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Wuzzzer,
Sorry about your bad luck. I have the Mitsubishi WD57731 and my lamp died a little over 2 years from the date of purchase. I called warranty dept.and gave them details and had new lamp within 4-5 business days. Five minute install. Good as new. You should be covered under mfr's warranty. Check with Mitsubishi warranty dept. first before the extended warranty company.
Bill
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So tell me now what happens if I buy a CD player with an amazing DAC, but I use it before I buy a seperate amp. If it goes through the 2808, then which DAC does the signal get converted?
If you use your CD player as a transport only, then you would be sending a digital bitstream using either a digital coax cable or a fiber optic cable to the 2808's internal DAC's.
If using your CD player as a player, then the players internal DAC's are used and the converted signal(now analog) is sent to the 2808 via RCA cables bypassing it's internal DAC's.
Also in that case...since I will eventually be purchasing a seperate amp, what are some used CD players to look for that have really nice DACs?
You have not specified your budget for a player but here are a couple of suggestions for good used players.
http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?dgtlplay&1267571822&/Denon-3910-SACD-Player
http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?dgtltran&1266430444&/integra-dps--10.5-dvd/sacd-
These two are universal players with high quality DAC's and great build quality. I have the Onkyo version(DV-SP1000) of that Integra which is built like a tank and sounds great.
Here is a lesser version(one model down) of the Denon with still quality DAC's.
http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?dgtlplay&1267453838&/Denon-DVD-2910-sacd/dvd-a--uni
Bill
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I understand...but given today's technology, it seems like a downgrade to take a digital signal and turn it to analog no?
All digital audio signals must be converted back to analog signals to be heard through a speaker.
Digital signal>>>>D/A converter(onboard,outboard,processor,receiver,etc.)>>>>analog signal>>>>speaker>>>>sound
Bill
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So, with an older marantz like the one mentioned...digital connections to the cd player aren't even possible, so it's a trade off? Analog connections with older/better amps, than say, a digital connection from my denon AVR to a cd player?
If you were to use a vintage Marantz receiver in your two channel setup, the DACS in the CD player will do the converting and you would send the analog signal via RCA cables to the Marantz. You could also use the CD player as a digital transport and send the signal to an outboard DAC and then analog RCA to the Marantz. Your choice.
Bill
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Welcome to the forum.
Most important, buy what you can afford. With that said, I don't think your Denon has enough oomph to do the 83/64 combo any justice. While the Denon is a nice receiver, the RF-83's need some clean high current power to get the spl's way up to the level you desire without distortion.
One option is to get the RF-82 system and run the Denon by itself or(if I were you and can afford) let the Denon act as pre/pro and get an outboard amp to power the 83/64. Forum member Youthman has the 83/64 combo in his HT and is using a Yamaha RX-V1800(130w/ch). For a mid/high level receiver, the Yamaha has a very nice amp section . While the Yamaha does a very respectable job, he still wants an amp to really let it shine. I believe the amps in the Yamaha are more potent than what is in your Denon.
As I said before, if you can afford the 83/64 combo, get it and try it with the Denon alone. If you really like it loud, adding an amp will provide the headroom you want without any real danger to your equipment(except for your ears).
Bill
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If you really want your RF-7's/RC-7 to sing, add this and let the 705 handle the surrounds. No affiliation.
http://daytona.craigslist.org/ele/1508556284.html
Bill
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However, I this is new to me, I always used an AVR and a cd player, but I would like to keep that strictly for HT now, and set up a strictly 2 channel stereo kit.
If you are going to use your Forte II's in this 2 channel setup, this will be a match made in heaven.
http://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/ele/1539134855.html
Bill
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2 channel only? This is worth a try. No affiliation.
http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?preatran&1267470688&/Emotiva-rsp-2-erc-1-xpa-2-comp
Bill
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Wuzzzer,
Don't worry the fire is not gone. It looks like BF is having to carry the load again like in Green Bay. If the offensive line shows up next week and AP is patient and starts letting his eyes lead the way instead of just his shoulders and helmet, the Vikes will recover.
Bill
I think they listened to me.
Bill
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Welcome to the forum.
I remember the great old Khorn, Chorus II, Fortes but, I don't remember which might be best in my smaller room. I am thinking the Chrous II maybe be good. LaScalla maybe to big.
I am currently running a pair of Quartet's with a Marantz 2252b in a room that is 13 x 13 carpeted,w/queen bed,curtains. The combination has no problem filling the space with a sweet warm bass filling sound. When I had the Forte's running in the same space, it seemed a little bass heavy but still a great sound. I think with proper placement and EQ, the Chorus II's should satisfy your needs.
When you decide to upgrade your cd player, I'll take(buy) that Denon DCD-2560 from you.
Bill
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Well they never were made in North America or even close.
I just happened to look at the rear of my NAD 925THX today and found a little sticker that says "Manufactured in the USA".
Found today purely by coincidence.
