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dts question
What I find to be the biggest difference between DTS and DD, is that the sound is more enveloping in DTS. Sometimes I could swear that there are speakers all around me, and not just in the front and back. I am still only using a 5.1 setup. It does... 
Digital crossovers?
Steved, thanks for your response. I did find their website, doing a web search, and I saw pictures, of the crossovers. I was surprised to see that they were outboard devices. I have already been talking to a speaker builder about making a pair of ... 
Digital crossovers?
Dawg, I have two way speakers and a sub, do I need two for the speakers ($400x2) and one for the sub? Are they installed internally, if so did you install them? Does Behringer have a website? 
Your ''best kept secret'' speaker choice ?
ESS speakers are my pick. I've heard many more expensive brands, and I wouldn't trade mine for any of them. They can be bought direct from factory for less than $1500 per pair. A bargain to say the least. I haven't heard the Kitharas, listed above... 
Best subwoofer hookup?
Thanks Dannylw, I am using the pre-outs now, and it sounds good on music. I haven't tried the speaker level yet, because I don't have an extra set of matching speaker wires. 
Spectron Musician II -- deep bass perfomance??
Also for Sattothestars, have you heard the Acoustic Reality amps? I have a short list of A.R., Spectron, and Stellavox. I can probably afford one of these used, haven't seen any Stellavox used yet. What do they cost new? 
What is your favorite low-tech tweek?
Mod the stock power cord for the CD or DVD player. First I cut the cord so it just reaches the outlet. Second, I separate the two strands. Third, wrap aluminum tape around both strands. Fourth, put copper coax around the tape. Next, attach the lea... 
What is your best kept secret in mid-fi?
Amongst the many already mentioned, a couple that were big improvements in my system.1. Shielded power cord for the CD player.2. Separate dedicated AC outlet for CD player.3. Clean CD's with mold release remover. 
CDP"s with digital input ?
What about the Theta Miles, digital input on this one? 
How come no one talks of sansui?
I have a TU 9900 that I still use in my vintage analog system, it sounds great. And I have a 441 receiver that works fine, although I'm not using it at the present time. 
Center Channels sound crappy
I use two center channel speakers,on both sides of the monitor. The tweeter and smaller driver are now in the same plane as the main speakers. I have a Y adapter from the center channel out, into a stereo amp so each channel drives one speaker. I ... 
Your ONE all time favorite love song?
I love you more than you'll ever know, sung by Al Kooper on Blood Sweat & Tears first album, Child is father to the man. I think every man can relate to this one. 
Wash, Cut, Polish & Demagnetize
Matchstikman, Funny you should ask, but a large number of CD-R's come in green plastic, and black. I've only heard a few copies, on some of these, and they sound really good. As good or better than the originals? Can't say yet, but I'm going to do... 
Time machines
In the summer of 73, I went into a high end stereo store for the first time. I entered the place with the idea of spending between four and five hundred dollars. Out of curiosity I wanted to hear what the more expensive systems sounded like, so I ... 
Audiogon "RECORDINGS TO DIE FOR" list
In a glass house - Gentle GiantAja - Steely DanChicago Transit AthorityFaces - Earth, Wind, & FireDark side of the moon - Pink FloydBlood, Sweat, and TearsAbbey Road - Beatles