Recent content by Brian Serene

Thanks for your suggestions, however, will metal on metal not happen as long as there is ANY pad left?

My understanding is that 2 MM is when pads should be replaced. I'm just curious how far down the pads can wear before reaching metal on metal? One half MM, One Quarter MM? Thanks In Advance I know there is supposed to be a warning signal, however, I have heard that this device doesn't always work.

There is no way the BIC F12 can match the performance of true deep bass sub like the SVS PC-12 NSD. If the BIC could match the performance of subs selling for ~$750 there would be no reason to spend the extra money. Compared to the PC-12 NSD the BIC F12 is more like a mid-bass module. For...

Mark As the TV is so new, you should be fully covered by your warranty. Let us know how you make out.

Matt First, I would go to Best Buy/Magnolia and look at the Panasonic 50VT20. This TV will only be sold at BB/Magnolia. In preliminary tests it outperformed the 7000, and 8000 series Samsung LCDs in many areas. The "infinite black" technology seems to be working; with viewers saying the...

There is no need to spend about, $2,000 on a Samsung UN46B8500 to reap the benefits of LED back-lighting and local dimming. I suggest that you find the Vizio 551/552. In the 55 inch size you can find one for under $2,000. They are 240Hz and are back-lit LED with local dimming. Picture...

What you heard about the frquency and cost of repairs on DLP RPTVs is true. The repair rate for DLP rear projectors is about 7 or 8 times as frequent as the repair rate for LCDs and Plasma. Then there is the issue of bulb replacement. This can be needed in as little as 2,500 hours. DLP...

Gene Thanks for taking the time to answer and for the link. It's a shame that receiver companies seem to have limited XT to more expensive models than were available a couple of years ago. Specifically, Onkyo had XT in the 805, and they seem to have de-contented their latest receivers...

What does Xt add to regular Audyssey Multi Eq? Xt is found on more expensive receivers. Can you explain exactly what Xt does? Thanks in Advance

Thanks for reminding me that the BFD is for subs only. What do you think about using a relatively inexpensive receiver (with 7.1, or 7.2) channel analog outputs. I am looking for full range EQ, not only EQ for my subs. Not that my subs don't need EQ. Just the opposite. Really tough...

Hi I just don't feel comfortable trying to climb the learning curve with REW and an EQ like the Feedback Destroyer. I have a receiver that just pre-dated Audyssey and the other room/speaker EQs. My receiver has 7.1 channel inputs, but no HDMI. At this point, the lack of HDMI does not seem to...

Phillip, this set is a 4:3, no component input. However, with the built-in line doubling, picture quality was excellent.

I have a ProScan 35 inch direct view TV that suddenly stopped turning on. This TV was the top-of-the-line in its day. Built in line doubling so there are no horizontal scan lines. Premium sound from 6 speakers. The green light may come on for 2 or 3 seconds, but the "BOINGGG" sound (from...

Not to bust anyone's chops, however, the Dynamo can't keep up with the bigger offerings from the internet direct companies. Internet direct companies don't have the dealer network to add cost to the final price of the product.