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I am considering an amp upgrade but am not sure what to do. I currently have a Rotel RMB1075 (120w x 5). I have a 5.1 system with no plans to go to 7.1. All of my speakers are 2 ways with the internal crossover on each at 3Khz. Here is the question. Should I add a second 1075 and bi-amp all 5...

My current DVD player, a Toshiba SD5700, is on its last legs and I am probably going to need to buy a new player soon. What I am trying to figure out is whether to buy a more expensive player in the $1000 range or look at the lower priced models in the $300 - $500 range such as the Denon 1600 on...

I'm hoping that those familiar with both the Force and Titan can comment on the major differences between these 2 subs. Is it simply output or is the Titan better sounding than the Force? Are these subs magnetically shielded? I am currently using the following components B&W N805s - fronts...

I recently purchased brand new separate components - a Rotel 1066 processor and 1075 multichannel amp. In general, does new gear require a break-in period? Specifically, how long for the 1066/1075? Does anyone have any suggestions for breaking in new components?

Yamaha RXV1200 receiver - $275 OBO. Selling this item locally - not interested in shipping it out. Cash offers only. If interested, leave voicemail at (503) 977-1489. I will respond in the order received.

I am considering buying 5 of the Dayton RCA Audio/Video Cable 3' cables from Parts Express to hook up my receiver to my new amp (part # 181-662). Is anyone using these? Is the quality of these cables decent? I am not expecting miracles considering that the cables cost only $14.40 each but my...

Does anyone out there have a strong opinion either way when choosing between these 2 options? Pricewise, these two combinations are equivalent. Both can be configured for 7.1. The 1080 allows you to throw more power at the mains for 2 stereo listening. The 1055/1075 gives you an equal amount...

How do these receivers match up sonically? Which is a better match for B&W N805s & HTM2? Both are reputed to be good musical receivers with excellent build quality and reliability. Is the the Rotel worth the extra cash or is the NAD just as good?

Is $800 a good price for the 3800? Would the 3800 be a huge upgrade from my current Toshiba SD5700? I am using redbook CDs and DVDs (I do not own any DVDAs or SACDs). I do have a HDTV monitor (a 32" Panasonic).

I am getting ready to add a Rotel RMB1075 and to use my Yamaha receiver as a pre/pro. Are there any decent cables out there that don't cost an arm and a leg? The salesman is trying to sell me monster cables costing $50-$80 per set. I would end up spending $130 for the cheaper monsters and $205...

Is the LFE channel effected at all when you set the sub level to the levels of the mains using a calibration disc like the S&V disc, VE, Avia? I have my LFE at 0 (the highest possible setting allowed for my Yamaha RXV-1200). I have matched the sub level on the Yamaha to the level of the left...

Since both retail at $599, is this a winner here or will these subs offer similar performance?

My satellite receiver died and I'm not sure where to go from here. I have Dish Network. I also have an HDTV. I'm not sure that I am ready to make the jump to something like the 921 model that is coming out soon. I'm wondering if there are any decent satellite receivers under $150 that could get...

Does anybody out there have a strong feeling about the dvd player with the best audio for around $1000? I spoke with a salesperson at one of the local stores who carries pioneer elite, rotel, and integra players. He seemed to feel that the rotel at around $999MSRP was the best for audio in that...

I am currently using a Toshiba SD5700 but am wondering if an RP82 would be a huge upgrade. I know that the Toshiba has the chroma bug and will not play SACDs. Beyond that, is there a huge overall audio/video quality difference between the RP82 and the SD5700 or would I need to step up to a more...

I recently upgraded to B&W 805s/HTM2 and I starting to look at upgrading other components as well. I currently have a Yamaha RXV-1200 but am wondering if going to the Rotel RSX 1055 would be simply a lateral move or a true upgrade. If I went with the 1055, I would eventually want to get a RMB...

I recently upgraded to B&W 805s/HTM2 and I starting to look at upgrading other components as well. I currently have a Yamaha RXV-1200 but am wondering if going to the Rotel RSX 1055 would be simply a lateral move or a true upgrade. If I went with the 1055, I would eventually want to get a RMB...

Here are a couple of upgrade paths that I am considering: Trade back B&W603s & LCR6 ($1,180 trade value) for the following: CDM 7NT - $2000 CDM CNT - $600 Balance - $1420 Trade back B&W603s & LCR6 ($1,280 trade value) for the following: Nautilus 805s - $2000 Nautilus HTM2 - $1000...

Are there any potential problems with placing the sub along the rear wall with the sub's driver firing toward the front speakers? I am wondering if having the sub's driver firing toward the fronts and the front's drivers firing toward the sub will lead to cancellation problems.

Many on this board have suggested the following settings for bass management: 1. Set all speakers to small. 2. Turn the crossover on the sub fully counterclockwise (bypass mode). 3. With speakers set to small and sub crossover bypassed, the receiver's crossover will handle the bass...

Okay, I spent about an hour with the Stryke disc this morning and was able to ascertain the following measurements for my Adire Rava: CorrectedUncorrected Hz1 Ft4 Ft1ft 4ft 12.5 Hz75.571.5 15.0 Hz7568 17.5 Hz7364 20.0 Hz82.575.5 22.0 Hz8171 25.0 Hz8675 28.0 Hz8880 32.0 Hz9185 36.0...

I have a few questions about the Stryke disc Vol 1: 1. I have measured the 1KHz test tone at 75Db from 1 foot away. The level on my receiver ended up at -62Db (a Yamaha RX-V1200). -62Db is more than a 1/3rd of the way up on my receiver (scale = 0Db - -100Db). Should I use a lower volume level...

I have the speakers on the TV off and set to fixed audio out so that the volume for my system is controlled via the receiver. However, there is also volume control via the cable box that I cannot find a way to bypass. I have the volume on the cable box turned all the way up. I then use the...

When is it most appropriate to use "squeze" mode (I believe that this is the 16:9 mode available on 4:3 HDTV sets)? Is this something that you should use while watching 4:3 cable or satellite broadcasts? It seems like the best use would be anamorphic DVDs but I am wondering if there are other...

Okay, I know that this topic has been beat to death but after going through many of the threads on calibration, I still have a few questions: Assumption: You have already calibrated your system using VE, Avia, or S&V. Question 1: When you play back a DVD at the reference level on your...

Setup: I have my Rava placed about 2 feet from the back wall and about 1 foot from the side wall, directly behind my listening position. I used the S&V setup disc test tones to calibrate. I have the Rava at 89Db with the rest of my speakers at 85Db. My mains hit 85Db at -18.5 on my Yamaha...

Does anyone have recommendations for inexpensive, inwall, subwoofer cable? I will probably need around 35 feet from the receiver to the sub. Will the quality of the output to the sub be degraded by using this long of a feed?

Occasionally, my Dish loses the satellite signal. Can abrupt stops in the satellite signal damage speakers/subwoofer? I usually listen to satellite broadcasts at reasonable volumes but want to make sure that I am not compromising my speakers/sub when the broadcast signal temporarily goes out...

Where are the LFE effects directed for DPL 2 & 4 channel broadcasts on HBO, Showtime, etc.? How much LFE is missing from an HBO broadcast of The Haunting in DPL 2 or 4 verses a 5.1 DVD? Is there anything missing from a 5.1 letterbox broadcast on HBO as opposed 5.1 letterbox on DVD? I have the...

My receiver (Yamaha RX-V1200) allows you to choose "both" when you have the mains set to large. The description for both is "Select this if you use a subwoofer and you want to mix the main channel low-frequency signals with the LFE signals." I'm not quite sure how to interpret this. Does this...