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  1. Iain

    New Marantz 7300 specs question

    Not to get anyone too excited, but I just noticed that under "features" for the SR7300, "Variable X-over" was checked. (See the 2002 catalog.) Does this relate to the bass management issue? (And maybe someone can explain why it's so important - although it's a moot point for me since I can only...
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    Avia, Video Essentials outdated? Alternatives?

    I'd just like to add my thanks to Bill and Vince. S&V HT Tune-up sounds like just the ticket for me. Cheers, Iain
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    Avia, Video Essentials outdated? Alternatives?

    Given the frequency with which they're recommended, I'm guessing Avia and Video Essentials are not outdated... But I'm curious since Avia is more than two and a half years old and Video Essentials is more than five years old (and as far as I know no longer distributed). Anyone know of any...
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    Area Indecisive Man Close to Speaker Decision

    That's almost the same as what I'm getting (also after months of procrastinating): Receiver: Marantz SR5300, $530 (out later this month) 6.1 speaker set-up: Paradigm Focus (mains), CC-170 (center), Atoms (surrounds), and PDR-12 (sub): $1,140 So I say go for it (unless you want to...
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    What are good choices for Receiver and Speakers under $1500?

    For what it's worth, here's what I'm getting for around your budget to go with a Toshiba 42HDX82 (and I researched this to death :)): Receiver: Marantz SR5300, $530 (out later this month) 6.1 speaker set-up: Paradigm Focus (mains), CC-170 (center), Atoms (surrounds), and PDR-12 (sub): $1,140...
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    New for 2003? Marantz SR-8300? Someone say something?

    I spoke to a Marantz dealer on Saturday and he'd just received a fax from them that stated:
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    New for 2003? Marantz SR-8300? Someone say something?

    Thanks for the link John. Found the following at the end. Here's the official release info (copied from Juan M's post of the CEDIA announcement):
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    New for 2003? Marantz SR-8300? Someone say something?

    John, Where have Marantz announced the 4300-7300 line? I'm holding off from buying a 5200 until the 5300s come out, but I cannot get an answer from Marantz on when. All I've managed so far is to drool at the specs on Marantz's European web-site. Thanks, Iain
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    Marantz SR5300 release date?

    Anyone know when Marantz are releasing their *300 receivers in North America, specifically the 5300? I know they're available in the UK. I sent an e-mail to Marantz America but no response yet. Cheers, Iain
  10. Iain

    Toshiba 42HDX82 vs Mits WT-42311, DVI vs FireWire

    Thanks Brian - it's nice to know I'm not totally off base on these issues. I'm new to HT and I'm finding that the more information I get the more confused I get, until finally it all starts to become clearer. I've figured out which receiver (Marantz SR-5200), speakers (Paradigm Focus, CC-170...
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    Toshiba 57HDX82 vs Mitsu Platinum WS-55511 (DVI vs IEEE)

    Simon, I started a very similar thread this morning: http://www.hometheaterforum.com/htfo...threadid=97274 Hopefully between the two threads we can both find out a little more. Cheers, Iain
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    Toshiba 42HDX82 vs Mits WT-42311, DVI vs FireWire

    Some of you may have seen my previous posts, and I'm still undecided on which 42" 16:9 HDTV-ready RPTV to get :). The Toshiba and Mitsubishi are currently at the top of my list, but I still have a few issues to sort out in my mind. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Here's where I'm at...
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    Anyone recommend $1,900 16:9 RPTV to go with this ...?

    The HK AVR320 for $400 seems almost too good to be true. I'm a little wary of the "refurbished" part though - should I be concerned?
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    Anyone recommend $1,400 5.1 set-up to go with this ...?

    Oops - forgot to thank everyone for their much appreciated comments :b Thanks!!
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    Anyone recommend $1,400 5.1 set-up to go with this ...?

    I've decided to try to consolidate my different component threads here in the receiver forum Cheers, Iain
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    Anyone recommend $400 receiver to go with this ...?

    Many thanks for all the advice - much appreciated. You'll all be pleased to hear I've re-thought my budget slightly and upped my receiver limit :). Something had to give however, so I've had to shave a little off the speakers and DVD :frowning: - it looks like I can still get the features and...
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    Anyone recommend $400 receiver to go with this ...?

    Thanks a bunch for all the ideas. The concensus so far seems to be: 1. Spend more money :frowning: 2. H/K seems universally liked, and everything else (except the Pioneer) has its own champions 3. Marantz should be added to my list (particularly as I can get a SR4200 for $399 at a local...
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    Anyone recommend $300 DVD player to go with this ...?

    I've got similar requests for recommendations in the other component forums and it looks like the Panasonic RP82 is a favorite. Any further thoughts from some AVS folk? Cheers, Iain
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    Anyone recommend $1,400 5.1 set-up to go with this ...?

    I was hoping to shorten my list, not lengthen it! But thanks anyway :) - I'll take a closer look at Ascend's web-site. Anyone think I have some manufacturers in my list that are a class below the rest? I want to cut a few! Cheers, Iain
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    Anyone recommend $1,900 16:9 RPTV to go with this ...?

    Thanks for the advice. I'm tending towards the Mitsubishi right now, but am by no means committed. One concern I had with the Toshiba is upgradeability - I've been lead to believe Mitsbishi and Hitachi offer some kind of future compatibility guarantee (which Toshiba doesn't). Anyone know more...
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    Recommend $4k HT: TV, Spkrs, Rcvr, DVD

    Thank you all for your much appreciated advice. If anyone is interested in following how this saga plays out, I've started the threads listed below in the harware component forums to try to shorten my short-lists before I start testing things out for myself. TV link Speaker link Receiver...
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    Anyone recommend $300 DVD player to go with this ...?

    I received useful advice on buying a first HT in the HT help and basics forums. Someone suggested seeking specific model recommendations in the HT hardware forums to help narrow down a short-list before testing out these puppies for myself. My HT room is about 21' by 13', but the TV has to go on...
  23. Iain

    Anyone recommend $400 receiver to go with this ...?

    I received useful advice on buying a first HT in the HT help and basics forums. Someone suggested seeking specific model recommendations in the HT hardware forums to help narrow down a short-list before testing out these puppies for myself. My HT room is about 21' by 13', but the TV has to go on...
  24. Iain

    Anyone recommend $1,900 16:9 RPTV to go with this ...?

    I received useful advice on buying a first HT in the HT help and basics forums. Someone suggested seeking specific model recommendations in the HT hardware forums to help narrow down a short-list before testing out these puppies for myself. My HT room is about 21' by 13', but the TV has to go on...
  25. Iain

    Anyone recommend $1,400 5.1 set-up to go with this ...?

    I received useful advice on buying a first HT in the HT help and basics forums. Someone suggested seeking specific model recommendations in the HT hardware forums to help narrow down a short-list before testing out these puppies for myself. My HT room is about 21' by 13', but the TV has to go on...
  26. Iain

    Recommend $4k HT: TV, Spkrs, Rcvr, DVD

    Thanks Shane. I thought I was being a little optimistic, but maybe if I can get some good deals! After reading around some more (particularly at HTF), I've come up with the following. If anyone has any thoughts before I seek views on specific models in the individual component forums I'd be...
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    Good forum practice?

    That's a nice idea Ted. I'll see how my post goes in the basics forum over the next few days, then seek opinions on specific models in the component forums maybe next week. Cheers, Iain
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