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  1. Felix_H

    Older "high end" pre pro's Still Viable option?

    I agree with Kevin. If you look at some of the older Class A-AAA rated pre-pro's, those would be great value. They were high quality and solidly built. Lexicon DC2/MC1 are good options with the MC1 having better DACs. The Sony TA-E9000ES is an outright bargain. These were really...
  2. Felix_H

    Most Wanted: Center Channel Stand

    Try Sound Anchor First one is about $225
  3. Felix_H

    Help! Monster Xterminator or Cardas Double banana plug?

    A pair of Cardas costs about $20us if bought south of the border.
  4. Felix_H

    Adding a Seperate AMP ???

    You can check to see if you powercord is close to other cables, such as speaker cabels. If so, try moving the PC away from other cables.
  5. Felix_H

    5 channel power amp 250-500 watts per channel

    You can try reading about the Earthquake Cinenova Grande. I dont own one as I own a Bryston but this one should be up there.
  6. Felix_H

    Wish I Had $1200 Disposable Right Now.

    B&W Matrix 800
  7. Felix_H

    Out of the loop for five years... now looking for a receiver and speakers for CDN$500

    Definitely no LD in Ottawa. Good luck though. $500 is a tough budget.
  8. Felix_H

    Slide out component rack

    If you get a rack with removable spikes on the bottom, just change them to casters.
  9. Felix_H

    Lexicon RV-8

    The MC-4 looks like a stripped down MC-8 and and upgraded MC-1. Looks promising for those who dont need multi-zone
  10. Felix_H

    Reciever shuts off at loud volume/scene

    I had the same problem. Mine was due to ventiliation. However, I made sure the problem was permanently solved with external amplication.
  11. Felix_H

    Is it worth spending $3K on used B&W????

    Matt, You have PM
  12. Felix_H

    Best options for used 2-ch amp $500 or less?

    Besides Aragon, look for the nice old school Acurus A200x3. Looks to fit your bill at about $500 on Agon.
  13. Felix_H

    Need Small 2 channel 100w amp

    Look for some nice old school Hafler's.
  14. Felix_H

    Denon AVR 3300 set up problem

    Have you checked to see if you have a cable running from your receiver to your TV? If not, use a RCA cable from the Coax out (near bottom left back) and run it into the Video in on your TV.
  15. Felix_H

    Proceed amp 3 or Bryston ST

    Bryston is neutral and the Proceed tends to be on the warmer side. Depends on what you are after. Where is Kevin Brown? :wink:
  16. Felix_H

    B&W N804 and Yamaha RX-V1400

    Tim's upgrade path is very reasonable. Tim: Good set-up btw. :)
  17. Felix_H

    B&W N804 and Yamaha RX-V1400

    Even though the RX-V1400 is rated at 110w X 7, the Nautilus line likes (requires) more power to drive them smoothly. You may be ok at lower volumes but you should really look into 200 watt amplification to bring out the best of B&W speakers especailly the Nautilus, Matrix, CDM, & 700 series.
  18. Felix_H

    Benefits of separates???

    I agree with Drew. Your Marantz is the weakest link. Save some more money and get a better receiver or pre/pro if you can afford it.
  19. Felix_H

    More power or more upscale amp ?

    John, Go 8008X3 or 8008X5. Aragon is quality stuff. I have always loved the 8008x3 series. The Acurus 200x3 are good too. Unless you pocket book is bulletproof, pull the trigger for some nice Bryston 6B sst & 4B's. As Ricky says, you may need a little more power (200+ watts in 8 ohms)...
  20. Felix_H

    What kind of separates do you have?

    ....in my "current" dreams....
  21. Felix_H

    What kind of separates do you have?

    Here's my 2 cents for Kevin. Keep the Proceeds & Acurus. Sell the Bryston Sonically, the Bryston ST is slighty better than the Acurus less the power. The Proceeds are equivalent to the Brystons just more warmer. The BPA/AMP combo has more power than your ST combo. If your Bryston were...
  22. Felix_H

    What HT gear is made in the USA? (Customs/Duty related question)

    NA is North America. Fyi. I shipped an amplifier to the US and it was $50cad difference between UPS 5-day ground and 3-day air. Drew is correct, air (expedited) includes brokerage.
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    What HT gear is made in the USA? (Customs/Duty related question)

    Anything made in NA and shipped from Canada to the US wont be charged duty according to NAFTA. According to UPS, US recipients will get charged a handling fee if Canadians use 5 day ground. If we use 3 day air, americans dont get dinged. Best of both worlds to pay for 3 day air rather than 5...
  24. Felix_H

    Is Paradigm pulling a fast one with sig series

    The Paradign Studio and Signature series could be comparable to the B&W Nautilus 800 series and the Signiture 800 series. Both companies use the same drivers I believe between the 2 lines, just different crossover settings and better tweaks. B&W drivers obviously are different from Paradigm...
  25. Felix_H

    A 5 channel amp for about $ 1,000.

    I agree with Drew...but... I am not sure why so many people in their HT get just a solid 2 channel amp for their front left/right channels and use different amplification for their center channel speaker? I can see that the surrounds dont need as much power but I think the Center channel...
  26. Felix_H

    A 5 channel amp for about $ 1,000.

    Luis, Here is another option for a 5 channel under $1k Acurus A200x5 in 8 ohms. These are reliable. http://cgi.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/wtb....ult&1087712784 Not sure if its still available.
  27. Felix_H

    A 5 channel amp for about $ 1,000.

    Teddy P, You could always look for a 2 channel Bryston 3B or 4B for around $1k on Audiogon. Some may have 10+ years warranty left.
  28. Felix_H

    New Anthem Statement P5 (5X325W). I got one!

    I thought 75 pounds was heavy. 130 is riduculous...but sweet. :emoji_thumbsup:
  29. Felix_H

    canadian websites that sells seperates.

    The Outlaw is cheap if you want to go the separates route. For the price, it certainly isnt too bad an idea if you were thinking about spending C$1500+ on a receiver.
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