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XM now sounds worse
I also notice a difference in sound quality between different channels. The other thing I notice is in my car when some channels drop out I can switch to a more popular channel and it will not drop out. This may have something to do with bandwidth... 
XM now sounds worse
XM Still sounds just like it always has. I really is quite good. I have the Polk Audio tuner plugged into my McIntosh MDA1000 DAC with a nice digital cable. Last night I was listening to MX70 (jazz) and I could not beleave how good it sounded.I wo... 
Can a PC match the quality of the best CD players?
Check out HUSH PC's they are fanless and are of pretty high quality, you can put them right in your rack if you want, they would make a pretty nice music server. I agree use an external DAC with a nice Digital cable could make a big difference.htt... 
BAT vs Cary
I would go with Cary for a few reasons. Component synergy is one. When you stick with one company the components seem to match up real well. The SLP98 and the new SPL05 are really nice tube preamps. The solid state pre's are also really nice. Depe... 
$8,000 budget--Need help
Hey,When you go to CES check out Cary Audio, They really have some nice stuff, Also You can get a nice start with some used McIntosh Gear. I will be at CES, I can't wait to see and here all the great gear. Good luck, It sounds like you have a grea... 
SPL METER? ATI OR RADIO SHACK
I got the Radio Shack digital version, It has been great, Unless I go int buisness needing an SPL it is good enough.I think it was around 49.00 or so. 
Is it bad to stack your equipment
Thanks everyone. I guess I better shelf each componet on there own. Without a woodworking shop I am not so good a working with wood. I think I better spend the money on a nice rack or hire a carpenter to build one for me.Thanks again for all your ... 
Opinions on the Mac MA 2275?
I really like the MC2275, It would be the amp I would get if I was going intergrated and tube. It has a lot of great features and is well built. The price is nice too. You basicly have the C2200 and the MC275 combined and if you bought both of tho... 
custom built rack's.
The Acoustic Dreams and the Symposium racks are built like tanks and look great. Also the Rix Rax racks are really nice and he does custom work, he will build you anything you want.Acoustic dreamshttp://www.acousticdreams.net/Isolation_racks.htmSy... 
how to get rid of albums
I would love to have them. I have been wanting to get into vinal for a while now and I listen to 70 rock and Jazz.Maybe you can send them Postage Due. Email me at [email protected] Mark 
DVD/SACD with coax digital input?
Yes,Cary Audio has a nice SACD/CD/HDCD player that has digital inputs. It is a very nice playerhttp://www.caryaudio.com/products/audio/cd306sacd.shtmlMark 
Signal Cable -- High End Generic?
I like the Signal Cable's and think they are a real deal. I was using cardas quad link 5's speaker cables at 300.00 (8ft pair) and went to 35ft cables (280.00 4+ times longer) from Signal and my system is now more open, the sound stage is larger a... 
McIntosh or BAT amps what is your preference
Theo,The dealer may be right. The MC207 was designed for HT and I am sure its really nice, but it's hard the beat the MC352 for a 2 channel system. 
Decent reciever on a budget?
The McIntosh MC2275 with the Tuner module will get you a great high end system going very quickly. 
McIntosh or BAT amps what is your preference
No I have not heard the MC207, I wonder if you can call a dealer and have them set one up. Some dealers will do that for you.I wanted to try the MC1201's with the C200 but no dealer in New England have the MC1201's in stock. They are all pushing t...