going to sleep music. I was using Studio 20 for rear surrounds with the 40s up front, in my HT setup. The JBLs sounded quite good when first set up. Sadly, not nearly as good as the Paradigm Studio 20. My...

Well guys - It turns out that the main tuner is bad according to a reputable repair shop. I don't know if I'll get fixed or not. I might just put a VCR in the ;oop for now. Thanks for trying to help.

Well I disconnected everything and then ran a coax cable straight from the wall to the TV. I now get snow. If I hit PIP, the cable broadcast appears in the PIP box, still with a "snowy" picture; if I hit "swap" it moves to video 1 for the PIP source and the picture looks good and clear, but no...

I have an RCA satellite receiver (either the 4280 model or 480 model) with DD output, and a Toshiba TP55F81 television (a 1996 or 97 model) Can anyone tell me how to connect the two so that I can get both satellite and cable signals. I had it "professionally" installed but had to tear it apart...

Hey Bruce. Thanks for the reply. I'll have to check some things to answer some of your excellent questions; I'm just confused because I've tried so many combinations of remote buttons, I'm not sure. Your questions are helpful though, because I think you're on the right track. I THINK the TV may...

I have the an older Toshiba RPTV. I have the TV connected through an RCA satellite receiver (DRD480RE): Coaxial Cable from the wall (no cable box) to the "antenna In" on the satellite receiver; Coaxial cable from the satellite dish to the Satellite receiver "In from Satellite"; Coaxial cable...

Both are good looking sets for sure. You should be able to get a Toshiba HX model for the same price as the Sony or less. If I were going to choose between the Sony and the Tosh HX I would pick the Tosh. If you want more detailed info, check out the forums at Hometheater spot. com

Thanks fellas. Marc - Are you at all disappointed in the Toshiba, or, is it all it's cracked up to be? Also, is the X81 a widescreen or a 4:3 set?

This may be a dumb question - be kind if it is :) I was reading a review of a Mits. WS TV and it included a statement that the 4:3 image on such a set would be quite a bit smaller than it would be on a 55" 4:3 set. Is that true for all 16:9 sets? I do know that the expand or Zoom features can...

Set it the same way you would if you were using the LFE output. Iused a stereophile test CD with 1/3 octave tones and the ratshack meter. For adjustments on the X-30 follow the manual instructions. ------------------

I don't have an opion on the monitor 3's, but I can say that NHT makes excellent speakers throughout their line. When I was auditioning speakers I always likefd the NHT's, and even though I'm now a Paradigm Reference kind of guy, I could never fault anyone for preferring the NHTs. Your ears are...

If you mean a dull "thud" (not real loud, then I can say my servo does the same thing when i flip off the overhead lights which I guess are on the same circuit. It hasn't affected the performance of the sub in over a couple years, so I'd guess it's not a problem. ------------------

I used to have the Paradigm 9se MK 3 which preceded the current Monitor 9's. I loved them. I now own the studio 40's. The 40's are "sweeter. One thing in particular I noticed. In my room, the Monitors had a touch of sibilance on certain recordings. The 40's do not exhibit the sibilance. I also...

Parker - and all who inquire or donate: I just want to express my heartfelt appreciation for putting the links on this page, and for any donations that you fellows/gals may make. I am a native New Yorker, and many of my family members have been NYC policemen. Of course, policemen and...

I use the Studio 20/PW 2200 in my bedroom for music only. The set up is superb. The 20's are capable of playing everything down to my 80 Hz crossover setting with no problem whatever. The 2200 compliments them wonderfully. Based on my listening preferences, and my experience with this setup I...

Just one. It normally comes with the X=30 crossover which does have left + right connections.

The current issue of Perfect Vision Magazine reviews a $1200 Paradigm system that they describe as "stunning". It consistes of Atoms up front, ADP 170's rear CC-170 and PDR 12 subwoofer. I also own Paradigm Reference and am biased in Paradigm's favor. I started out myself with Paradigm Atoms...

How about something like "Integrated Media Solutions"; or "Integrated Media Design" or "Custom Media Creations" Many consumers really value the concept of integration. I believ that is especially true for well heeled folks who don't have the time, inclination or interest in technical or design...

I also bought a Pronto from the same fella that John Smalley did. Next day delivery without a hitch! NIB works perfect. I have had this one transaction with him, and I am very satisfied. ------------------

I own both subs. I use the servo in my main HT/music system with studio 40's for mains and Studio ADPs surround in a room @ 3200 cubic feet. The PW 2200 is mated to a pair of studio 20's for music only in my bedroom which is @ 3000 cu. ft. room.. (The shape of the BR is better accoustically...

I'm using 12 guage wire bought at the shop where I purchased the speakers (Monster I think) for the fronts and 14 guage for the rears. Sounds fine to me.

First - I know NOTHING about the Divas. Second - the Paradigms are worth it definitely. Third - the Paradigm 40s are rear ported and BIG for a bookshelf (i.e. tall and heavy; better be a solid shelf). I have my studio 40s on stands with the rear of the speakers @ 25" from the wall behind them...

Thanks. Do you know if there's a way to determine in advance when a Starz program will be transmitted in 5.1 audio? Even when it is, the DirecTV channel guide just says stereo. Sometimes when you tune to the channel, you'll discover that the program is 5.1. I was trying to find out if there is a...

I just stumbled onto UB-571 on Starz. On my Direct TV channel guide the info said "stereo", but when I tuned to the channel it was in DD 5.1. Is thee a net link where I can find which broadcasts are transmitting DD 5.1? It's really annoying that the channel guide doesn't tell (it does on the PPV...

Ron you are going to have some fun{:-)) and probably a little frustration at first. As others have recommended - check out remotecentral.com and take your time. You can make this baby elegant in operation, or utilitarian basic depending on your time and interest. Once you get familiar with the...