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    HDTV vs DBS HD Picture Quality

    Robert, Joe, and Jeff, Thank you all for taking the time to answer my question. I really didn't mean to start a controversy with the words "True HD". Probably a poor choice of wording. Yes, I am aware that 1080p is only available on BluRay or HD-DVD and is not broadcasted either on DBS...
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    HDTV vs DBS HD Picture Quality

    Hello, I have been enjoying over the air HD broadcasts from local networks on my 1080p TV in 1080i and 720p depending on the station. I have also been enjoying standard DVDs on this system. I have not been particularly enjoying SD DBS programming from DishNetwork. So, I am about to buy a...
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    Def

    I have a full Def-Tech 7-ch system. BP7002 (2) C/L/R 2500 BP 2X (4) I am very satisfied with them considering the price. For me they work great for stereo or 7 ch music and for HT. I will be adding an SVS sub soon, however, but I have been using the powered 12" woofers in the BP7002's...
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    connecting speakers to springs

    I have had very good success with 12 ga bare wire that has been soldered on the end. No stray strands, very easy to get through binding post holes, good conductivity. DAP
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    Please help me understand

    A piece of coax connected to your TV tuner will do nothing. A simple FM dipole for $1.99 connected to a 300 ohm to 75 ohm impedance matcher and attached to your TV tuner works remarkably well. I am able to pull in DTV (HD) broadcasts from 20 or 30 miles away. I am using this setup only...
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    Def Tech Set Speakers to Large or Small? Need HELP!!!

    Hello, The SM450's do not have a powered sub-woofer. They have an unpowered 6 1/2" bass midrange. The C/L/R 2002does not have a powered sub-woofer either. If Chet says set them to large, he would know best, but personally, I would experiment both ways. Good luck! DAP
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    Outlaw Audio 1075, 970/7075

    Hello Geni, I just purchased the Outlaw 990/7125 combo and am very happy. The 7125 is a massive beast for 125 WPC, I could hardly carry it it in. It is manufactured in the USA. Outlaw shipped my order the day after I ordered it. The 990 is a great piece in my opinion as well however, it is...
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    70" Plus TV: Sony, Toshiba, or Mit?

    Hello Folks, My two cents, I just bought the 60XBR2 and am also delighted with it. Only thing I don't like is the non-removable "ears" speakers, which are removable on the 70, and I would change a couple of minor thing in the menu/remote system. Agreed, I could not justify another almost...
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    Just recieved my HSU VTF3-MK3! ! ! ! !

    Hello, I too am still a bit stuck on deciding between the Hsu VTF3-HO with Turbo (or VTF3-MK3 for that matter) and the SVS PB12-Ultra (or PB12–Plus/2). I understand that SVS is releaseing a new Ultra, so I have no problem waiting for that. Mike, could you please elaborate on your opinion...
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    $10,000 to spend

    I sorta just did this, so I guess this is actually what I would do: Sony KDS-R60XBR2 Outlaw 990 Pre/Pro Outlaw 7125 Amp Def Tech BP7002 (x2) Def Tech C/L/R 2500 Def Tech BP2X (x4) Sub (TBD) Hsu VTF3-HO w/ Turbo ranking #1 now SVS PB12-Plus/2 #2 With the Hsu sub this all costs...
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    SVS vs.HSU vs. Velodyne

    Wow, Thanks for posting that link! I have been agonizing over the decision between the SVS PB12 Plus/2 and the Hsu VTF-3 HO + Turbo. I was almost ready to pull the trigger on the SVS until I read that analysis. Now I'm leaning towards the Hsu. It seems that the feeling is that the Hsu at...
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    DefTech 7002 questions...

    Stewart Congrats on your upgrade! I just bought a pair of 7002s after comparing them to the 7006's and 7004's, as well as Paradigms. I have the C/L/R 2500 also but to date the only way I have listened to them at home is in two channel stereo. I am absolutely thrilled with them for 2 ch...
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    DefTech CLR 2300 v. CLR 2500 for center (question 2)

    Stewart, Yes what you say makes sense to me. What you said in your last sentence of your post is exactly what I was thinking as well, but I couldn't articulate it to you! To add to that I would be concerned that the woofer in the center might overpower the 350s and affect the over all balance...
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    DefTech CLR 2300 v. CLR 2500 for center (question 2)

    Stewart, I will let you know how the 2500 sounds when I get it going. The 2002 is basically the same as the 2500 without the powered 8"woofer. The 2002 would seem to me to be a better match for your 350s as far as having the same type and size of speaker for all three fronts, but I am...
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    DefTech CLR 2300 v. CLR 2500 for center (question 2)

    Hi Stewart, I just bought a 2500 to go with my 7002's using the same rationale as you RE: Same size drivers. Unfortunatly, I don't have it hooked up yet so I can't give you a report but I will be happy to as soon as I receive my amp! Good luck, happy New Year! DAP
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