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I have Paradigm Studio 100 v2's in a 2 channel music only system. They certainly sound great. However, I've never had other 'high end' speakers in my basement before. I'm curious if there are speakers out there, for under 2,000 that would be MUCH more musical? I've heard great things about...

Does anyone use this for speaker wire? I recently read about it in The Absolute Sound. The gave it a favorable review. It's 14g black and orange outdoor cable. You snip off the AC ends and attatch some termination. There are 3 wires inside the jacket, each with their own shielding. The 3rd wire...

I sent the below question to Ron at SVS as well. I'd just like to see other SVS owners opinion on this as well.. This question is in regards to a 2 channel system that I would like to add a sub to.. For the same price as a 25-31 PC+ I could get two 25-31 CS+ subwoofers. I currently have a...

Anyone have good/bad experience with this? I can set up a pretty good 2 channel system, but it would mean downgrading my home theater to a certain extent. Also, I wonder if I would miss the convenience of sitting in one spot for music and movies. My home theater would still be nice, I would...

Sorry if this has been discussed at nauseum..however I'm having trouble searching this site for the topic. Locally, I've seen them at Best Buy and Circut City..but the selection is nothing too impressive. To get what I want I'll have to go on line. However, I've forgotten the sites I used...

When calibrating my speakers to 85db with Avia with an SPL meter..the pink noise has to get VERY loud before it reaches 85db on the meter. However after I calibrate and watch a movie to test it out, I look at the SPL meter and see that during normal (somewhat quiet) scenes, the meter is at 85db...

I always thought this was cut and dry, and easy to do. However, after updating my Rotel it seems very loud when I listen to movies at 75dB. Here's how I calibrate...please tell me if I'm wrong. I take the AVIA DVD, and run a test tone on my LF speaker. I turn up the volume on the Rotel until...

I have a Rotel RSP-1066 and the crossover is set at 80hz. Since I've owned my sub, I've set the subwoofer frequency cutoff at 80hz on the back of the sub. I've since learned that it may be better to set the subwoofer's frequency cutoff on the back of the sub to 150hz (maximum setting) because...

When I put the 1066 into Standy mode, but turning it off with the remote, the power light seems to be just as bright off, as when on. My first question is, will the light ever burn out after being left on 24 hrs a day? and 2nd, is there a way to dim the light or not have it on at all? I really...

Hey, need a little advice. Just got done watching a movie and noticed what I think are called compression artifacts. Weird little pixles of color that pop up here and there. I might go 5 minutes without seeing them, and then boom.. I've got a Sony 9000ES DVD/SACD player and it's been flawless...

Dumb question... I got some 14g speaker wire from Home Depot and noticed that one strand of wire is all copper, and the other is copper mixed with some other type of material..silver colored..no idea what it is. 1st question is..why isn't this 100% copper on both strands? 2nd question..which...

I'm moving into a new house soon, with a finished basement. The ceiling isn't a drop so I won't have the luxury of running the wires up top. How can you run speaker wire from one end of the room to the other without it being seen? Under carpet? I'd hate to have to pull it up like that in fear...

So, I've been using a Sherbourn 5/1500A for some time now at 200WPC and it's great. However, I can only drive 5 channels with this amp and my Rotel 1066 can push 7.1. I'd like to just get a new 2 channel Amp to drive ONLY the mains. I'd like to get massive power to do that, something around...

I recently had a Sony 300 disc megachanger die on me. The remote sensor stopped working and then it was damaged while moving. So, I'm wondering what to do next. I liked having all of my CD's contained, clean and easily accessable in the changer. I was using a digital input so I could use the...

I'm having trouble saving the speaker settings on each input using the Rotel 1066. I set all speakers to small for home theater (DVD-Video 4) . I would also like to save the front, and rear speakers as large for music (CD). If I change the Video 4 input speaker settings I see them the same way...

