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Optical Toslink splitter
Good. If you like it then this is good. It is your music and this should be your decision. I can understand your point...that there should be no loss in quality.Lots of folks hereabouts don't like anything but a clean feed from one point to anothe... 
When you have a really good Pre/Pro
this depends on your choice of DAC. Just a 'better'DAC does not mean you will like it. which do you like to listen to? it is possible that a seperate pre/pro DAC is better on satellite receptions but not so good on DVDs.Sorry, your question is one... 
Dish Network BLOCKS OUT Viacom channels???
I have a local HDTV antenna and the quality is better than satellite. I don't miss them at all. 
antenna unplug
Good. Don't go back.Why?...well, who cares. Keep futzing and you will be happy as I have tried many of the same adjustments and i can see the differance. No logic; just better music. 
Tuner recommendations
You really don't need to spend a whole lot on a tuner. I do suggest trying for a classic tube unit. I do however like the tuners that show digitally what station I am listening to.I have a very old vintage Fisher tuner that had been restored and i... 
Review: Emm Labs DCC2 DA converter
I purchased me Audio Aero Cap II here on audiogon at an 'average' resale price.Perhaps I can be talked into a change, but can anything actually be more than twice as good since it costs twice the price?Still, I do envy you for being able to have s... 
Review: Emm Labs DCC2 DA converter
i have been waiting for your review. Interesting. 
quality xlr y adapters- where to buy
I saw an earlier thread with the same question. Lots of answers. Try a search on 'adapters'You might contact www.A2Zcables.comAlso, try Stu Wein at www.audiopartsinc.com 
Results of Installing "Porter Ports" in system...
Albert shipped me a bunch of his Porter Ports just before he left for CES. This prompted me to install a new breaker at my service and to run a dedicated line to a pair of Porter Ports.I am happy with the results. 
Talkin' bout YOUR generation...
The One Enlightening Band?The Beatles. 
Help My DVD player is playing through all sources
whew....you had better settle down and get a system together to troubleshoot your proble.Unplug everything. Start with just one component. Try it with Coax and then, without changing any settings, try it with optical. One should work while the oth... 
After 5 years, format war? What format war?
Alas, here we go again. I define the problem by investment and availability. Redbook covers everything and this is where my investment is. I also shudder at the thought of again replacing my favorite albums with yet another format. I refuse to pur... 
Best big screen for under $4000.00
I still have trouble getting used to a High Definition TV that has a picture tube. I suppose it is a bit like Solid State vs. tube: all of the specs say Solid State; most of us humans go for tubes.I think that a really good projector is the way to... 
How many amps should I buy for my speakers?
B&W nautilus need power. Lots of it. I am of the opinion that the Nautilus Series have a much better visual presence than audio quality. The smaller B&Ws are fine but it takes real passion to stick with Nautilus. there are alternatives.Of ... 
Basic HDTV Question?
It is www.antennaweb.org to find out what kind of antenna you need.www.avsforum.com will update you on projected time frame of availability of HDTV.