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    Suggestion for amplifier

    I need some advise. I have an A/V setup from 20+ years ago and few months ago one of my amplifiers (Proceed HPA3 - 3 channel amp) stopped working. I need some help on what to look at as possible replacement. Here is my setup - B&W Nautilus 802 - stereo B&W HTM-1 - center channel Rel Stentor II...
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    Powered Sub Best Pre Amp

    I have a Klipsch powered subwoofer I want to connect it to my TV, which pre-amp would give the subwoofer optimal performance?
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    What is the point of having HDMI 2.1 outputs when all the inputs are HDMI 2.0?

    It is my understanding that HDMI 2.1 supports up to 48Gbps of bandwidth allowing for uncompressed 8k and higher quality audio. But isn't that pointless if your HDMI 2.1 source component is plugged into your receiver/processor that only has HDMI 2.0 inputs that can only handle 18Gbps of...
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    The impossible decision of buying an AVR/AVP!

    Goodday everyone, The past couple of months I have been trying to decide on which AVR/AVP device is the best for my system and I have been struggling to find something that will suit me. I currently have a new 5.0 surround system with 5 active speakers and I am planning of getting a sub too...
  5. Wack Audio

    Fluance Elite 2-Way Bipolar Speaker review

    Short Answer: Do not purchase this speaker Long answer: This particular Fluance speaker sounds like an IPhone speaker on poorly manufactured steroids. The overall sound is flat and raspy, the bass is non existent, and the highs are bright/hollow sounding. I have tried this speaker with several...
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    SOLD!!!: NAD C 316BEE Integrated Amp:SOLD!!!

    In excellent physical and working condition. Considered the best hifi amp for an entry price. v2 retails for $479. Sounded great with different speakers I tried with. Slim form factor. Price is $220 local cash pickup (zip code: 08540). I prefer local cash pickup and I am willing to travel...
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    Moving from a X6200W, help deciding between a X6700H or X4700H

    My precious X6200W of six years, took a good bit of a power surge, from a nearby lightning strike a few weeks ago. (HDMI 1 port is dead, all kinds of sporadic EDID issues between devices, and the pre-outs no longer work) My setup is 7.1.4, with the two rear heights powered by a 2-channel amp...
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    Given how expensive Chromecast Audio has become in the used market, has anyone succesfully used a Chromecast Video to stream to "old" amplifiers?

    Is the sound quality degraded or about the same? I just read a lengthy post on this forum where they analyzed all they could on Chromecast Audio: https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/review-and-measurements-of-chromecast-audio-digital-output.4544/ Is there one for...
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    Choosing between Denon AVRX4700H and Marantz SR7015. What should I get?

    I have an LG C9 OLED TV with KEF Q-750 towers, Q-650 center, Q150 rears, KUBE12 sub, and Onkyo410 Atmos. I plan on adding maybe 2 more 150 side speakers. I've borrowed my brothers Yamaha RXV579 last 2 months waiting for a receiver with HDMI 2.1 - anticipating PS5. Usage: 50% movies/sports...
  10. HionHiFi

    How to Hot Rod a Denon AVR-X3600H?

    How can we hot rod the Denon AVR-X3600H Receiver to get more performance out of it? Based on Amir’s review and measurements here, the X3600H is good platform to build a home theater or even a 2-channel system around. I have a 2-channel system. I, for one, would like to add a higher powered...
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    How to tell it's a match or not. DAC output to AV Receiver

    I want to install external DAC between android media player (Zidoo Z9S) and my AV receiver (Marantz AV8801) since the AV receiver cannot play DSD file using USB storage. How to see if the output from external DAC is a match to pre-amp built in AV receiver? Zidoo to external DAC (plan to buy...
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