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  1. Scotty V

    Best SACD player options under $350

    I'm interested in adding a CD player to my system which is run by a Denon 3805. I have $350 to spend and want to join the SACD/DVD-A world. I've found it's not possible to find an audio-only player that can support the basic CD formats, MP3, DVD-A, and SACD. I have come to the understanding I...
  2. Scotty V

    Alternatives to Monster Cables???

    Paul D- Thanks for the link to the thread. I found a link on that thread to heartlandcables.com and it seems to have exactly what I was looking for. The cables (vs. straight speaker wire) for my front speakers are half the price of what I saw for the comparable Monster Cables (M500V) I was...
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    Alternatives to Monster Cables???

    As I'm researching the various components to build a decent HT system I'm finding the connection cables are going to cost me a fortune. I want the best possible quality I can afford in my connections but the Monster Brand seems to be way overpriced. Do I really need to spend $250 for 4 meters to...
  4. Scotty V

    Perhaps buying a Sony STR-DA3000ES, or not

    The Denon 3805 blew the Sony 3000ES out of the water when I compared them head to head. I liked the Sony when I listened to it alone but not against the Denon. The warmer sound of the Denon was far more enjoyable than the sharper Sony. I had no idea how sharp/bright the sound was on the Sony...
  5. Scotty V

    Denon 2805 or 3805

    Is the Denon 3805 ($950) worth the extra $300 over the 2805 ($650) or should I take the extra 300 dollars and get better speakers? I'm looking at Polk's RT series and there is more speaker available in this line that $300 would held defray. My budget is pretty tight at about $1800 for both the...
  6. Scotty V

    Perhaps buying a Sony STR-DA3000ES, or not

    I am quite close to purchasing my first real Audio Receiver and have nearly settled on buying a Sony STR-DA3000ES for between $650-$700 that I have seen offered by various internet merchants. I purchase nearly 90% of all big ticket items (greater than $100) in my life online to save on sales...
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