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  1. gene

    So what DOES make for a good amplifier?

    Its usually NOT a good idea to use pro gear for home theater. Pro gear is designed mostly for sound reinforcement - very high powerful amplifiers whose sole purpose is to produce a alot of sound at the expense of a high noise floor and overall fidelity. In a concert venue this is appropriate...
  2. gene

    Top 5 favorite bass players

    Jaco Pastorius (Weather Report, Solo/varios) Tony Levin (King Crimson, Peter Gabriel, others) Nathan East (Fourplay, Eric Clapton, etC) Chris Squire (Yes) Steve Rodby (Pat Metheny Group)
  3. gene

    So what DOES make for a good amplifier?

    That article was written to debunk a bogus spec that some receiver manufacturers boast about instantaneous current. It does NOT negate the importance of a solid power supply or an amp with REAL world headroom. I plan on doing some more articles on this topic when time permits.
  4. gene

    So what DOES make for a good amplifier?

    I don't ever recall publishing an article on Audioholics stating power supply is NOT a factor. Damping factor is a nebulous term since it all depends on how it was measured which is why output impedance is something you should look more closely at. If you look at any of my amplifier reviews...
  5. gene

    Massacre at Virginia Tech

    Truly a sad event and tragedy for all of those involved. I had to re-read this three times b/c I couldn't believe that many people were killed. Each time I read it, I hoped for them to only be injured. Unreal.
  6. gene

    Denon AVR-5805 Audyssey MultEQ XT

    You likely don't have it set to "Audyssey" for all modes of operation or have custom bass management set for different modes. Check both of these.
  7. gene

    Top 10 Guitar Players all genres

    Lee Ritenour is a phenominal guitarist, one of the great ones in Jazz. Unfortunately his music (like so many other jazz musicians) for the past decade or so IMO has been less than inspiring b/c he has to confirm to the Smooth Jazz radio station protocol to get air time.
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    Denon AVR-5805 Audyssey MultEQ XT

    The light will only remain green if you don't alter any parameters which were calibrated in the auto setup such as level trim, delay settings, speaker size, etc. If you alter any of these, the light will turn red but you can still engage the Audyssey correction curve.
  9. gene

    HSU Research HB-1 Bookshelf Speaker Review

    What fences need mending? We have a fine working relationship with Klipsch and provide them ample coverage as indicated by our most recent THX Ultra 2system review and the past trade show coverage.
  10. gene

    RBH Sound Signature T-30LSE System Review

    I think AVrev.com is next followed by Absolute Sound ???
  11. gene

    Halo 3 Sneak Peek & Official Audioholics Discussion

    You not liking the new shield bubble or just the normal shields like they had in Halo 2? I never played Halo 1 but some people have told me they preferred the gameplay of 1 over 2. Any comments?
  12. gene

    Underlined Words??? WTF

    They are intellitxt links from one of our affiliates. We had these enabled on the old site and forums as well and just recently got them back online on the site and forums. They help pay the bills to keep our great services to you FREE of charge :D
  13. gene

    SVS Advice

    You need to qualify this statement perhaps by first stating its your opinion, and secondly perhaps stating "for the price". I can count more speaker brands that don't sell direct in two hands that offer far better products then most internet direct brands but they usually cost more than the...
  14. gene

    RBH Sound Signature T-30LSE System Review

    I was fortunate to get the scoop on these speakers as the pre-production units were sent to me before they were ever officially announced. Other publications are reviewing them now so you should see other reviews shortly.
  15. gene

    Theater Research is so hip!

    Note the word "digital" which automatically prequalifies them as White Van speakers :) Here is an old but relevant article I wrote: Top 10 Speaker Gimmicks
  16. gene

    This site is outstanding

    Thanks guys. Checks in the mail :D If you have the time/desire, please feel free to review our site here: http://www.alexa.com/data/details/main?q=audioholics.com&url=www.audioholics.com Also downloading the Alexa toolbar helps our alexa rating which advertisers consider a fairly...
  17. gene

    The Sign of a Robust AV Website

    No I am trying to move Clint away from that role so he can focus more on content and further developing more services for Audioholics. We have the Plone developer and a Nasa consultant (no joke) managing the site for us now in addition to having all of our servers hosted on dedicated managed...
  18. gene

    Paradigms or Axiom

    These are two entirely different animals and it really depends on your listening preferences and speaker location choice. The Paradigms are direct radiators and suited better for music purposes while the Axioms are a dedicated surround speaker meant to provide more spatial presence. If...
  19. gene

    The Sign of a Robust AV Website

    You have no idea. Clint is only referring to the forums and ad system. We have 3 dedicated servers with dual processors and 2Gig RAM/each running the actual site. :eek: The monthly expenses keep piling on my credit card :( so please send in your donations today. LOL :)
  20. gene

    Top 10 Guitar Players all genres

    Agreed. IMO its so called musicians like Kenny G that are responsible for the death of fusion jazz and transformation into the jazziac we are exposed to today on "Smooth Jazz" radio stations. Thankfully there are a handful of Jazz musicians left that don't succumb to this and still have...
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