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  1. joseFMJ

    Pio 1015 finally available

    Its 350. shipped from J&R, if they got any left in stock. I was there earlier in the week.
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    1014 replaced?

    When a new "model" comes out its always closer to list price. After a few months, the price will be just about 450$. Early adopters don't mind paying more to be first.
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    Refurb Receiver??

    I recently bought a 'refurbished' amp from Hafler, the shipping receipt read 'B-stock' and came with just a 90Day warranty, whereas the new ones have a 7year warranty. My old Outlaw 1050 avr was a B-stock and came with a full 2year warranty. Its all at the discretion of the manufacturer. Oh and...
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    Pioneer 1014 users...

    Try making note of the all the levels in one pass, then go into menu and adjust all the speakers at one time, restart the Avia disc...make some more notes...back into menu, adjust all at the same time...run disc...should not take more than 3-4cycles to get them all in one line. On the 1014 the...
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    Bi-Amped 3-ways

    But the '60-250Hz' (actually 50-250) crossover points are output via the sub out which is in mono....how are you planning to use a mono signal to feed a stereo pair of bass/midbass drivers???
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    Choosing sub crossover seting in receiver ?

    Yes...100Hz min. if your speakers are rated to 80Hz. You can also try it at 120Hz and see which sounds better.
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    Help with Amp

    I think you just answered your own question. If its too powerful to allow for level matching with the HK, how could you use it? Besides you would gain the most benefit by using it on the front speakers. But if the HK at -10dB on the fronts and +10dB on the rears still results in a mismatch...
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    Outlaw model 1070

    Might be Spring...but who knows...
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    My first attempt at building an enclosure

    Use of a poly-glue like Gorilla can help close the gaps when your cuts are not precise, since that type of glue expand as it dries and works great on MDF material. I usually use a brad nailer for the initial assembly then use screws to pull every thing tight. I find that using a counter sunk bit...
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    Settings for 6.1 EX/ES

    Same here, I have 6.1 speaker set up so why not use all. I use DPLIIx as default with TV and DD movies.
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    TV stand and heat dissipation for receiver

    4" should be ok, the MOSFET amps in the Pioneer run barely warm -5 below reference. Of course Pioneer have to cover themselves by allowing a wider margin to account for user error/abuse. And since you have all around open, that makes for rapid heat dispersion @360*. Enclosing amplifiers in an...
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    how good is the pioneer VSX-1014 going to be compared to the elite.....

    The straight answer is they share the same service manual. THe AMP section is the same, the PS section is the same, the Elite has a few extra features. The DAC is the same. Worlds apart is the 59x. ..unless we are talking microscopic scale.
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    Moving to new apartment... not sure if it has enough power

    Those 30A breaker circuits will cost you. The electrician will have to run new wires throughout the house. I don't know where you live but here in the City, almost no electrician use 14/2 anymore, everybody use 12/2 which is rated to 20A even if they put the lights on 15A breakers. A 30A-rated...
  14. joseFMJ

    What type of subwoofer finish do you prefer?

    1Cherry 2Rosewood 3Black
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    how to tweak old mirage subwoofer

    Check the condition of the cone surround, make sure its in good condition. The 'knobs' are for balancing the sub with any other speakers connected to the sub. Try lowering the INPUT level. If the cone is ok, try moving it away from corners. If none of those pan out, the amp in the sub might be...
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    Moving to new apartment... not sure if it has enough power

    Let us know how it turns out. I don't really need to see the breaker panel, I have seen plenty of those throughout the years. Oh and if you choose to change the receptacle yourself, turn off the breaker for that circuit. And it might be the older type waxed-linen-insulated wires, they tend to...
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    Moving to new apartment... not sure if it has enough power

    Your outlets and box are grounded. And you can replace the two prong outlets with three prong type if you wanted to. If you don't want to replace the outlets but still have access to a ground at the outlet you can use adapter( infamous cheater plug) and simply attach the green ground wire with...
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    would a cheap receiver suit me better?

    The 1014...why? The MCACC has a 5-band equilizer built in whith automatically equalizes all your speakers for the best sound, yes, even your 'crappy' speakers. It will get the most of your current speakers and when you are ready to upgrade your speakers it will be another big jump in sound...
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    How loud do you go? Decibel Question

    Two nights ago I watched Castaway at -5, I usually am between -12 to -18, on my Pioneer1014. I used the DTS soundtrack and dang, it was loud, I turned it up to 0, which is supposed to be the reference level, but I soon backed off....those waves sure sounded real! I was surfed soaked after. My...
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    how good is the pioneer VSX-1014 going to be compared to the elite.....

    A quick look at the service manuals for both the 1014 and the 52 would have saved you a lot of time, for they are the same manual. (-;
  21. joseFMJ

    1st DIY Sub project underway

    Yeahhhh...time to get all dusty and dirty. Good Luck!
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    List of Newbie Questions

    Use a drill bit size that is 2/3 the diameter of the screws. Without clamps, you will have to use screws to hold the pieces together until the glue dries. If you choose to leave the screws in, counter sink the head with a counter-sink bit. You can purchase 14 guage speaker wire from your local...
  23. joseFMJ

    System improvement suggestions plz

    I have Mission M70 on my fronts...with a Wharfedale sapphire as my center, and Wharfedale Diamonds doing surround duty. You could pick up another pair of Missions for surround duty or, get a pair of Infinity for the fronts that would match the Kappa. I am not familiar with the Kappa, so I am not...
  24. joseFMJ

    Yamaha Subwoofer / Pioneer Receiver Help

    Plus there should be a setup menu in the avr for the sub, such as crossover freq., level, and a selection for YES SUB or NO SUB.
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    What Crossover Cutoff is your subwoofer set to: 40;50;60;80...? and why?

    Most AVR sub crossover slope is set at 24db, steep enough to minimize sounds at the crossover point one octave up. The most common point is 80Hz. Why use the built in crossover in your sub which slope can be 12db per octave? I use bookshelf speakers which goes down to 60Hz, I set my crossover...
  26. joseFMJ

    Is the Panasonic S97 the best $300 player available?

    Toshiba has a new dvd on the market 5970(?), Secret of High Fidelity recently did their periodic testing of DVD players. see the below link for their results on the Panasonic S97, and other players. http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/cgi-b...h&articles=121
  27. joseFMJ

    Equipment and Direct Sunlight

    Or just tell the equipment to 'adapt,get used to it'.
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    Can unused amplifier outs be used to get some extra performance.

    Sure can...if, your speakers are bi-wireable and if your receiver allows for setting the rear two channels for bi-amping.
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    Best sub $200 DVD Player?

    Toshiba 4960 @ just about 120$.
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