tesseract86

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Netflix and Marantz AV7005
I have the same problem, ie the sound of the tv backround plays at the same time as the Netflix sound which is low as well. I called bestbuy's geek squad to come and take a look, when I gave them the tv model number they said that for some reason ... 
Need to upgrade but what to get need advice
I've tried, many receivers the Marantz was my favorite for awhile until I got an Arcam avr400.You might want to audition one.Good luck 
Arcam vs Marantz vs NAD receiver?
I second the Arcam! 
Deciding between Yamaha or Marantz
Here's a review of the Arcam avr750http://www.homecinemachoice.com/news/article/arcam-fmj-avr750-review/16501/ 
Deciding between Yamaha or Marantz
I'm using the Arcam avr400 for about two years now and love it, works great with my Merlins vsm mme, very powerful at 90wpc and slams the bass.The Arcam avr750 would be my next receiver if I can justify the extra power or convince myself that I ne... 
Deciding between Yamaha or Marantz
BTW Marantz uses Audyssey MultEQXT32, and I agree with Bob_Reynolds as far as the Marantz, it does sound smooth, I've had some of the higher end Yamahas the Marantz sounds better to me. 
Deciding between Yamaha or Marantz
Hope this helpshttp://www.accessories4less.com/index.php?page=item&id=MARAV8801&gclid=CJyAoKveuboCFQto7Aod-iwA-w 
Deciding between Yamaha or Marantz
If you're budget permits the new Marantz AV8801 around $2300 has a great review on home theater magazine, I've had Marantz AVR and like them very much I also had several Yamaha AVRs and prefer the Marantz.I now use an Arcam AVR400 that I'm happy w... 
Arcam AVR + Tektons
Arcam avr400 will give you the power you need and then some, on the Arcam, base is awesome, your speakers are sensitive aprox 90-92db so you shouldn't have any problems.I have the Merlin vsm speakers sensitivity is 89 db, and the Arcam delivers, I... 
looking for a place to buy blu-ray dvds
wow $17.99 for Z, its 29.99 at best buy, well done.Costco is a great idea I am a member but never paid attention to the movies section.I think best buy had a special on Tuesdays not sure if they still do.I guess that the consensus is that quality ... 
looking for a place to buy blu-ray dvds
You guys are great I will look up cduniverse, I buy from Amazon but I didn't know that they help out with problems good to know.thank you all very much!! 
Tough decision, samsung Samsung PN65F8500 or
you're right about the yellow, I tried the "normal" as you suggested and the yellow disappeared .thanks for the info. 
Tough decision, samsung Samsung PN65F8500 or
I'm very happy with the multiple menu and choices of tweaking this beauty to your lighting environment and liking.My settings for 3D, I use gamma -3 it darkens a bit also gives the overall picture a punch cell light 20 all the reviews I've read re... 
Tough decision, samsung Samsung PN65F8500 or
Bo1972, can you recommend settings for 3D viewing? or perhaps you could share your favorite settings on either 2D or 3D. The more I watch the Samsung f8500 the better it gets, the colors are beautiful, its very sharp.Waiting for 100 hours to calib... 
$1750 AVR/separates + disc player budget:thoughts?
If you go the route of an AVR, Take a look at the Arcam avr400, powerful 90w perchannel x5. the new Marantz is also a good contender, but too many channels for my taste.good luck!