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What's the latest word on the Emotiva UMC-1?
I agree Emotiva bit the dust big time......even with all the Gorilla net marketing, you cant hide a bad product from being discovered. 
12k rock system
Nothing beats a real time audition. Info is to vague and question is too broad IMO. 
What's the latest word on the Emotiva UMC-1?
Same old same old, if it sounds too good to be true it probably is. They had so many folks carry their water for so long and I for one am glad this all happened because it was getting silly with the praise and hype. Its nice to face reality......w... 
Direct TV and digital hum problems
The phone line didnt work, I wonder if its the way he has it stacked, on top of guitar amps and such (everything is in one big stack) could that be an issue? He isnt an audio guy so I cant blame him but I would like to give my friend a little bett... 
Direct TV and digital hum problems
That phone line is a awesonme idea, if it isnt that then I am stumped. I will try that when I get back over to his house this weekend. Thanks for the idea! 
How to reset Marantz SR8001 standby mode
Sorry I am at a loss, I dont know what else to do. 
AUDIO 'TWINS'
Esoteric/Teac no? 
Budget AV Receiver with Magnepan
Those are not as tough to drive as some suggest and here is why, they roll off at 100hz so add a sub and you can get away nicely with it. I powered them wall mounts with a 60w Rotel 6 channel amp driving all channels and never had a lick of troubl... 
How to reset Marantz SR8001 standby mode
If all else fails just reset the whole unit and give it a reboot, you will need to redo speaker set up and all that but it may clear that glitch.To reset entire unit (to be clear you will need to set the entire thing up again)press on face plate "... 
How to reset Marantz SR8001 standby mode
Also set TV tuner to "ON" There is a menu setting for "TV Auto" mode.make sure thats "enabled" 
How to reset Marantz SR8001 standby mode
I might try in preference menu setting the power standby mode in menu #5 to "normal" if its set on economy I dont know if thats an issue. I would also make sure no 12v triggers are in use. 
Where to listen
Cali sounds like a great bet, they seem to have a thriving audio market,(by todays standards) 
Looking for warm sounding speakers
BW forgiving? Not so sure about that one, those can be harsh and abusive IMO you gotta be careful. Vandersteen would be my call 
Will Kef 202/2c center match Wilson Sophia mains?
Dont get sucked into the timbre match scam, any number of centers will work just fine, if you dont have the cash for a Wilson dont sweat it 
Experienced audiophiles best speaker
Mid Fiish speakers can sound way better in a proper room then any "best" speakers can in a poor or ignored space.