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Solar/cellular shades -acoustical treatment
Hate to hear no much of a difference, but I would rather hear it before speaking the money. Thanks for the input. I guess my next step is treating the walls. Is this what you mean by a balanced approach? 
Solar/cellular shades -acoustical treatment
No one out there with experience with solar vs cellular shades for acoustical properties??? 
Solar/cellular shades -acoustical treatment
I have been playing with 4 ft x 10 ft panels of Owen Corning 800 1.5 inch rigid duct insulation for the past 4 months. When placed at first reflection point on window there is a noticeable improvement. NRC of panel is around .85, so A little bette... 
New or Used Amplifier
Not with 8 feet of snow. Used to go to Buffalo 3 or 4 time per year on business, but not since retirement. 
New or Used Amplifier
I am presently in New York, but my system is in my Florida home. It appears the dealer are more limited in Florida than New York. I also don't want to waste dealer time unless I am going to buy new. 
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5.1 only 
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That's the way I looked at it also, with understanding older equipment will be closer to its end of life. Is it fair to assume you can get 30 years out of a piece of equipment that is well cared for. The savings can be applied to extra equipment. 
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5.1 only 
New or Used Amplifier
I currently have two amplifiers - YBA2 HCDT (High Current Dual Transformer) and a YBA2 (DT)for the front L/R and center. I am looking for a rear amplifier for rear surround. Both are from the 1990's but function perfect and sound very musical. My ... 
New or Used Amplifier
No Response ? 1) Should L/R Main and Center/Rear amplifiers be from the same manufacturer for tonality/harmony. 2) Would YBA2 (center/Rear) and Modwright (L/R main) sound well together?3) Are todays amplifiers that much better than older YBA 2 qua... 
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Although I am using all Genesis Advanced Technologies Speakers ( V and surround sound) I would be afraid the tonal difference between two manufacturers of amplifier would be somewhat obvious. I assume it could be a distraction and you may lose the... 
YBA Diamond
I am using YBA 2 amp and preamp. Older equipment but still musical to my ears 
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Thanks guysLooks like it time to audition ampsJoe 
New or Used Amplifier
Are you suggesting I replace YBA2 with Modwright KWA150 or are you suggesting using Modwright KWA150 for front left/right and YBA for Center?Have you heard Modwright KWA150 with Genesis V or assuming level of synergy based upon your knowledge. I h... 
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The cables are in Europe and I am in the USA. Do a lot of people purchase equipment or cables from Europe.