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post #31 of 279
2/15/10 at 11:08am
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Thanks guys!

Yes the 60" Kuro seems small too...

I have the turntable in my 2.1 system in my family room
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post #32 of 279
2/15/10 at 11:29am
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Originally Posted by KahunaCanuck View Post

Thanks guys!

Yes the 60" Kuro seems small too...

I have the turntable in my 2.1 system in my family room

as the saying goes "thats hot"
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post #33 of 279
2/15/10 at 1:38pm







Need I say more?!!!!!
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post #34 of 279
2/15/10 at 8:05pm
Your system is one that most only dream to have. You've done a great job with the gear selection.

Will you be looking at the Mac MX-150 to match the rest of the Mac amps whenver it comes out?
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post #35 of 279
2/15/10 at 8:33pm
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I plan to listen to the MX150, but am not holding my breath that it will sound better than the Classe. I think the room correction will be very good, but the Classe is hard to beat for sound quality.
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post #36 of 279
2/16/10 at 6:46am
Awesome. You can name your HT "The Big Kahuna".
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post #37 of 279
2/16/10 at 9:19am
Damn.... one fine system in a very nice looking room
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post #38 of 279
2/16/10 at 1:32pm
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Hello KahunaCanuck.

I know this entry should be posted in your thread, but you embedded a photo of the MX-980 so you are open game!

First off, we haven't been properly introduced. I'm Ldgibson76. Welcome to the WYSC section.
You're system is REEEEE-DICULOUS! I'll post in your thread, how I really feel momentarily.

Now about the MX-980 remote. KC, despite not having a touchscreen, this is arguably the nicest remote you can own. Virtually, limitless memory and as far as the macro configuration, you would need way more equipment than you currently own to max it out. The remote can control every remote controlled device in your home! And IR isn't an issue. Programming is at first a little difficult, but once you do it, nothing can touch the functionality. Besides, all you have to do is call Universal Remote and they will walk you thru the programming. If you like, I will PM you a direct line # to one of the Customer Service-Tech reps. They are very helpful and patient!

Hello again KC!

The above quote/post was moved from "Waboman's" thread. As a matter of fact, contrary to my initial post, I do need to say more.

You have a remarkable ensemble. The B&W Nautilus pkg is just breath-taking.
Honestly speaking, I really do not think you will have an improvement in performance going with the upcoming Mc prepro. The Classe' SSP-800, as far as processors are concerned is arguably the pinnacle for 2 channel playback. It's not too bad at multi-channel performance either. Not taking anything from McIntosh because you know with D&M, you can be sure, the very best processors and DAC's will be in the new MX-150. BTW, do you have the most recent updates installed on the SSP-800?

Regards,
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post #39 of 279
2/21/10 at 12:05pm
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Hello again KC!

The above quote/post was moved from "Waboman's" thread. As a matter of fact, contrary to my initial post, I do need to say more.

You have a remarkable ensemble. The B&W Nautilus pkg is just breath-taking.
Honestly speaking, I really do not think you will have an improvement in performance going with the upcoming Mc prepro. The Classe' SSP-800, as far as processors are concerned is arguably the pinnacle for 2 channel playback. It's not too bad at multi-channel performance either. Not taking anything from McIntosh because you know with D&M, you can be sure, the very best processors and DAC's will be in the new MX-150. BTW, do you have the most recent updates installed on the SSP-800?

Regards,

I've held off with the dual board install/software update (I have the card and am ready to do it) as I am waiting for the next firmware update which will supposedly drop all of the little bugs left. I am currently decoding everything in the Denon BD3800 and love the performace...so it can only get better!
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post #40 of 279
2/22/10 at 9:54pm
Just Absolutely Awesome I just Love it Top work on your Setup
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post #41 of 279
3/5/10 at 11:04am
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I really love the McIntosh in combination with the 800s...and the Classe is fantastic at delivering the detail without sounding harsh or cold.

I've noted the B&W/Mac combo quite a bit. I did a demo of the 501s (not that I can buy them now), and it was through a pair of B&Ws. What is the particular synergy that makes this such a popular pairing?
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post #42 of 279
3/5/10 at 10:49pm
To me it's kinda like Krell and Martin Logan. They've been associated together for so long it's an almost word of mouth thing. Some brands also just "work" together.
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post #43 of 279
3/6/10 at 12:02am
Speechless
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post #44 of 279
3/6/10 at 3:56am
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To me it's kinda like Krell and Martin Logan. They've been associated together for so long it's an almost word of mouth thing. Some brands also just "work" together.

The salesman at my demo mentioned Audio Research as a good pairing with McIntosh, and that my preamp (an AR, though older) would be even better with the 501s than the Mac used in the demo.
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post #45 of 279
3/7/10 at 10:52pm
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I've noted the B&W/Mac combo quite a bit. I did a demo of the 501s (not that I can buy them now), and it was through a pair of B&Ws. What is the particular synergy that makes this such a popular pairing?

