Speechless....1098 arrived today

[DrJRapp]

It was very difficult finishing my days work knowing that in the trunk was my latest "investment" in electronics, a 1098 to replace my 1066 and an RB 1080 to drive my mains.

I decided to add the components in one at a time so I could ascertain what differences each made. First, of course, comes the 1098. After struggeling unplugging and replugging what seemed like an endless collection of wires, I quickly punched a rough setup in on all the menues and popped in my favorite CD, set up to play in PLIIx music.

I don't have words to describe the difference. Everything that has been said here about the 1098 is for real. This thing is a monster for music.

Tomorrow, I'll add the 1080 into the mix.

[MICHAEL STRO]

the 1098 is fantastic

It will sound much better when you hook up that amp :T I love the rotel sound. what kind of speakers are you using

[DrJRapp]

I'm currently using Klipsch Reference 7 series all around except for the center rears which are a pair of 35 series surrounds. Sub is an SVS PB2+.

[Andrew Pratt]

Welcome to the 1098 fan club :T

[IntegrateMe]

Hope you enjoy it Jerry!

[MICHAEL STRO]

very nice ht

[DrJRapp]

Thanks guys.

Now anyone have a creative idea what I can do with the TFT screen? I run my video direct from source to monitor (DVI) so all I have is this gray glowing screen in the dark.

[Azeke]

Thanks guys.

Now anyone have a creative idea what I can do with the TFT screen? I run my video direct from source to monitor (DVI) so all I have is this gray glowing screen in the dark.

First of all congratulations Jerry, you will certainly enjoy your 1098 just wait until it both the 1098 and 1080 settle in.

Just a quick idea, for your TFT screen if you have something laying around that can display an image via video rca, computer (i.e., screensaver), digital movie camera, etc.

Enjoy your new toys,

Azeke

[volfan]

Thanks guys.

Now anyone have a creative idea what I can do with the TFT screen? I run my video direct from source to monitor (DVI) so all I have is this gray glowing screen in the dark.

That's great news! Hopefully I am bringing one home in the next week anlong with the 1095 and B&W Nautilus speakers.

Will your video sources output from multiple sources at the same time? You could have the DVI going direct to the TV and component or S-Video going to the 1098 so that you get an image on the TFT screen.

[DrJRapp]

Will your video sources output from multiple sources at the same time? You could have the DVI going direct to the TV and component or S-Video going to the 1098 so that you get an image on the TFT screen.

Unfortunatly not..... good luck with your new gear.