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I need some help please... I recently bought a Sonos AMP, the latest generation unit. It has the capability of functioning as a streamer and has a power amplifier built into it. I bought it to work with a pair of Sonus Faber Standmounts and it worked perfectly. Recently I had the opportunity to...

Hi Everyone. I use iTunes as my main database since I love the subscription based iTunes music service for discovery of new Music and the iTunes Match service that uploads all my music to the cloud and makes it available wherever I am, seeing that we have multiple iPhones and AppleTVs and live...

Hi Guys, Hope you can help... Is there a device (readily and affordably available) that can be connected to a pre-amp (that has no pre-outs or sub out) on the speaker connectors that will allow the connection of a subwoofer that only has a RCA input?  In theory a very simple device... Regards...

Hi Everyone! I am thinking of starting up the vinyl black disc flying saucer hobby. It has always been a bit strange to me (phono stage, cartridge, needles, etc etc), as I have practically skipped CDs alltogether and have only enjoyed my music through a dac into my system from digital copies...

Hi Guys. I am looking for an elegant solution to get digital audio out from my IPhone6s Plus. I recently sold one of my Nad D1050 Dacs, but have another that comes from a system that has been Replaced by something else. So, it is lying around and I have a use for it: Dac and pre-amp for a...

Hi Guys, I have never in the past been a fan of CEC control (via HDMI), it has never worked in any of my systems before, until NOW. I recently got a new latest gen AppleTV with Siri remote. Once installed to my AVR, I read online about it's CEC capabilities and tried it out. It has totally...

Hi Guys, I have the above processor in my home theater set up with a 7.2 setup. I have toyed with the idea of adding front height presence speakers to add some flesh to the experience for a while. I know it will probably not make a huge difference, but this is a hobby after all and I had the...

Hi Everyone, I have been using AppleTV linked to my Mac mini (where Itunes sits) for a few years now. This has been working great, as I have 4 of them in different parts of the house and I get to control / view my music from my iPhone / iPad, using the same interface. I have recently ditched...

Hi Guys. I know these were only recently anounced, but have any of you had your hands/ears on these yet? I have a buyer for my P5's and have been looking for over-ears. These ight be them... I have been very happy with the P5's, especially the build quality. I think they will last for another...

People probably know this already, but here is my experience... I have long ago ditched DSTV and recently reactivated it for my mother in-law. She is back home now, but it made me realise that I miss having certain series etc available without "paying for them" (I have been using iTunes for...

Hi guys. I had lying around a 23" PC monitor (no speakers) with HDMI input and 2nd gen AppleTV. Also have a Bose sounddock that doesn't see any use... Presto, entertainment for the kitchen. Thing is: 2nd gen AppleTV only has optical or HDMI out for sound. What is a LOW cost option for a dac...

I just thought I'd share my experience wrt creating a multi-zone audio system. There are many other ways to do this and this is not new or groundbreaking, but I often wonder how many people use the multi-zone capability on their receivers? I also had all the components already and was not aware...

I went to the Melvile F?te de la Musique this weekend and saw some rally great artists doing casual street performances which I liked a lot. The fair was well organised and offerred a lot (IMO) from strong satirical social commentry type music to lush african vibes and really special Blues...

Hi Shawn, Your email and PM must be out of service  :thinking: . I have sent you PM and email form the forum, but no reply over the last couple of weeks  :headbanger: . Looking for quotes on furniture  :help:  :help: - please PM me if interested.  Regards Leon

Hi guys. I am looking for an ADSL modem, one without a built-in router. I have tried several computer shops, but people keep on trying to sell me modems with built-in routers. This is not what I want. Any ideas?

Hi guys. I am looking for a 32" tv and a unit that combines dvd player, iPod dock, usb receptacle, amplification and speakers for a vakansie huis. It does not need to have the best sound quality out there, I am rather focussing on ease of use and as little clutter as possible...  I want to spend...

Hi guys. Was hoping you could point me in the right direction.  I have decided to digitize my bluray collection. What software / process would you recommend? I use Mac. Would appreciate your help as always.

I think we tend to forget about our ears - strange, seeing that they are a relatively important part of our gear  ;) I found this online and thought I'd share it here. http://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/beauty-hygiene/how-to-care-for-your-ears.htm Happy listening

There was recently a forum topic that dealt with an apparant non-paying forum member that inspired me to share my story of trying to purchase a new grey import TV through a Gumtree advertiser with all of you so that you may make better choices than what I have made in attempting this...

Hi Guys! I am upgrading my Marantz AV8003 AV Processor in my main listening room,  problem is I don't know to what yet?!  I have a shortlist and have listened to most of them, but they are all really good and maybe I can get a bit of insider info / advice here from members who own / have owned...