I think to really simplify it, B&W"s generally are super detailed, while the McIntosh sound is more warm and they combine well together...
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post #46 of 279
3/9/10 at 6:50am
Another question. Looking at your photos again, I wondered how far in front of the display that center channel is and whether that has any negative effect on imaging. Obviously, there wren't too many places to put it, and it looks properly formidable where it is (!), but centers are usually underneath/immediately in front of the display. How is the sound?
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post #47 of 279
3/9/10 at 9:18pm
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Well I have not ever been able to fit the speakers directly to the same plane as the screen, I guess there is about 2 feet between the screen and the front of the speakers, but since the three in the front are all in a line, it has never been an issue. Imaging works well, you can hear someone run from side to side etc. If I was building the room I would have them all flat against the screen line, but this will have to do!

Cheers!
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post #48 of 279
3/26/10 at 4:09pm
In that case, why not just knock back a cold one (perhaps strawberry) and watch something!
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post #49 of 279
3/27/10 at 12:21pm
I'm pretty sure you can buy a center speaker stand for that center.
But,will it hold the weight?
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post #50 of 279
3/27/10 at 12:35pm
That is an incredible system. I know you mentioned you have a 2 channel system but do you listen to music on your ht system? How many amps is the circuit that your amps run on? What is your address and when is the next time you will be out of town?
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post #51 of 279
3/27/10 at 6:09pm
Great looking room. Love the gear and the color choices.
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post #52 of 279
4/6/10 at 12:14am
Kahuna -

I know we've exchanged many posts prior to this, but I just have to give my official thumb's up to your HT room.

Fantastic gear in a very handsome room. Stylishly masculine. This may seem strange, but I'm oddly drawn to that wall-to-wall shag carpet you have in there.

Your room reminds me of the first time I heard the 802N's in my friends dedicated HT room. That was literally one of the most mind blowing HT's I've ever heard. We watched a scene from Blade 3, where Blade was slicing through dozens of vampires, and as each one burst into flames I could literally feel the sparks shower over me. It was phenomenal!

- Tim
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post #53 of 279
4/8/10 at 11:40pm
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Thanks guys/Tim!

Yes, I do listen to 2 channel music in my theatre a lot...I have my computer hooked straight into the Classe 800, and run both itunes and Mediamonkey (for hi res FLACs). Constantly am awed by the sound...

I am looking to pick up a Oppo to replace my Denon 3800 and older Oppo so I have one "universal" player and faster load times.

I'm also kickin around the idea of replacing the 805s in my 2 channel setup for the 805Ds...but keep that on the lowdown, my wife will kill me!

Mike
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post #54 of 279
4/8/10 at 11:46pm
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Originally Posted by KahunaCanuck View Post


I'm also kickin around the idea of replacing the 805s in my 2 channel setup for the 805Ds...but keep that on the lowdown, my wife will kill me!

Mike

It'll be worth it.
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post #55 of 279
4/13/10 at 8:19pm
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...I have my computer hooked straight into the Classe 800, and run both itunes and Mediamonkey (for hi res FLACs).

How do you have your computer connected to the pre/pro? Does the Media Monkey interface come across on your TV?

I use MM for my FLACs and playlists, but put them on an external hard drive + WDTV to get them into my receiver. Wondering if there is a simpler way.
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post #56 of 279
4/13/10 at 11:32pm
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My computer is at the end of my theatre, so I have a 30 foot toslink straight out of my pc sound card into the Classe. I also have a dvi outinto an hdmi so I can use the Pioneer as a 2nd monitor. I am hoping to get an ipad at some point and run things off of it, but I am waiting to see for now...no magic bullet, sorry!
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post #57 of 279
4/28/10 at 10:46am
As for the Kuro looking too small, how far away are you, screen to eyes?
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post #58 of 279
4/28/10 at 10:49am
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Well I have not ever been able to fit the speakers directly to the same plane as the screen, I guess there is about 2 feet between the screen and the front of the speakers, but since the three in the front are all in a line, it has never been an issue. Imaging works well, you can hear someone run from side to side etc. If I was building the room I would have them all flat against the screen line, but this will have to do!

Cheers!

Well, I've always heard/read that for the best imaging, the display should be behind the plane of the speakers, so you should be good as is. And with that equipment, very good as is.
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post #59 of 279
4/28/10 at 11:13am
^ That's an understatement.
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post #60 of 279
4/29/10 at 11:30pm
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As for the Kuro looking too small, how far away are you, screen to eyes?

It's 14 feet from your eyes to the Screen, another 4 inches to the Pioneer.

Mike
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