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Opinions on the Faroudja DV 1000 DVD/CD player?
forgot to mention... a few years ago I A-B's it in three different systems with a ML 36 and wouldn't spit for the difference in all three systems. 
Opinions on the Faroudja DV 1000 DVD/CD player?
I've had one for about 10 years... a fabulous cd player! I've been trying to figure out what audio processor chip it has. 
Best Used CD Player Under $500?
two suggestions: Faroudja DV-1000 ($6000 10 years ago) $500ish now. Sounds identical to the ML39. The Sony DVD ES-9000 DVD player sounds almost as good as the SCD-1 for around $300 (with the SCD-1 still going for $1800) 
Speaker choice for BAT VK3xi/VK250
Save some of that cash and try the Vienna Acoustic Beethovens. I had the VK5i and VK200 with those and it was great! 
What speaker cable for Mcintosh + B&W combo???
I've heard Transparent with this combo to a nice effect. 
What do BBC studios use for speaker cables
I have a pair of Rogers Studio 1 (Justlike your BC1). I've tried alot of things and found the AP oval 9, Xindak FS0.5 to work the best. I'd like to try Cardas Golden Reference though. 
Why receivers aren't worth the "competetive price"
Let's establish a baseline to determine credibility of upcoming statements.... The reference system that was in my home:Pass X1Pass X600Muse 9 gen IV sigMagnum Dynalab MD102Revel SalonsRevel SubsAural Symphonics PCsDiscovery SCsDiscovery ICsTarget... 
Is ebay feedback worth anything on Audiogon?
eBay is the Devil. Not enough info...? First, I've been on AudiogoN since there was about 3-5 new ads per day. I knew everybody that utilized the site. We didn't exchange feedback. I bet I had 15 transactions before I ever felt the need to ask for... 
Which Reciver?
I have all Def Tech speakers and I was using the B&K AVR307 with excellent results. 
Speaker Choice
Def Tech is a good inexpensive line. I'm using the BP8, CLR2000, BP2X and SM350 with good results on a B&K AVR307 
Does anyone know about Design Acoustics PS-6a?
I used to sell these about 1992-93ish....they were pretty good speakers. I prefered there larger bothers PS8. Anyway, I think they were around $250-$280 (I'm remembering back a long way). They are light bass, but not to bad. Probably worth $90.Wel... 
sonus faber, vienna acoustics, proac
I think the V-A Beethoven is the best choice out there for about any style of music if you have the "room" for it. If not then the Mozart work very well. However, I'm a fan a of the GPH....I think you have a very difficult decision in front of you... 
Parasound vs. Arcam
I use B&K with Def Techs all the way around. I'd start there but...I'd try the Arcam before the Parasound though. 
Noise from REL Stadium III Sub
I just bought a Stadium III and haven't heard anything like that (and hope not to). Contact Sumiko, they were VERY helpful and friendly when UPS "Uck-Fuped" a pair of V-A Beetovens.Jon 
Definitive sub with Thiel speakers?
Not knowing how big your room is really hinders making suggestions on a sub. I've had good service form my Def Tech PF15...Jon