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Power Cords on a $1000 budget what would you do?
It's a year later. I have managed to upgrade my system in places:Denon 3910 in place of the 2910.McCormack DNA-1 deluxe as my main amp (still using the 1095 for surrounds, center channel, and 2nd room inwalls)BPT Signature 3.5 in place of the Mons... 
McCormack DNA-1 vs Odyssey Stratus vs Marsh 400
I'm running a Rotel 1066 pre-proc in 2ch mode most of the time but need it for 5.1 when I play DVD's. Am using a Denon 3910 as a universal player. Acoustic Zen Hologram II speakers cables and all Neotech 7N UPOCC silver I/C's (these are supposedly... 
McCormack DNA-1 vs Odyssey Stratus vs Marsh 400
Thanks. Do you know if they will be a step up vs my Rotel 1095 presently being used? I also have the option of spending the same amount on a dedicated CDP such as a Rega Apollo or an older Arcam or Cary 300. Am presently using a Denon 3910. 
Neotech UPOCC Silver Interconnects vs AZen
Another source for Neotech products here in the [email protected] I have no affiliation other than to say I have purchased several Neotech products from Mike. They are an incredible value. 
The best power conditioner for less than $1K?
I bought a year old BPT 3.5 Signature for $1300. I know I asked for recommendations for less than 1K. I'll let you all know my impressions after I've had a chance to run in my system for awhile. 
Neotech UPOCC Silver Interconnects vs AZen
From a conversation I had with Robert Lee of AZen this is correct. Although he held out the claim he keeeps some of the shielding desin and conductor geometry his own proprietary trade knowledge. He did not however deny the relationship or the fac... 
New Denon 5910 for $1799?
I called back and found there to be one unit left. I was working with another saleman and was told the $1200 price was a one time special. While he was checked with the manager on the availability and price another saleman was working a deal to se... 
New Denon 5910 for $1799?
I checked back. All gone. I even stopped by on Monday morning and they were cleared out. 
New Denon 5910 for $1799?
I stopped by the store and was told they will only sell out of the store to maintain their regional territory commitment to Denon. I travel from Appleton to Chicago and back almost weekly. For anyone interested I would be willing (with cashiers ch... 
The best power conditioner for less than $1K?
Some additional detail:I actually am still running CD's with a Denon 2800. I recently sold my 2910 and have purchased a 3910. So I have yet to determine any positive effect of the upgrade to the 3910.I am using a VH Flavor 4 with Gold Furutechs to... 
Denon DVD-5900 vs DVD-3910
Did you mean the 3910 and the 5900? This is the comparison I'm interested in knowing about. 
New Denon 5910 for $1799?
This is a reputable dealer in a major metro area. Of coarse with State sales tax the total would top $1900. And I did confirm these are not "Ci" units. So anyone interested in a top-end universal may balk at not getting the cutting edge unit. This... 
What's the best CD/DVD player under $1000?
I spoke with a dealer in Milwaukee who said they carried Arcam for about 3 month and dropped them due to issues with quality control. He claimed a very high percentage of their stock came in defective. Has anyone else ever heard of a higher than n... 
New Denon 5910 for $1799?
Thanks for the info. Guess I'll look for a used 3910 for around $800 and wait for all of the new technology to roll out over the next year or so. 
Denon 2910 vs Denon 3910
I am now considering keeping my 2910 for video as it does have hdmi and 720p/1080i resolution. I see the PL-2 is highly rated. As for steal, I guess it's all relative. My budget will only allow for a dedicated CD player at around the $1k price poi...