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Surround Processor with Integrated Amp
Having 2 volume controls would not degrade sound?So keep volume control on amp constant, and adjust volume on processor?But, why not the other way around, keep volume control on processor constant and keep processor volume fixed?In other words:Cou... 
External Crossover?
to be exact, these are what's different:JPS Labs Alumiloy internal wiringRetuned crossovers featuring all new/upgraded parts as follows:Erse high-purity oxygen free copper air-core inductorsMills resistorsSonicapsErse poly capsGen.2 Sonicap 
External Crossover?
I have asian market Usher Be-718, doesnt i know the US version has upgraded crossover parts, and i think JPS internal wiring. I was thinking about upgrading mine. Wanted to see how I could go about it. 
Burmester 069
I am not too sure about the 001, but compared to my brother's 061, i thought the 069 gave me a sense of grander/fuller scale, detailed but with sharper contrast, regal and majestic. When my bro got 061, I thought to my self, 'no way a redbook CD p... 
CD player NOT made in China under $1,000?
Rega and Oppo might be in your price point...But if you are looking for great sound, I would seriously look into a good DAC, like Benchmark's DAC? and then use what you have as transport?VERY hard to find a good HiEnd HiFi player for under $1000, ... 
Cables Are Crazy, what do you think?
HiFi is a hobby. As with any other hobbies, It comes down to your disposable income, and how much of it you are willing to part with to get the difference you are looking for. We all would like everyone to agree w/ us, but that seldom happens. No ... 
Considering a dedicated transport, need help
wow, i really screwed up those links huh?Stello CDT100 http://www.aprilmusic.com/main/sub02_02_01.htmlCEC TL51Xhttp://www.cec-international.de/pages/s50.htmlNorth Star Design M192http://www.northstar.it/northstar_eng.html?audio=cdtransport.htmlAs ... 
Channel Imbalance - HELP
First thing that came to my mind was, maybe your left ear is bigger than the right ear?But on serious note, maybe it's room acoustics?Are your walls are made of different materials? Room is asymmetrical? 
April Music Stello CDT100
Hey Kell Man, thanks~ I didnt even know about CDT200, i didnt see it on their site, but i did see this:http://www.aprilmusic.com/main/sub02_04_01.html#01It has digital inputs 2toslink, 1coax and USB, expactly what I need... It eliminates the need ... 
April Music Stello CDT100
I was also considering these:North Star M192 Transporthttp://www.northstar.it/northstar_eng.html?audio=cdtransport.html#Uses Philips CD Pro2 mechanism.CEC TL51Xhttp://www.cec-web.co.jp/products/cdplayer/tl51x/tl51x.html 
My Setup - Room Treatment Suggestions?
Well, I am not gonna get something bulky or permanent (i might be moving).And I'm really considering moving my system in the basement (down side is ceiling would rattle).On the other hand, with system in my room, I cannot turn it up too loud... en... 
Just purchased Usher Be-718. Need Help with Setup
I just ordered 23" 4post Sound Anchors...should see them in 3weeks. CANT WAIT! 
Just purchased Usher Be-718. Need Help with Setup
By the way Sound Anchor sent me their on file blue print of 23" 4post + 24" 3post Be-718 stands. If you want i can foward them. 
Just purchased Usher Be-718. Need Help with Setup
Telescope,I am leaning toward Sound Anchors custom Be-718 23" stand. They advertise them as acoustically dead. Prefilled. The top surface is 7.75"w X 14"d that is almost entire base of the BE-718. It was hard for me to find a stand w/ big enuf top... 
Just purchased Usher Be-718. Need Help with Setup
Since Be-718's port is in the front. Is it more forgivable when placed near front wall?Right now they are about 10" from my front wall. I would like to bring them closer to listening position, but speakers would be too in-my-face. And for an asyme...