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do burnt CD copys sound as good as originals?
Seandtaylor99,I have Roxio CD creator (an older version), and it too has a duplicate CD function...but it doesn't say what happens in the duplication process. Can I assume it's a bit-for-bit transfer? 
CD player wanted $500-$1000
I see that the Apollo is a top loading player...do you know how much clearance you would need if it is to be placed in a cabinet? 
do burnt CD copys sound as good as originals?
So how do you burn CD's "bit-for-bit" on a Windows system without compressing? 
Which DVD player
I brought home the Rotel 1092 to compare with the Marantz 9600 and lo and behold, the HDMI out on the Rotel does not work! I'm quite surprised and disappointed. It is the demo unit at the dealer and he mentioned that they were having some trouble ... 
High pitch noise
I am having a similar problem. I have an Integra DTR-7 AV receiver connected to a Plinius 9200 integrated amp via the pre-outs. I noticed a loud hum coming from my speakers when watching movies with the digital output coming through the AVR. Someo... 
Which DVD player
Thanks for the advice. I am not interested in SACD anyways, so I would probably lean to the Rotel. I have a dealer nearby that sells both the Denon and the Rotel, so hopefully I can demo both. 
Which DVD player
Is Oppo well rated for 2-channel audio as well? Read the review of the Denon and it seems nicely priced for what you get. 
Matching the center channel to the fronts
Thanks for the advice...I intend only to listen to 2 channel music. It was my inclination to pick the fronts and just go with whatever center channel fits. It will still be better than my current center, even if its a class down from the fronts. B... 
Best Brandenburg Concerto recording CD
Recording quality would be more important for demoing the speakers, but of course a great performance is appreciated also. Thanks for the suggestions.