Nice review of the Roku Soundbridge M1001. I think Stereophile got it right regarding the Soundbridge M1001. However, I do want to point out a few things they missed.

(1) The Microsoft Media Connect 2.0 server software the reviewer used just plain sucks. It is a Microsoft problem, not a Roku problem. I would recommend using Firefly server software instead especially if you are using non-DRM music. I don't download music with DRM... I rip my own CD's to FLAC.

MF didn't say or did i miss it, did he use this cartridge in his $100K Tt masterpice, that would make the review usless, since mortals that would buy this over priced cartridge, wouldn't have it in this $100k TT would they, and if teh $100K Tt is that superior to others as he claims, how much of teh sound is cus' the TT nad not the cartridge, I think MF has again become confused, as least he confuses me. All his reviews now should be done on the $100K then a a mortal say $3K VPI or such, so maybe the caretridge differences show, not just the TT?

At least Art d. called a spade a spade...or junk junk. PS Audio expensive wall outlets that fail to survive useage. Yeah, that's made to spec all right. Hubbell wiring devices that have teh Hubbell name on em for much much much less do hold up in commercial and industrial enviroments. Without teh PS nonsense attached. Kudos for Art D. More stuff like this to bring to lite some of teh overpriced under performing junk in high end....THEN StereoPhile really starts to serve it's readers, not just teh advertiseers.

Really, what's all the hubbub about?

I've been in High-End audio for about 24 years now,I've listened to everything,and I've come to realize that there is a common sense approach to this industry that many ignore,I've listened to budget systems that would destroy any of these costly systems,in terms of overall sound and pricing! And believe me I've listened to live performances all my life,and am a performer my self.

So I pose a question,is there alot of hype in high-end?

Hi guys,

I have a strange set-up request. Our work is about to purchase a Promethean Whiteboard (those interactive things they have in schools these days), which is driven by a computer sat in the corner, and hooked up to a projector, which projects onto the whiteboard, and then you can control the presentation by touching the whiteboard.

A new company, Abbingdon Music Research (AMR) is hitting the market with a new CD player, CD-77. This sounds to be a very promising player -- selectable oversampling (none to 24/96), tube putput, lab grade master clock, custom top loading transport, built like a tank (even with copper clad shielding), etc...

Has anyone had the chance to audition this yet??? I hear they will be at HE07, but unfortunately the wife wants to see the Queen in Williamsburg VA that weekend:( Sure would love to see the CD-77 in Stereophile mag (hint hint).