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Hello! I've been out of the home theater loop for a while and I'm a little fuzzy on some of the new technology that is out, so I'm in need of a little assistance in picking out a new receiver for the small, budget setup Im putting together. Here's what Ive chosen (tentatively) so far: TV...

Hi everyone, I used to frequent this forum a while back when I was creating my own home theater system, but have since found less and less time to come read about all the new stuff out there. Now, however, my sister has aksed me to put together a home theater system for here in the price range...

Ooooooook.... I've played trumpet for about the last 12 ywars of my life. But now that I'm not able to play with a group anymore, I don;t find it as enjoyable. It's not the type of instrument I find easy to just break out and play... So, I've been trying my hand at guitar. Only problem is...

oooooook.... Tis the time to buy a new digital camera and I figured I'd upgrade from 3 megapixel point and shoot camera to a SLR... After doing some research, I think I've selected the Canon EOS D10 as the lucky winner. The problem I'm having is selecting an appropriate lense... My...

I'm thinking of replacing my JBL Studio Series home theater with some Klipsch Synergy Series (SF-3 and such). Currently, my JBLs are being run by the Yamaha HTR-5260. The receiver has been running the JBLs w/o a problem, but I'm curious to whether getting the Klipsch meant I would need a new...

Oooook, I have a rather difficult history/art question to ask... A few years ago, I read in an art book about a controversial statue that had been built depicted an actual historical event that took place in the town it was erected in. The statue was of 5 or so townspeople contemplating their...

For Sale: 2 - JBL S-38s - Black - perfect condition ($200) 2 - JBL S-36s - Black - minor scuffs on back where it mounts to wall ($180) 1 - JBL S-Center - Black - perfect condition ($100) 2 - Lovan 28" speaker stands - the wide plate, coupled with the sand filled shafts make these...

Hi. I built a sonotube about a year ago and was really pleased with the results. So recently, I got my hands on a car woofer and amp for really cheap and have deccided to try my hand at building a box. I've got a few questions for ya: 1) I can't recall the name of the program I used...

I had been having a "crackle" sound coming from both my S38s, which as I use as my mains, so I emailed JBL to try and find out what the problem was. Here's what they said: I'm sorry to hear of the problem with your speakers. Usually when drivers (meaning woofers, midranges and tweeters) are...

Buddy of mine is having a WEIRD problem. In game, he is getting this problem: http://coecs.ou.edu/Craig.A.Mc-Collum/shot0062.jpg As you can see, blue pixels appear throughout the screen... This problem has happened in and out of game (but mostly in game - Medal of Honor). He's...

Ok, today I noticed a very loud "crackle" coming from my two front main speakers. I currently use the JBL S38 Bookshelf speakers for my mains and the sound (a metallic hum/crackle is the best I can describe it) seemed to be coming from the tweeters. I noticed it while I was watching my Band...

Anyone know if a collecotr's edition of lilo and stitch has been announced? Just want to check before I buy tomorrow... Thanx in advance Mike

I was going through Ebert's top movies of the 90's and HOOP DREAMS was at the top. So, I went to imdb to find out about it and it got me interested. However, it isnt on DVD as of yet. Any plans ya know of? Thanx.

I once saw a bumper sticker that said: "Save a whale, harpoon a fat chick!" I laughed my ass off, then realized how mean it was. Can't help from laughing at it though... Mike

Welp, I'm a sophmore in college right now, attending a community college before transfering to California Lutheran University next semester. Right now, I'm working towards a degree in Criminal Justice so that I can pursue a career in the US Marshalls or FBI. However, recently I've been...

My mom loves this TV program (I hate it!) and she is wondering if it is ever going to come to DVD. Right now, she has just about every episode on tape and she watches them constantly! So, rather than me walking in to grainy picture and muffled audio, will I ever be able to walk in to crystal...

I'm lookin for a documentary DVD that was good picture, sound, and is over all interesting to watch. Thanx Mike

I'm looking for a movie poster of BLACK HAWK DOWN. However, the one I'm looking for I can't find. I can find plenty of the Josh Hartnett one, where he is sitting on the helicopter. I'm looking for the one that was at most movie theaters though, the one that is like a motion blur of a soldier...

I've been looking into building some DIY towers ever since I finished my Sonosub, but the only thing that has stopped me is the crossover. So, how the hell do you build a crossover? Is there some sort of reading material I need to invest in before I attempt this one? Thanks in advance! Mike

Just wondering if their is a newer, better version coming out soon before I buy the current release... Thanx, Mike

I want to test my subwoofer. So, I'm looking for a DVD or CD that has test tones at different frequencies. Maybe someone can help me find what I'm looking for or help me DECIDE what I'm actually looking for. I want to be able to see the curve my sub makes. Thanx Mike

I've heard from someone I know that this 1974 (starrign Charleton Heston movie has monster bass. Is this true? Second question, does the DVD reflect this bass or is it cheezy? Thanx, Mike

It was bound to happen I guess. I've been driving for 3 years now, and for the last year I've been driving from Oxnard,CA(home) to San Luis Obispo,CA to see my g/f (she's a student there). Welp, this last Saturday, on my way home I got a ticket in Solvang on the 101 freeway... (sigh) I was...

I'm interested in getting a book about speakers and/or speaker building. I want to have a book I can turn to for definitions and advice about everything and anything there is to know about speakers and how to build them (I'm talking about building crossovers, testing responses, etc.). Any...

Just wondering. I have an older Carver M500t that I use to power my Sonosub, but it's so old that it doesn't have a remote...so, it requires me to turn it on and off manually (oh how hard it is to have to get up! Who's ever heard! :) ). However, is it bad to just leave it on ALL the time...

I know what it is....but then again I don't. What does it sound like? What should I be listening for to determine whether I have it? Just curious... Thanx Mike

Welp, I finished my Sonosub, and when I went to calibrate it I was having difficulty I never thought I would run into or mind...I do! Right now I have a Yamaha HTR-5460. It's a nice receiver...but, recently I have learned its drawbacks. ( I bought it less than a year ago as my first, but...

My friend and I installed his new tactile transducers he had been building while I worked on my Sonosub. Well, after about 5 minutes of flawless usage (these things are awesome, everyone should have some!), they stopped shaking. After playing with the settings for about 5 minutes, we decided...

I'm looking for an SPL meter (digital) for calibration. I've always borrowed a friends but I think its time for me to get my own. Just let me know where I can get one and for what price. Thanx! Mike

After proclaiming my HATRED for lacquer on a resent thread, I ended up cutting myself a new top plate and continuing the lacquering process on the bottom plate (which already had two layers). So, when I put the third layer on, with my luck of course, a bug decides that it would be a nice place...