I have the V2's and are running them with a Sherbourn amp and they sound great. However, I'm using cheap 12 gauge monster cable from Best Buy and I'm not Bi-Wiring them. My dealer has some Tera Labs Prism Bi-Wire for $5.50 a foot. It would end up costing me over $200 for the front 3 channels...

With the new prices, I'm thinking of picking one up...Is there a good place to go to see the pro's and con's of each machine. From what I understand, the X-Box has more potential but the PS2 has a massive library of games. Does the PS2 support 5.1? As well as an on line network? I've owned the...

I currently have a Yamaha RX-V795 Receiver and a Sherbourn amp. I'm moving to seperates and am wondering really, how much difference will I notice in the sound if I move to one of the new pre pro's from Rotel or Outlaw? Would it really be worth another Grand? I only have a 5 channel amp, so to...

I'm now in the market for a new Pre amp processor. I'm replacing my Yamaha RX-V795. When looking for one, do I need to consider my amp (Sherbourn 5/1500a) and speakers (Paradigm Sudio 100's, CC)? I've seen that certain receivers seem to be a better match with particular equipment, is the same...

Ever since I hooked up an external amp to my Receiver, I'm lacking any real bass control for 2 channel music. The external controls for bass management work fine, however, setting my speakers to Large or small makes NO difference whatsoever. Also, I used to have my sub set at about 35% when in...

When I play CD's, my subwoofer is no longer receiving any input from my Receiver since I hooked up an external amp. The sub has always been hooked up to the sub pre out on the receiver and has never had problems, it's working fine for any 5.1 DVD material. The only thing I did was to hook up...

I finally decided to pull the trigger and get an amp. I went with the Sherbourn 5/1500a 200w beast! After I got it all hooked up I sat down to listen and it sure didn't sound very deep in the bass department. I then set my speakers to large (i'm running a Yammy Rxv795) and WOW! I can't believe...

It seems to be that most people here feel the Parasound is a great match with the Studio 100's. I just recently became interested in the Sherbourn 5/1500a and now can't decide whether to purchase this amp, or the 2205a from Parasound. My dealer spent a long time with me explaining why he...

Ok, I've decided to go with the Parasound HCA-1205A 140WPC amplifier to drive my speakers. I've heard a million times that with the Studio 100's you need 200+ WPC, however lately I've come to the conclusion that the difference between 140 wcp and 220 wpc won't be worth the additional $800 I'd...

I have been trying to figure out for some time now what direction to take regarding how to power my current set up. I've posted several items regarding Amplifiers etc. With my current situation, what would you suggest I do? I have a Yamaha RX-V795 85WPC Receiver.. Studio 100's Studio CC...

I'm narrowing my search down to two Parasound models. One of them puts out 140wpc into 5 channels, and the other puts out 220 x 5. I'm driving Studio 100's mains, and studio center, Eoson tower surrounds. The only speakers that really need 200+ are the mains...would I notice a huge...

I have the Studio 100's v2 and am powering them with a Yamaha RX-v795 85wpc Receiver. They sound fantastic no question about it, but it seems EVERYONE understands that they need 150-200wpc to really get your money's worth. My question is, has anyone gone from a receiver's MINUTE power such as...

I'm looking for a good Multichannel Amplifier. I have Paradigm Studio 100's and need some more power to drive them. Upgrading is so addictive, that I figure if any of you have a good amp, but would like to step up, I can take your existing amp off your hands for some cash...ahhh sweet cash!

I've been looking into getting an Amp and recently found a great deal on one of these, $750. It's a TXH Ultra certified, 150wpc 5 channel amp. I'm looking to pair it with the Paradigm Studio 100's. I'm just curious as to whether or not any of you have had good/bad experiences with this unit?

I have the Studio 100's V2 from Paradigm and really love the sound. Yet, I've heard from so many people that they really come alive with around 150-200W. I'm powering them now with a Yamaha ..85w per channel receiver. It's a nice entry level receiver RX-v795..but lacking in power. Do the...