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Where does your user name come from? I just love the product and still own: 10.1, 3.6, and CC1	294
Is this why my analog rig isn't so hot? I have the Benz Glider v2 Medium output. I do notice that the cart likes to be demagnetized before sounding its best. Table: Clearaudio Champion II Phone: Clearaudio Basic	108
Best Concert DVD For smooth Jazz fans, I recommend Casino Lights '99: Montreux Jazz Festival. It features music by Four Play, Boney James, Rick Braun, and several others. It is also recorded in . . .	51
What sub do "U" use ? Currently using a pair of Vandersteen 2WQ subs with Magnepan MG 3.6R mains in stereo. For HT, a V2W is added in	34
Review: Magnepan MG-3.6r Speaker Good job on the review. I recently upgraded my speaker cables from biwire to a single run of Shunyata Lyra. I could locate the jumper pins for the xover so I had some 6" . . .	29
Maggie 3.6 amplification concern As an owner of the MG 3.6R, I will throw my 2cents in. I currently use a McCormack DNA .5 Rev A (200 watts @ 4 ohms) to drive mine. I also have a pair of Vandersteen 2Wq . . .	27
So what sub are you using for your Home theater? I use 3 Vandersteen subs. 2 - 2Wq for the front speakers, 1 - V2W for HT and located in the back of the room. My system is used 50/50. Same comments as SDCAMPBELL about . . .	26
J.Rowland Is it possible to shut off the display Bxxxb, I am not sure if you got an answer on the turning off the display on the Concerto. If not, I have the answer. Send me your email and I will email you the PDF. Excerpt from. . .	25
advice on brightness Sticking with the same brand of interconnects, Straightwire Rhapsody II intercoonect is a warm, fully bodied cable. This should tame your HF problem	22
Audio Refinement Complete owners: please advise I use one in my second system, always with JMLab speakers. The speakers are currently Electra 907BE. As long as the speakers you are using are efficient, the ARC will work well	15
McCormack DNA amp options.... I spoke to Steve about 2 weeks regarding upgrading my .5 Rev A to a maxxed Rev A Gold. The Plitron toroid transformer is available for the .5. He has not updated the website to . . .	15
Maggies (Magnepan/JM Lab/Rowland) Update - Several changes are not reflected in the pictures. They are: 2 Rowland 501 monos for the mains 3 Rowland 201 monos for the center and surrounds Theta Carmen II CD/DVD . . .	13
Subwoofer recommendation for Maggie 1.6 QR A pair of Vandersteen 2Wq subs. I currently use this with my MG 3.6R. If space is an issue, you may also consider the Definitive Tech Super Cube. I have heard this sub with the 1. . .	13
McCormack DNA1 options Corina, I can't speak for the TLC or Merlin but I can for the DNA1. Is yours the standard or Deluxe? I have both a .5 Deluxe and a REV A. There is a world of difference between . . .	13
subwoofer suggestions Jeffc, If you are looking for a sub that has tight but not boomy bass, I agree with sdcampbell, on the Vandersteen 2Wq. It blends seamlessly and adds a bottom end that you didn't . . .	12
Is it too mismatched to pair Maggie 1.6 & NAD 370? I have not heard the NAD 370 but based on its power rating it should be fine. Before getting my current 3.6R, I had the 1.6. I still use a McCormack DNA .5 (200 watts @ 4 OHMS) . . .	11
Vandersteen or REL or.......?????? Think small I have never tried of heard the REL subs but I use a Vandersteen 2wq to my Maggie 3.6. The crossover is handled by a Theta CasaNova. For me, this provides a seamless blend . . .	11
Warmest? BAT VK200, Classe CA200, Mccormack .5 I have not heard the BAT or the Classe but I do have a McCormack .5 Rev with a King Cobra power cord powering a pair of Magnepan MG 3.6R. The sound is warm and full bodied. I . . .	11
MG 3.6 and MG-1.6 Replacements Coming? A little off the subject but this does relate. I have heard that a replacement for the CC3 with a ribbon tweeter is in the works	10
Best Sub for Music, Under $1000 I agree with SDCAMPCELL as I use a pair of 2Wq subs with my MG 3.6R	9
