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Apple versus PC
I prefer a Mac in every regard. Higher quality and very simple. Design and build of the mac is much, much better....hardware and software.If you ever get a chance to use the free Apple Remote App for the iPhone/iPod Touch, you'll never use anythin... 
Quietest 500GB Firewire drive?
Lacie makes a 500GB USB powered drive and a 1TB FireWire powered drive that are quiet and don't use fans. :) 
Any Info on Bel Canto e.One DAC 3 USB Upgrade?
It's available now. It's an outboard USB powered box that receives USB 24/96 and converts it to coaxial SPDIF. I think it's priced around $500.00. Hope this helps. 
How to manage a big itunes library?
I have a Drobo and it's a wonderful product. I don't think you would want it in your listening room. It's not as loud as some computers/drives, but it still has a "presence".I got one of the new FireWire 800 drives and new network option. I place ... 
Most Important?
It's all "important", but I would focus on matching an amp with your speakers. 
MAC Mini Digital Out cable?
The Mac Mini doesn't have a coaxial digital output. The HagUSB is the best solution I have found. It takes the USB output and converts it to a coaxial SPDIF output. You can order it directly from Hagerman.I have found that a good polished glass op... 
Who uses what Class 'd' modules?
What about Linn? 
itunes...do all versions sound the same???
After more listening I can clearly say that iTunes 8 sounds better. I have been doing a direct comparison with two MacBooks (one with iTunes 8 and the other with the previous version) and iTunes 8 is clearly better. Its not subtle on some material... 
itunes...do all versions sound the same???
I've been doing some serious listening over the last couple days and comparing. So far iTunes 8 might sound a little better.My AirPort Express 802.11n (AirTunes) seems to also sound better.I'm using two MacBooks with:Bel Canto DAC3HagUSB & 47 ... 
So whats your favorite music themed movie?
Sorry for the dublicate post. I made a mistake, but not sure what. :) 
So whats your favorite music themed movie?
Almost Famous (Who wouldn't want to go on that adventure?)Stop Making Sense (Best concert film.)Rattle And HumImmortal BelovedSpinal Tap (As a silly comedy.)The Ken Burns Jazz documentry is an excellent look at life, America and music.I also liked... 
So whats your favorite music themed movie?
Almost Famous (Who wouldn't want to go on that adventure?)Stop Making Sense (Best concert film.)Rattle And HumImmortal BelovedSpinal Tap (As a silly comedy.)The Ken Burns Jazz documentry is an excellent look at life, America and music.I also liked... 
Life As I knew in My Audio World Has Ended, Help
I'm sorry to hear about the changes. I had something similar happen to me a few years ago.Do you have an office at work where you can listen while you work? 
How can we settle for digital?
The Linn DS changed the way I think about digital. 
Krell KID vs. Wadia i170.
The Wadia. No contest.