2008 Audio Wish List

[Early B.]

I'm toying with the idea of running dual subs for HT, and secondarily figuring out how I can integrate them for 2-channel, if possible.

Just for the hell of it, I may also "upgrade" my Emotiva amp and pre/pro when the new models are introduced.

That's all.


What's on your wish list for this year?

[Face]

Tannoy D700's or D900's if I can find them.
If not, dare I say it, stereo subs.

Upgrade my HT amps to a single 5/6 channel.

New HT/2 Ch. Pre-Amp(on it's way:D).

Finish my HT room, paint and a new floor.

[ben62670]

I'm pretty happy with my system.
I'm thinking Diana Krall, and Allison Krause doing a personal concert for me in the nude.

[mulveling]

Geez, I hope I don't get into it again this year. I haven't purchased any audio hardware since August! :D

However, the head ruminations are as follows:
* plasma HDTV (probably a Panny 42-50")
* 2nd (less costly) Turntable/Arm/Cart for a possible office rig
* nice subwoofer for HT - IF I move out of the apt into a house
* Tannoy Eyris DC3 speaks for possible 2nd system - again, only I move out of the apt into a house

[apphd]

I'm toying with the idea of running dual subs for HT, and secondarily figuring out how I can integrate them for 2-channel, if possible.

Just for the hell of it, I may also "upgrade" my Emotiva amp and pre/pro when the new models are introduced.

That's all.


What's on your wish list for this year?

A good deal on a used EMO amp and pre/pro. lol But......do you think you would post your current EMO gear here if you decide to go with new, or move them to a new home? I am still waiting to see the new EMO equipment start shipping, and what the firm $$ will be. If it increases too much I probably will be looking at used.

[Ricardo]

Play with digital sources; this is happening in the very short term, since I have a Sony ES player being modded by Matt at sacdmods.com
Maybe upgrade the TT.
No planned changes in speakers for this year (Like those were planned...)

[GV#27]

Im happy with my set up but would like to add a Panasonic BDP30 or 50 blu ray player.

[zingo]

Just a few things: An LCD TV (not sure which one), 16LS tube amp (http://s5electronics.com/l16stereo.html), a 5 channel amp (again, not sure which one). And that is the end of my no specific 2008 list.

[jwhitakr]

Good thread! Let's just hope that our spouses don't get wind of it. :)

- Upgrade front speakers to RTi8's or better
- Decide on amps to use for fronts and center (either stick with Parasound or try out some Adcoms)
- If new movies stop getting released in HD DVD, buy a Blu-Ray player (probably a PS3)

[Joe08867]

My list is pretty big, And the chances are slim that they will be filled this year.

Revamp of my entire HT system. I do like the sound but I want more. Get some Polk's involved as well.

A nice Tube amp for 2ch duty maybe something from McIntosh. My SDA2's are bored with the reciever they have now.

[wingnut4772]

I would like to try some Salks and have a dedicated HT with a projector..Oh..and a house to put it in.

[steveinaz]

Wingnuts' Von Schweikert's...LOL

[MADGSF]

I hope to get a good CD player to replace my 10 year old Yamaha. I have not decided yet and am reading the tube vs SS debates with great interest!

[Danny Tse]

1. Reorganize my bedroom/headphone system by adding a turntable (my trusty Technics SL-BD20B)
2. Reorganize my music collection (should be done soon)
3. Reorganzie my main 2 channel system to include a Technics 1200 turntable
4. Get a Oppo 980
5. Add a powered sub to my main 2 channel stereo system

[BrettT1]

Well...... I'd like an oppo and a 2nd svs pb12+

[skipf]

Carver C-19 and a Sunfire TGP IV or V.

[tcrossma]

Here's what's on my upgrade list for this year:

- Finish upgrading IC's, speaker wires and power cords
- Buy a good 2-channel pre with HT bypass. Or maybe just buy a good pre/pro that is good in 2-channel, not sure yet.
- Finish off my LSi setup by replacing my rear Monitor 30's with some LSiFX or LSi9's.

[wingnut4772]

Wingnuts' Von Schweikert's...LOL

Those will be the last thing to go!:eek::D

[Sami]

1080p projector and prepro with HDMI 1.3, that's all for now.

[danger boy]

a good used, awesome sounding 2 ch pre amp that's all i need or want at the moment

[mhartman29]

Since I just upgraded all of my gear, the only thing I'm really looking for now is a good sub. I have my eye on the HSU VTF-3 MK3, but we'll see once the time comes!

[lanion]

A solid hdmi 1.3 pre/pro is all that is in the cards for the next few years on the audio end. After that I will finally get a TV that costs more than one of my speakers.

[Fireman32]

Me I need a better source for redbook, Would like a Tube cdp. Also I would like to get a bluray player and set up a nice 5.1 system in the living room and move the 2 channel to the spare bedroom.

[zingo]

a good used, awesome sounding 2 ch pre amp that's all i need or want at the moment

Have you seen either of these on CL danger boy? It's kind of in the area.

http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/ele/544351888.html
http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/ele/544343373.html

[olilugo]

Hopefully a new pre-pro and a new amplifier. - I am still not giving up on my sound expectations.
I am letting all the dust settle around hdmi 1.x, and I am hoping this year even the pre will have full hdmi support.
As far as amps goes somehow I like the idea of lighter components.
I am also considering a blue ray player for year end. Hopefully soon either HD or BlueRay will be the going forward technology.

[Grimster74]

This years big purchase for me will eith be the new Outlaw pre/pro or a new Blu-Ray player. Chances are, I may end up replacing both.

[hearingimpared]

Three words;


ROOM TREATMENTS/TUNING

[mangata572]

Used McIntosh 352 amp for my SDA SRS, Oh and maybe upgrade those tweets.

[madmax]

My wishlist consists of one major item for 2008. I am really wanting a pair of super high efficiency speakers. Not quite sure what yet but something like Avantgarde horns or maybe an offering by ZU Audio like the Druid or Definition. I may just build something cheap to keep me happy for awhile longer if a deal doesn't pop up somewhere.
madmax

[hockeyboy]

Panasonic BDP 50 Blu Ray when it comes out.
Replace my primary watching couch with Berkline electric home theater seats.
Move my Marantz 8001 downstairs to pair with the SPL 4000's I am going to refurb in the garage.
Get the new Sunfire pre when it comes out.