unclejeff

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autoswitching dac?
www.copperbox.com might be worth a try. I am sure there are switching boxes for digital, but most are for analog. A decent pre or processor can do it. My Audio Aero Capitole Mark II Cd player has digital inputs for coax, fiber optic, AES and some ... 
FM Antenna positioning question
It is quite curious this whole thing with FM reception. Sometimes the cheapest antenna works better in that particular corner of your home where it sits near your equipment better than a state-of-the-art big-time expensive antenna.On occasion I ha... 
Does a non-audiophile have to calibrate?
I ditto the suggestion to contact Rives. He usually does jump in on threads like this one. If you can get Rives to review the above it will be to your advantage. I understand his calibration equipment is both good and user friendly. 
2 Questions about Audio Aero Capitole
Good questions.Okay, The Capitole comes with a circuit board that supports the P4, P5, etc. chip. I think the very latest Capitole comes with a P6.5 chip that has an analog passthru so you can run your tuner through it and dispense with a Pre alto... 
CD player upgrade
You can keep the Sony and invest your money in a real nice DAC. Then, at a later time you can improve the transport. 
What other speakers would you consider for this ..
Check out the Kef 205s or the Kef 207s, both from their newest reference line. I Auditioned Tannoy, Nautilus and went for the 205s---the 207s were wife-vetoed. 
Is the Audio Aero Prestige available yet?
The Audio Aero web site has a bit if info on the Prestige. Also, I echo the suggestion to call Globe. Very helpful people. 
Home Entertainment Show in SF in November 2004
I happened to be in San Francisco last year while the show was in full swing; but I only learned about it later that week here on audiogon.Second chances in life are good. Expensive...perhaps, but still, good. 
'best' CD changer out there?
I use a very high-end single CD player and I have a toslink connection to a standard, off-the-shelff CD changer. This way I get the excellent DAC and CD changing on the rare occasions I use the changer. 
reliability of Audio Aero capitole mk II
I have had excellent experience with the Mark II. There were earlier problems with the chips that were pretty much remedied with the introduction of the P4 chip. My unit was one of the first ones to come out with the P4 chip.I use mine as my pream... 
Can you help me find the Highest Quality Switch?
If ever there was a warning to be listened to, the above is it! 
So, again, a question concerning amps.
Hey Breitlingdj;I don't know why you feel that "no one on this forum answers your questions.." as I do remember answering one of your questions and I did a quick search and I find you have an 35 responses to seven questions. Allowing for your resp... 
What is a Low Pass Filter
I am told that different filters will alter the quality of the sound and that, even though a filter is screening out inappropriate frequencies, there can be a perceptable altering of the final product that you might or not not like.This is just on... 
Fluctuating volume in one channel: Part II
You have probably reached the point where you need to take it in for service as you probably don't have the testers that can find a short.On new vs. old threads I have found that the people who have been of previous help on a problem are often the... 
DLP rear projector recommendation please
Another really great link is www.projectorcentral.com