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How to sell Sonic Frontiers SFS 80 Tube Amplifier, Melos SHA Gold Tube Preamplifier, AlonI
Thanks both. 
Advice buying a Music Server? Just Olive 4HD?
I would not go for anything Apple, because unless you already have another Apple device (iwhatever), you are stuck with them forever. Without starting an Apple vs. PC flamewar (I happen to be a Linux user and outside that fray), I think a simple O... 
All in one HT speaker and subwoofer
pics to come, when sub arrives this coming Tuesday 
All in one HT speaker and subwoofer
TV is Toshiba Regza 42", Receiver: Integra DTR 4.5 sources:* jvc_xv_n650b_dvd* TVISTO (for ripped DVDs for younger set, so no DVD manipulation)* "antique" Zenith VCR* JVC double cassette deck (for backwards compatibility and nostalgia, even though... 
All in one HT speaker and subwoofer
I'm pretty sure they don't have to be the same brand. I just ordered the Hsu Research STF-2. 
All in one HT speaker and subwoofer
Mjcmt Polk 42" surroundbarVernneal - see my first post, thanks for your candid comments. 
All in one HT speaker and subwoofer
Set up Polk yesterday. Polk surroundbar is pretty convincing with surround effects, is solidly built, looks good (disappears in front of TV on a stand), and the included cable is a nice touch. Impressed.Still need a sub and am trying to choose bet... 
All in one HT speaker and subwoofer
This thread has gone quiet, so maybe I will report what I learned from talking to the sales folks of Aperion, ZVOX, and Polk. The Aperion guy was sure that their system was as good as Deftech mythos ssa, Polk Surroundbar, and Atlantic Tech FS 5000... 
All in one HT speaker and subwoofer
Hi David. Thanks for the suggestion. I used to have a ZVOX 325 (?) and while it is much better than TV speakers, it is a far cry from soundbars, at least from the Miller and Kreisel MP 4512. Do you have any experience with the newer models?However... 
All in one HT speaker and subwoofer
Thanks for the responses so far. Deftech sciii is interesting. I think the MK MP 4512 has better drivers than all those surround bars, but the polk and atlantic warrant a closer look. re. sub, i've been thinking of the JL audio ones but they are q... 
Best Looking SS Integrated Amplifiers Under $2,000
The gray Primare I30 s probably the next nicest looking IMHO to the Onix A-120. I prefer the glossy face of the Onix A-120 to the (at least in the pics on their site) more matte look of the Primare. The Primare has some sweet looking knobs, but I ... 
Best Looking SS Integrated Amplifiers Under $2,000
Got a Sony XDR-F1HD1 tuner which pulls in stations incredibly well. Only beef with it is it is tiny, and looks a trifle odd on top of the Onix A-120, which btw is a great amp. 
Best Looking SS Integrated Amplifiers Under $2,000
Actually, all I need now is a tuner to match and Onix doesn't make one anymore. 
Best Looking SS Integrated Amplifiers Under $2,000
@Tbromgard - Oui, le YBA, c'est vraimente magnifique. @Cmalak - yup, Paradigm Studio 20s. I just got my Onix A-120 and for now I'm all set. With the Onix CD-5 it is a pretty pair and sounds quite nice with the Paradigms. 
Best Looking SS Integrated Amplifiers Under $2,000
Thanks for the responses. The Marantz PM1551, Electrocompaniet and Pathos stuff do catch the eye. Obviously, quality matters but if you have an audio component in the living room that isn't on all the time, so for part of its life, it is merely an...