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Room size
From the perspective of system matching, I'd say moderate to moderate +. From the perspective of room acoustics, it's either small or large. Yours would be considered small. Bryan PapeLead Designer - GIK Acoustics 
I'm looking for a resonably priced 6+ outlet
BPT is one of only 2 brands I've had in my system that I'd keep (and did). All the rest just killed the dynamics and life in my system. The other was Running Springs.Chris from BPT is a great guy to work with. Excellent customer service all around... 
Is dirty power the culprit?
I don't know if it's ALWAYS a power thing but my guess based on your situation is that it's very likely. There are some very good power conditioners out there. The only 2 I'd put in my system would be the BPT and the Running Springs. If you have a... 
Surface damping with underlay?
You can very slightly improve transmission to the upstairs with a layer of MDF/etc. glued to the undersides. Just understand that the joists which are connected to the floor above are still exposed and will still transmit sound very well.As for th... 
Treating a small room with diffusers?
Absolutely. He's several feet away. Also, it matters what range of frequencies the diffusion is effective in as to the minimum distance. Those diffusers shown in those pics are probably maybe good to 700Hz or so if that low.Bryan PapeGIK Acoustics 
Room open on 2 sides, room treatment?
What needs to happen is to treat the hard surfaces in your area that are opposite the open areas. This will minimize the non-symmetry by reducing the intensity of the reflections making it appear acoustically farther away like the other side.Bryan... 
Treating a small room with diffusers?
Sorry - I'll have to disagree. Diffusion is best when you're farther away as the waves need proper time and distance to spread out. When you sit very close to a boundary, the biggest issue is actually bass buildup which requires absorption.I agree... 
Treating a small room with diffusers?
To the OP1. What are diffusors?**** Proper diffusion scatters sound not only in the physical domain but also in the time domain. There are a variety of uses from minimization of comb filtering behind bipole/dipole speakers to minimization of slap ... 
Materials for absorption panels
Because most of them in there are made of foam - and questionable foam at that. There are some decent ones there but nothing that you can't do cheaper DIY. 
Which Totem is better: Mani-2 or Forest?
If you can drive them, the Mani 2's are exceptional. They are what I have always dreamed of. A small 2 way that images like mad but with the bottom end of a floor stander. 
best amp match for totem mani 2?
Sim W-5 
Which speaker is the master of IMAGING ????
Best imaging I ever heard was a pair of Orignal Quads driven by Futterman OTL1's. 
What is everyone using for dedicated AC lines???
Dedicated 100A subpanel for theater room. All equipment on one leg, lights, utility outlets, etc. on the other leg. Standard to code 12-2 Romex for 20A ciruits. PS Audio Power Ports for PreAmp, Amp, and CD player, hospital grade isolated ground fo... 
What's your profession? Age?
Manager for a computer services company. Age 45.Keep on plugging. Save your money. When you see something used that fits the bill, jump on it. Yes, it takes some time but it's worth it. You'll get there for a lot less than 80k.I have less than 19k... 
Best Universal Player for DVD's , CD's w/ dvd-a
Check out the new Denon. I think the model number is 2900. Sounds great and simply outstanding for less than a grand new.