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  1. Frances_H

    The official BLADE RUNNER SE thread. (Check out page 8 and #790.)

    well, I've been waiting for this forever. I have the LD version and longing to watch it the DVD version, and have waited for the (supposedly) best version. So, today I went to BB to just get whatever version they have on display. Well, what you know, they said they had stop carrying it in store...
  2. Frances_H

    4 ohm stable reciever

    Rotel RSX-1065 (discon but you can still find them around audiogon), or its replacement, RSX-1067 (7.1)
  3. Frances_H

    Polk LSi 25's - What Next? Recommendations needed!

    If I were you, I would check out Sonus Faber Grand Piano (Tweeter and Magnolia/BB carry 'em) One thing that could be your next bottleneck of performance would be your Integra. This is by no means a knock of your gears, rather, a recommendation of what can be next on your list. I have an all...
  4. Frances_H

    REL and Velodyne DD

    thanks, guys! I supposed it is time head out to Tweet...
  5. Frances_H

    B&K 507 users thread

    very loud! ;) sorry, can't resist, but here is a suggestion: go to www.bkcomp.com and download 507 manual. I don't want to misspoke since I don't have 507. But on the Ref50, when I calibrated the system, I remember the individual channels volume can be adjusted independently, and it can be...
  6. Frances_H

    B&K 507 users thread

    yes, it does. I have Ref 50 S2 (traded up from Ref 50) and it has DPLIIx.
  7. Frances_H

    REL and Velodyne DD

    ok, since my question doesn't seem to get the responses that I hope to hear, let me rephrase it, to the owners of Velodyne DD 12/15: for critical music listening (including Hirez), have you been able to speak of its sonic qualities (positive/negative/indifference) compared to your previous subs...
  8. Frances_H

    REL and Velodyne DD

    well, that's the part that I am hoping someone might be able to chime in. I cross-overed the Rel at 60Hz right now, the intention for the Velo would be to set it up identically, assuming that it can be set-up as such. Would a Velodyne DD share similar traits with the Rel? in terms of bass...
  9. Frances_H

    REL and Velodyne DD

    Guys, I am in the process of getting another sub for main system, to replace a REL Storm III which will be moved into my two channels system. I really love how the Storm blends in with the rest of my system, and I would have gone with another REL if Sumiko had not discontinued to carry the ST...
  10. Frances_H

    wanted to buy (rotel or b&k )surround receiver

    I have it for 1.5 years, bought it new from a local authorized dealer, looks new (no scratch at all), I upgraded to B&K Ref 50 about a year ago, and it has been used for my 2 channels system. I have also upgraded firmware to the latest. Please check specs at rotel.com I am looking at $1400, paid...
  11. Frances_H

    wanted to buy (rotel or b&k )surround receiver

    I have a Rotel RSX-1065 available...are you seriously interested?
  12. Frances_H

    B&K AVR507 or Ref 50 & 125.7?

    yes, but most Denon receivers are rated 6-16 ohms load, not *exactly* designed to run 4 ohms load....FWIW
  13. Frances_H

    B&K AVR507 or Ref 50 & 125.7?

    yeah, missed the x...
  14. Frances_H

    B&K AVR507 or Ref 50 & 125.7?

    I hear you, but those features will eventually available to most processors of the future, in my opinion. I am waiting for DPL II update on the ref50, and as is, it has actually very flexible (i.e. advance tweaks) for anyone to go crazy on. I used to own Denon 2803, and I went with sonic quality...
  15. Frances_H

    B&K AVR507 or Ref 50 & 125.7?

    I ran into the same decision point last year when I upgraded my system. I went with Ref50 and 125.7 for the above reason. I also believe that, it minimizes electronic noise interference, by having the amplification in a separate box, separated from the FM noise generated by the tuner. In my...
  16. Frances_H

    WTB: CD player (indifferent as to make)

    Jonathan, I have a Sony XA3ES that I have no use, comes with remote and no blemishes. It has been sitting idle for a few months. I bought new from GG in 1996 for $700 and willing to let it go for $250. I have manual and box, without the foam. Let me know if this within your budget..thanks
  17. Frances_H

    AVR or Seperates

    Bill, checkout club polk for insights into denon and LSis, specifically the 380X series..
  18. Frances_H

    AVR or Seperates

    Bill, congrats on the new polk LSis, awesome speakers... Here are the list of AVR that has been proven to work well with LSis: B&K 307/507 Rotel 1055/1065 Outlaw Parasound Higher series Denon 4XXX/5XXX Is your budget fixed? If so, I would suggest high quality used gears...
  19. Frances_H

    I Need a CD Player

    I have a Sony XA3ES that I am selling to fund an upgrade to a different CDP. Unfortunately, I am in no need for DVD. I am selling it for $300 + shipping, bought new from Good Guys in 1997 for $700. Let me know if you are interested. Thanks, fh
  20. Frances_H

    B&K ref 50

    both, plus DPLII Music mode.
  21. Frances_H

    Latest firmware for B&K Reference 50

    Thanks, Donnie! About a month ago I finally got a chance to tweak the notch filter on mine. I have to say one word: whoa! what a difference! mid and high became very pronounced and low became as tight as it can be, especially the blending with my REL Storm III. Lesson learned for me, never...
  22. Frances_H

    Latest firmware for B&K Reference 50

    All, Just curious if there is anybody know of the plan on the next release of firmware, beyond 1.04 I wonder if PL2x will be part of it. I am still with 1.03 waiting for the next update beyond 1.04. Thanks, Frances
  23. Frances_H

    B&K Ref 50 sound problem

    Donnie, A quick question: as you stated somewhere, one of the V1.04 benefit is, the pass thru analog contents on SACD/DVD-A to surround back speakers, bypassing matrix/digital processing, thus mirroring surrounds. This alone, I think, might make the upgrade from 1.03 to 1.04worthwhile. Do you...
  24. Frances_H

    Which receiver/preamp to buy if I'm running all separate amps?

    Kyle, if it is within your budget, take a look at B&K Reference 50 and Rotel RSP-1098. I have LSi15 paired with B&K Reference50 and B&K AV125.7 for HT and music. They mate very well...
  25. Frances_H

    B&K Ref 50 sound problem

    Donnie, thanks for the feedback, that was what I suspect too. I will give B&K a call and see what they say about sending the card to tweeter. I didn't buy my ref from them but I bought several gears from them before...
  26. Frances_H

    B&K Ref 50 sound problem

    Donnie, I have not done so, since I've been listening more and more on PLII/audio 7 mode and can't hear those faint whine on the left surround at all (not to mention I am a master of procrastination as well) I am waiting for 1.05 or later maybe, unless you think is really a worthy exercise...
  27. Frances_H

    B&K Ref 50 sound problem

    Vishnu, what version of your firmware? 1.03 or 1.04? thanks..
  28. Frances_H

    Is the POWERAMP section of the HTPS pointless?!

    Danny, I am facing somewhat similar dilemma with you. I have a Panamax 5500 and all the gears are plugged into it. My amp is B&K AV125.7 In all cases, the current draw at almost reference level listening NEVER exceeds 7 amps, all 5 channels driven (i.e. SACD or DVD-A Multi and DD/DTS Movie) I...
  29. Frances_H

    B&K Reference 50 processor whine...

    Donnie, thanks for the answer. Have a great day!
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