A Thousand Dollars

A Thousand Dollars

Stephen has challenged me to build a system with just $1000.

I need to think fast. My requirements for the system are loudspeakers, preamp/power amp, phono stage, turntable, CD player... Shit. $1000! That's it? I'll use the 2008 Buyer's Guide data and see what I can do...

Next step up...

Hi,
I'm new to the forum. I apologize if this post is in the wrong place.

In the next year or so, I'd like to start upgrading my current system. Right now, I'm considering McIntosh, NAD Masters series, and the Cambridge Audio 840 series. I'd like to keep the cost of each component under $2k (hopefully more like $1.5k). The idea is to buy a component (maybe two) a year.

Sonny's 77

Sonny's 77

Just to get you in the mood, if you're going to hear Sonny Rollins at Carnegie Hall tonight. Or, if like me, you won't be there, just as a treat, there are some new videos up on Rollins' website.

Budget System... fraternity house

Hey all,
I am the Audio Chair of my fraternity house (Kappa Sigma), and I am looking to purchase a system for our billiards room. It will also be used to provide our porch with music (through the window... I know, somewhat crude). My budget is only $800; no more. I'm curious as to what you all recommend. I would say that good volume and bass is important... I realize this budget won't buy audiophile quality equipment, but it's all I have to work with. All suggestions welcome. Thanks

Harmon Spec Group Woes...

I recently sent my Proceed PAV/PDSD to one of three authorized Harmon sub-contracted repair shops. This particular shop was Pyramid Audio in Texas (the other two are in the North East). Though equipment runs through an Adcom power conditioner I have twice been confronted with lightening damage. On the first occasion I was able to send the units directly to Harmon for repair. The service was prompt and professional and the units returned in about three weeks in pristine condition. Harmon, apparently, no longer performs these kinds of repairs on site.

Center Channel Decisions...

Hey all, im just trying to get together a make-shift decent sounding 5.1 system with the emphaisis on 2.1 stereo. Right now ive got:

Harman Kardon AVR145
Apple iBook
2 MK S85
Klipsch 8" sub
and 2 small Klipsch satellites.

I am looking for advice about a relatively cheap center channel between $50 and $150. My first choice is the smallest Aperion center channel or possibly a polk/JBL center. I am not sure though, I am just looking for any advice/comment and what not. Thanks, Luke

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