3.23.2008

Panasonic DVD-CP67 5 Disc DVD Changer

The Panasonic DVD-CP67 basically filled a need. I wanted a DVD changer because I 1) wanted progressive scan and 2) was tired of getting up to switch discs on multi-DVD sets (sorry, I get lazy sometimes). For that purpose, it has served well. It can play MP3 CDs, but I have never used it for that. The player uses component video to connect to my TV and optical audio to my Denon receiver, the optimal connections for my current hardware.

A side note....many people have said that this DVD player is crap. If you see the H07 code on the display, it essentially means your player is now a brick and Panasonic is going to charge you a boatload to fix it. Luckily, I have not received said code....knock on wood.

3.22.2008

Infinity Primus Series Speakers

I purchased the Infinity Primus speakers at the same time as my Denon receiver. These speakers and this receiver truly compliment each other. Not a ton of power here, especially from the sub. But if you have a smaller room, this set is perfect. As a side note, I don't buy Monster cable, as I feel it is overpriced. I typically find cable of similar specs from a no-name-brand manufacturer. This has worked well for me.

Center Channel: Primus C25
Front: 2 x Primus 160 bookshelf
Rear: 2 x Primus 150 bookshelf
Subwoofer: PS-8

here is a review of the 150s
here is a review of the PS-8 sub










Denon AVR-1403

The center of my AV system. I have had this trusty entry-level amp/receiver for about four years and it is still running strong. While it doesn't have the power to shake the earth (70W per channel) and could user a few more features (video switching), it does have DTS 5.1 and Dolby Pro Logic II and fills my 12'x 17' living room with sound quite nicely. Plenty of audio inputs for my needs, though it could use a second optical audio port. Overall, this receiver this delivers crisper sound than many of the mid-range products I looked at and I'm extremely happy with it.
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