No bass for HT with Vandersteen 2wq... Just to throw in my 2 cents. I use both the V2W and 2Wq subs and am very pleased with the results. The subs blend perfectly with my MG 3.6R. I orginally started with the V2W for. . .	9
Which McCormack I agree with both Garfish and Soix. Steve M gave me the same advice. The new amps are about a Rev B and are built to a price point. I have both a DNA-0.5 Deluxe and a DNA-0.5 . . .	8
Powercord for McCormack DNA 500 20amp IEC. http://www.onsoundandmusic.com/issues/0306/0306-dna500-p.html	7
Cables for Richard Gray conditioner I currently use a RGPC600 w/RGPC for video and RGPC1200 w/Shunyata Anaconda for audio. Both terminate into separate 20amp circuits with Shunyata Venom outlets. I started with the. . .	7
HDTV antenna The model is: TERK TV55. I use it here in Fort Lauderdale and get CBS, ABC, PBS, WB. DL	7
Straight Wire Question I started with Monster then moved to AudioQuest. At the recommendation of my dealer, I switched to Straightwire Rhapsody II interconnects and cables. I got the warm, full bodied . . .	7
Subwoofer Options - REL, BagEnd, JMLab Electra Sub Although this is not on your list, a Vandersteen 2wq should also be considered. I have MG 3.6R with JM Lab Electra SR30 for surrounds. I use the xover in my Theta CasaNova. For . . .	7
multi-channel amps Anthem, B&K, or Rotel I am not sure what type of sound you are looking for but here are my 2 cents. I have heard all the amps except for the Anthem. Adcom - on the harsh, bright side Rotel - neutral. . .	6
Magneplanar 1.5 -- What amp??? Currently running my Magnepan 3.6R and MGCC1 with McCormack amps	6
Which DVDP IS THE BEST SOUND? I am not familiar with either the Sony or Panasonic but I do have a Toshiba that is connected to a Theta Casa Nova. I am pleased with the CD sound which is very natural and open. . .	6
New RPTV power cord? Haven't tried that. I just plugged the TV into a RGPC. Night/Day results	5
Vandersteen 2Wq corner placement? I also have a pair of 2Wq matched to MG 3.6R. One of the subs is in a corner directly behind a speaker. The subs are properly intergrated and cannot be localized. I also have a . . .	4
Side Surround Speaker Cable Advise Please? I am presently using a 50' of Straightwire Quartet cable for my surround channels. Purchased them new from www.fatwyre.com for $320	4
Help with the right amp for JM Lab speakers Audio Refinement has excellent synergy with JM Lab	3
Someone please do me a favor Sampled the CD online and liked it. Just placed an order. Should have it in a few days. I will post by the weekend. Theta CasaNova, McCormack DNA .5 Rev A, Magnepan MG 3.6R, 2-. . .	3
Is Harman Kardon Signature amps/pre-amps that bad? I recently auditioned a HK Signature 2.0 for a week. The sound was thin and flat. Its retail price point is way too high to compete with the products in that range. If you need . . .	3
B&K ref. 20 or Sunfire TG1 I see you are struggling with a pre/pro decision because I saw your earlier post about purchsing a used pre/pro. Having owned a REF20 and just purchased another one on here for. . .	3
Does anyone own Magnepan MGMC1 & MGMCC I have not used the MGMC1 but do use a MGCC1 matched to a pair of MG 3.6R. A sub is essential along with a surround processor that allows you to crossover the Center channel at a . . .	3
Has Olivia Newton John recorded "Summertime" Not sure if this is what you hear but Charlotte Church has also recorded that song	2
McCormack HT-1 Deluxe 3 Channel Amplifier The HT1 is essentially 2 DNA .5 amps in 1 chassis with 2 channels bridged to form the Center	2
WEB Ordering of Large RPTV's I bought a Toshiba 40" RPTV from www.onecall.com about 1.5" years ago. TV was transported from WA to FL by freight truck. Item was delivered in excellent condition. . . .	2
Replacing Tweeter in JMLab Cobalt 806 Wouldn't it be easier to upgrade to the entry level Electra 906 or the new Cobalt 806S	2
Modified McCormack DNA 0.5 vs. DNA 125 Nicely stated Tim. I too am a DNA-0.5 Rev A owner	2