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Old 10-23-2009, 04:13 AM
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Default 800Ds in my system!

Just completed an upgrade to my theatre, hadn't really planned on it, but made a deal on some 800Ds that were previously loved...just getting used to the new setup...and lovin it!

Pioneer 141 Sig on the wall...

Closeup...MC501 with SVS Ultra 13 behind...


Time for a new camera!
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Old 10-23-2009, 09:06 AM
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LOve the bowling ball look on the top of those speakers . I almost bought a pair of 802d's last year. Enjoy your B&W speakers !
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Old 10-23-2009, 09:14 AM
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Those are awesome sounding speakers. I wish I had a pair.
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Old 10-23-2009, 10:15 AM
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Great choice. Those are some very nice speakers.
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Old 10-23-2009, 10:32 AM
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Beautiful room. B&W's have always worked well with McIntosh. Bet it sounds as good as it looks. I like your four legged buddy in the pic.

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Old 10-23-2009, 10:41 AM
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KIND room and gear and hound. Enjoy!!



PS- Just don't let an electrician near the 'microphone' of your new "karaoke machine."
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Old 10-23-2009, 11:34 AM
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My dogs love good tunes.
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Old 10-23-2009, 11:49 AM
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Enjoy your new speakers!
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Old 10-23-2009, 04:35 PM
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Thanks for your comments guys...really enjoying them, relistening to everything all over again! Of course, now I think i need a better source...the never ending story!

Sexy curve pic:
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Old 10-23-2009, 04:47 PM
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You have a couple of very nice set-ups with pretty good sources as is. Of course there is always something better. That is what keeps it interesting.
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