miner42

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One Subwoofer out, two subwoofers
I would put the Y-splitter at the 1st sub input (split Denon signal to L&R at sub), then daisy chain (2 cables) from 1st sub to 2nd sub. 
Best Budget Choice for Preamp w/MC Built-In?
Take a look at a used Rotel RC-1070. A reviewer from a HiFi mag had said the price of the pre is worth it for the phono stage alone. Used can be had for $300. 
John Mayer Trio???????
The band is very tight & JM 's vocals are sharp even though he struggles with some notes. The recording is so so but overall the CD is a pleasure to listen to. He makes me hurt while watching him sing on his vids. 
Pre-amp for Rotel RB-1092
I ordered a RC-1090 last night. Will be hear soon - shipping from Phoenix, AZ. 
Amplifier problem
Is this a Rotel RB-1080? If so, there are known issues with fuses/capacitors. Rotel has a contact site on their web page. Write them and ask - they are good about getting back to customers. 
Best Concert Film
The Last Waltz then...Now:Richard Manuel commited suidice shorty afte the filmRick Danko died of a heart attackGarth Hudson - isn't he the leader of "the others" on 'Lost'?Robbie Robertson - still producing musicLevon Helm - not looking good 
khartago v. rotel 1070 power amp
I have a Rotel RB-1070 powering some B&W 804N speakers. It does a nice job of opening these high-current speakers up. I am looking at possibly upgrading to the RB-1080 but am waiting unitl the fuse/capacitor issues are worked out. I am not fam... 
Can I plug my iPod directly into an amp?
My iPod (30Gb) is connected via the docking station using a 'M' product as the IC in the AUX jack of my preamp. Sounds good but not as clean as a CD. Most of my music is burned using the standard apple format. I had contemplated redoing all using ... 
Hiss noise from speakers
Thanks for all of the responses. I went to my dealer and listened to Classe & Krell - both of which exhibited some noise fromt he tweeters of B&W 803. I suppose I willjust live with this - not a big deal since I can't hear from my listenin... 
Hiss noise from speakers
I can only hear it when my ear is next to teh tweeters. And, as mentioned, only when pre is on. Don't hear it when only amp is on. So, this is common among separates? 
Polk LSi 15's
I found the LSi15 to be somewhat bass-lacking. Personally I liked the LSi25 better with the built in active sub. My earlier adventure into Polk brought me a pair of RT-20p that I truly loved but kept having amp problems (Built-in 2-8" powered subs... 
Time to upgrade - need advice
Any suggestions ona tubed pre/SS amp combo. I lesten to mostly classic rock. My speakers are B&W N804 & ASW800 sub. Thanks for all replies. 
Time to upgrade - need advice
Thanks for your responses. My budget can not afford $3000 preamps and amps - although I do wish it could. I am looking for solid state vs tubes - just my choice. I don't consider Rotel MidFi - Denon, Pioneer, Marantz, Onkyo, etc is MidFi to me. 
Time to upgrade - need advice
My speakers are B&W N804 & ASW800. 
Nad372 vs Rotel 1070 vs Denon PMA 2000
Try a Rotel RC-1070 pre (Excellent phono section) and a RB-1070 amp (130/ch). You should be able to buy used for $700.