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  1. ChipD

    Speaker Interference

    I have a couple questions about some sounds I'm hearing through my stereo speakers. 1. When I press TV/Video to change my input from my TV to my receiver (to watch a DVD or tape), and before I select the receiver output (DVD or tape), there is a constant low bass sound coming from both of my...
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    TV Interference

    I have a JVC tube tv that was showing interference from my unshielded speakers when I placed them next to the set (corners of the tv were turning dark and had a slight hint of red and green). However, after i turned off my tv for the afternoon (leaving tv and speakers exactly where they were...
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    Speaker Interference

    Can unshielded speakers cause damage to a dvd player, receiver, or vcr? Thanks.
  4. ChipD

    TV and Non-shielded speakers

    Due to my current home theater arrangement, I have set my speakers fairly close to my TV. I have B&W 603 s3 front speakers that are not magnetically shielded. At best, I can get the speakers far enough away to only cause a little bit of interference (the top corners turn green and red right...
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    Magnetic Shielding

    Is it normal for main front speakers to not be magnetically shielded? I am about to buy the B&W DM603 S3 speakers and I realized they are not shielded. In addition, I was told that B&W will NOT add shielding for an extra cost. This is a problem for me because we really don't have room to move...
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    Banana Plugs

    What are banana plugs and when would I use them? Thanks. Chip
  7. ChipD

    Speaker Wire

    I recently purchased a new system (listed below) and am now looking to buy speaker wire. When I was at the speaker dealer they suggested wire that cost around $300 for two pair of 8 foot cables. Are there cheaper options that would work well? How will this expensive wire compare to 10-16 gauge...
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    B&W Speakers

    I recently demoed some B&W speakers and loved what I heard. I've also listened to Infinity, Paradigm, Definitive, Klipsh, and Kef speakers. I think I've made my decision on the B&W speakers (although I may give Paradigm another listen), and would like thoughts on my questions below. Here are...
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    B&W Speaker Purchase

    I recently demoed some B&W speakers and loved what I heard. I've also listened to Infinity, Paradigm, Definitive, Klipsh, and Kef speakers. I think I've made my decision on the B&W speakers (although I may give Paradigm another listen), and would like thoughts on my questions below. Here are...
  10. ChipD

    Infinity Speakers

    I recently demoed the Infinity Alpha 50 speakers along with an Alpha 37C center and Alpha surrounds (don't have the product numbers with me for the surrounds). I thought they sounded great, but I haven't read too much about Infinity. Also, I am just beginning to demo speakers (I'm a first time...
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    Infinity Speakers

    I recently demoed the Infinity Alpha 50 speakers along with an Alpha 37C center and Alpha surrounds (don't have the product numbers with me for the surrounds). I thought they sounded great, but I haven't read too much about Infinity. Also, I am just beginning to demo speakers (I'm a first time...
  12. ChipD

    Speaker Assistance

    I am looking to buy my first home entertainment system and am looking for some assistance. I am interested in buying a new set of speakers, and would like to keep the total price around $2000. I want speakers that will sound good with music or movies. Any suggestions on brands or specific...
  13. ChipD

    Receiver Assistance

    I am looking to buy my first home entertainment system and am looking for some assistance. I am interested in buying a receiver and speakers, and would like to keep the total price around $2000 - $3000 (so, receiver price around $500?). Please see my questions below… Receiver: I would like...
  14. ChipD

    Receiver and Speaker Assistance

    I am looking to buy my first home entertainment system and am looking for some assistance. I am interested in buying a receiver and speakers, and would like to keep the total price around $2000 - $3000. Please see my questions below… Receiver: I would like to buy a solid receiver that will...
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