Wow that is a very nice post. Thank you for the insights. Can a Meridian 518 substitute for one of these big ben devices? I have one between my mac and my 861 and I do not hear a difference with it in or out of the loop- it just gives me more connection choices.

best regards,
Jerry

Best regards,
Jerry
Main System: 861v6, DSP8000s in corners, DSP7000s Center and Sides, 1-9 humans.