Recent content by Brad Scott

So given the specific speakers and sub that I'm using, the T742 should be able to power them effectively, right? I mean, it's not a case of the sub being too much wattage for the amp? For instance, when a sub is rated at 150 watts, that's the most it can handle, correct? It doesn't mean that...

I've disconnected all wires/cables since last night, and it still won't power up properly.

So I hooked my new system up last night: NAD T742 A/V surround receiver NHT SB-2s and SB-1s NHT SuperCenter Dayton 10" sub Two minutes into testing it out, the NAD powers off. Just shuts down. Repeated attempts to power it back on result in the green power light on the face of the...

Total newbie question here, and it's probably been covered a thousand times: My receiver only seems to have an RCA-type input for a sub. Do subs typically use RCA plugs and not conventional speaker cable with red and black ends? If you are supposed to use the RCA cables, then since my...

Well, let's just say white gloss finishes; not necessarily 'piano lacquer.' My wife loves the white high-gloss look for our family room, and I'm trying to search out all options - although NHT is currently my only choice. Thanks.

Totally aesthetic question here - besides NHT, who makes surround bookshelf speakers with all-white piano lacquer high-gloss finishes? Thanks

Limit is $600 for an entry-level package. Would like 4 bookshelves, a center and a sub. Room is 13 X 21, and would like it for both HT and music listening. Considering Fluance, HTD, and Cambridge Soundworks. Possibly a used set of NHT SuperZeros/SuperOnes. Best sound for modest budget...

How do these speakers compare with the likes of the PSB Alpha B, Axiom M3ti, B&W 302, and similar products? Do NHTs have a certain "voice" of their own that would make them stand out from the crowd? I'd like to use these in a HT situation, but I want them to be equally adept at audio; I...

In addition, could anyone recommend a pair of speakers that would sound good with either unit? Thanks

Which would you choose for great quality sound for HT and 2-channel audio? Is it a toss-up, or does one clearly outshine the other? Thanks

Wow, the Axioms and Ascends really get some good lip-service around here. I know it's somewhat trivial, but I'm a bit put off by the looks of the Ascends. I'm sure they're phenominal, but I have to think about decor as well (unfortunately), and the natural wood finish of the Axioms may work...

Or maybe the Cambridge SoundWorks Newton Series M60.

Totally objective, I know, but what have you found in your travels to be the best-sounding speakers at the $300 mark? So far, I'd have to say the Paradigm Mini Monitors. With so many choices at this pricepoint, I'm curious to know which speakers you have found to exhibit stellar...

How does this system (60 or 70) compare with other 5.1 packages in the same range? Is there another system that sounds better for the same price? Are these speakers very different from Wharfedale's Diamond series? Thanks for the help!

I checked out the Ventriloquist system, but there's not much on it since it's not out yet. The Hsu site has a couple of threads about it, however. I will also look into the JBLs. Thanks