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Looking for a feature-rich 2-channel integrated that can drive 2-ohm loads
I had ruled-out Yamaha, because their A-S line (rated to 2-ohms) has no featureset - they are very basic old-school and lacking connectivity in all modern regards.However, Yamaha does offer some feature-rich 2-channel receivers (that won't drive 2... 
Electrostatic pros and cons.
I have no names to drop or unique experiences from history, but do have a pair of Martin Logan Source (entry level) speakers running on a Denon AVR, and they are "magical" in the sweet spot (in my room and to my ears). No measurements required, th... 
Denon AVR vs. Martin Logan Electrostats
I solved this problem by replacing the ML Source speakers with Golden Ear Triton 3+. And while the Tritons don't have the 'magic' planar sound, they do a very good job for home theater purposes, and are not demanding of the amp.Sources have moved ... 
Budget phono stage under $100, cheap but refined, does it exist?
Thank you all for your input. I see the OP has a solution. I and probably others appreciate his question and the responses it attracted. Great community of folks here!Been following this thread because I recently upgraded HT system with a new AVR,... 
Have you ever wondered why speaker manufactures do not consign speakers to dealers?
Retailers make the money, not manufacturers - especially big box stores. I work for a manufacturing company. We once petitioned Home Depot for a $1 price increase due to proven legitimate raw goods increases (steel, corrugated, EPS). Home Depot ra... 
Denon AVR vs. Martin Logan Electrostats
Is there a 2-channel version of the Rotel RMB-1585, or another equal performing recommendation for 2 channel? None of the other speakers in the system are as demanding and could run on AVR power. Unless the Source's are replaced with another set o... 
Denon AVR vs. Martin Logan Electrostats
Thank you for the replies, and some great ideas. The point of running setup again should have been obvious, and probably would have if I'd had a monitor connected to see the Denon on-screen menu. As it was, we moved into a new house nearly a year ... 
Martin Logan Motion 60XT, best value ?
Caphill,I have been a Martin Logan fan for a while now, and currently have some Motion (not 60XT) and ESL speakers, along with B&W and others over the years. And I agree with you about the Motion 60XT, which I recently had the opportunity to d...