Bill
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Laager,
I noticed the same thing a few months ago and came to the conclusion that it is a misprint. I know Klipsch didn't let the Doctor(Bose that is) design this setup.
Bill
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Great score on the Chorus II's. I was eyeing those also and calculating holiday traffic time from Kissimmee.
I have my Forte's 12 inches from front wall and about 16 inches from side wall in the corners. My Quartet's are at 18 inches and 12 inches. Both have about 8 degrees of toe-in.
Experts please chime in about life of crossovers.
Bill
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Well, right now the HT is being built in the living room of a very open Florida floor plan.
Another Florida forum brother. Where is your location? I say buy a sub next, then center, then amp. Have you seen this one yet? No affiliation.
http://orlando.craigslist.org/ele/1518847811.html
It is still available as of 6:48pm.
Bill
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Your Denon is a mid/high end receiver. I would try adding an amp first and then decide your next move. I think your Denon has the Realta chip in it, which is by all accounts the standard in video processing.
Bill
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Nice towers. Though the Chorus II's were not released until 1990, it looks like you have a pair mfd in 1989(33539 89 56 and 33539 89 57).
Bill
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Hey Dan,
To be honest, I have absolutely no experience with any AMC amps. I can't say either way whether the quality is good or what is a good price. The last on Audiogon sold for $430.00 back in Jan. 09. But $350.00 shipped might be worth a try. I do think a 150w/ch dedicated amp is plenty of power. Being that your Denon receiver is rated at 140w/ch(2 channels driven), I would suggest you get an amp with at least 125w/ch(all channels driven).
If the seller of the Denon(4400?) has two for sale, they would be a pretty good choice. Keep in mind of the amps age(17-18 yrs old). If they are in good shape and affordable to you, consider them.
Is your main objective to add amplification to the front speakers or L-C-R or all channels?
Again, where is your location? Forum members can better serve you in your search if we know your location(not address, just city).
Bill
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Been eaten em all my life. Georgia boy displaced. Try them with a dab of mayonaise.
Here's a recipe my mom just sent me:
BLACK EYED PEAS
1 Lb. Dried Blackeyed peas (Soak 1 to 2 hours or overnight)1 12 oz, Can Chicken Broth1 tsp. Hot Sauce1 small onion, finely chopped.1 or 2 Jalapeno peppers (chopped no seeds)1 qt. water to cook (add more as needed)Salt to tasteButterCook onions & peppers in butter til tender. Place all in largepot & cook til done, Approx. 2 hrs.Bill -
To be honest, for $250.00, your choices are limited. I would recommend you hold out a little longer and save up about $350.00 to $450.00 more and get you one of these.
http://www.emotiva.com/xpa3.shtm or http://www.emotiva.com/xpa3.shtm.
Many on this forum and other forums can attest to their build quality and sound quality. Emotiva is right at the top of the heap for best bang for the buck status.
Here is an affordable used 2 channel amp that should mate well with Polks though I would not recommend this with Klipsch speakers.
http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?ampstran&1266605682&/Adcom-GFA-555-Stereo-Amplifier
Bill
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Hi Bill, I have been looking at a few on ebay, Nad, Cambridge, any ones you recommend? I was looking for a 5 channel amp. Let me know Thanks for Your help.
What is the max you can afford? I/we can help serve you better if we knew your budget. Where is your location?
Bill
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Hi Bill do I go with an Integrated Amp or a solid state? thanks for the info, Dan
Well first let us have a better understanding of the terminlogy.
An integrated amp is an amp that has both the preamp section and the amplifier section in one chassis. It can be tube or solid state.
An amplifier is just the amplifier itself and it can be tube or solid state.
What I think you want to do is to ad an outboard amp and let your Denon receiver act as the preamp/processor. For HT duty and music, I would get a solid state amp.
Bill
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Good to have you back.
That Denon of yours is a nice receiver with some pretty high quality parts in it's gut. I am sure by itself it does a pretty good job. With that said, adding a nice high current amp will open up the midrange as well as the highs and lows. Tighter bass and better seperation with a lot of reserves on tap can be expected.
I am not sure on the Denon what "natural tune stereo" is but with my 5.1 system, it always sounds fuller and louder in plain ole stereo mode. In this mode more wattage is directed to the two front speakers.
Bill
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dskinner612,
Please do not let a little ribbing push you away. No one meant to offend you. Give us another chance and you will find that this forum is made up of a bunch of very good informative people that are always willing to help, suggest options, or just lend an ear or two.
Bill
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Welcome to the forum.
Noob questions are always welcome on this forum. We were all noobs at one time.
Being that your speakers are 8ohm, set your receiver at 6 or 8ohm. Some receivers(like Onkyo) only offer a choice between 4 or 6. Set it at 6ohms.
Bill
RC-62 vs RC-35 with RF-82 mains
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Bill,
Would wes8398 have been better off buying used Klipsch speakers? No warranty either. Remember, many of us buy used from C-list,A-gon,Ebay all the time with no warranty. $145.00 plus shipping used or new with or without warranty is still a good price.
Bill