Sigma C78900 DP2 Merrill Compact Digital Camera - Black

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Price: $745.97 $687.50   

Product Feature

• Foveon X3 Direct Image Sensor (CMOS), Image Sensor- Size 23.5 15.7mm, Color Photo Detectors Total Pixels: 48MP,
• Focal Length 30mm, 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Approx.45mm, Number of Diaphragm Blades 9 Blades
• Storage Media SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, Multi Media Card, File Format Lossless compression RAW data(12-bit, Hihg, Medium, Low), JPEG(High, Medium, Low),RAW+JPEG,Movie(AVI.
• Type TFT color LCD monitor, PC/IF USB (USB2.0)

Product Description

46 Megapixel large image censor

Sigma C78900 DP2 Merrill Compact Digital Camera - Black Review

This camera reminds me of large format cameras from 60 years ago - absolutely no concern for anything but outstanding images. You have to be a slow, deliberate photographer to use this thing, and it is only good in a very narrow realm; static images in good light at low ISO. But in that realm, you'll be hard pressed to beat its IQ with anything less than a Phase One setup. So don't buy it if you want modern camera bells and whistles, it has none, and it honestly barely functions as a camera - it's really simply a device for making breathtaking high detail photographs. Patience and forethought are required but the end result is worth the effort.

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Bose Acoustimass 6 and Onkyo 5.1-Channel Home Theater Bundle

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Price: $869.99   

Product Feature

• Quality 5.1 surround sound with rich, deep low notes for an immersive experience
• Virtually Invisible cube speakers and a hide-away Acoustimass module blend elegantly into an entertainment area
• Onkyo HT-RC330 receiver compatible with standard and 3D high-definition sources, such as HDTVs and Blue-ray Disc players
• Powered Acoustimass module delivers the clarity of pure low-frequency reproduction without audible distortion
• Onkyo DS-A4 dock compatible with iPod or iPhone (iPod and iPhone not included)

Product Description

Includes powered Acoustimass module, 5 cube speakers, 20' system input cable, 20' front speaker cables, 50' rear speaker cables, HT-RC230 receiver, iPod dock, remote control and rubber feet

Bose Acoustimass 6 and Onkyo 5.1-Channel Home Theater Bundle Review

Does your wife complain about large speakers? Well, unless you can hide it, she will still complain about the subwoffer. But she will be happy with the tiny cubes that make up the rest of the system.

What you are interested in-the sound quality. It good but not great. I guess I would refer to the system as medium FI rather than HI FI. But it is good. If you can't afford or don't have the space for larger speakers and this is a good alternative.

The biggest con is the price. This system contains a good, but "starter" receiver. It still has plenty of features to keep you busy and of course has a few HDMI input ports. It's just not worth over $850.00

I think a fair price for the system would be about $450 to $500.

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Leupold 110180 Mark4 MR/T 1.5-5x20mm

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Price: $883.86 $859.99   

Product Feature

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Product Description

Leupold Mark 4 MRT 1.5-5x20mm M2 Rifle Scope, Matte Black, Illum CMR2 Reticle 110180

Leupold 110180 Mark4 MR/T 1.5-5x20mm Review

I spent a LONG time looking at scopes. Nightforce, Leupold, Vortex, Nikon; contacting vendors and reading and watching Youtube, the selection is huge. After meeting with one of the techs at the Leupold Beaverton, Oregon headquarters and discussing my particular needs I decided on this scope. Clear optics, great reticle, and the quality is without question. I am using a Nightforce mount and that too is a great product.
Best of luck in your hunt for a scope; this one fits my needs to a tee.

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Focusrite ISA Two Focusrite ISA Two Classic Dual Mono Transformer-Based Microphone Preamplifier

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Price: $899.99    

Product Feature

• Lundahl LL1538 mic input transformer
• Up to 80 dB of gain
• Variable input impedance and user-calibrated metering
• Front-panel instrument and rear panel line inputs
• Variable cut-off high-pass filter and rear panel balanced inserts

Product Description

You may only need a couple of mic preamps, but they need to be the very best. The ISA Two dual-mono mic pre is the ideal solution: two independent channels of the highest quality classic Focusrite mic pres, with line in and front-panel instrument inputs � no DI box required. Based on the legendary designs found in the Focusrite Forte and Studio Consoles, ISA Two is the ideal front-end for your rack. Focusrite� �s microphone preamplifiers go back to the original Focusrite ISA 110 modules, when Rupert Neve was commissioned by George Martin in 1985 to create a no-compromise channel strip for his Neve console. Combining the very best solid-state electronics with transformer coupling, Focusrite mic pres have played a key part in the recording of hundreds of hit records and they� re the choice of leading artists, producers and engineers around the world. At the heart of the ISA Two is a pair of Lundahl LL1538 transformers. ISA products have relied on Lundahl from the beginning, since their components were originally specified in 1985. The LL1538 features a 3-section winding, resulting in very low leakage inductance and, as a result, an extended frequency response. They ��re encapsulated in mu-metal cans to shield them from stray magnetism. ISA Two features two classic Focusrite mic preamps, with four impedance settings including the original ISA 110 setting. Variable input impedance allows you to go for an accurate, transparent sound or choose to highlight the character of your favorite vintage mic �� and anywhere in between. With up to 80 dB of low-noise gain, ISA Two can perform in the most demanding situations - really bringing your ribbon, condenser or moving coil mics to life. Each channel has a fully-balanced insert point accessed via TRS sockets on the rear panel and activated with a front-panel button, so it� s easy to use outboard processors with the ISA Two. Just plug in your choice of EQ, compressor or limiter.

Focusrite ISA Two Focusrite ISA Two Classic Dual Mono Transformer-Based Microphone Preamplifier Review

I love this product, my sound has an incredible solid awesome clean sound. My bass sounds perfect, my mics sounds as good as they should have ever been. I love this I wont go back to record without it. Very very solid, and the high pass filter is soooooooooooooo usefull i cant live without it. Hahahha enjoy. And I own this in my studio

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Onkyo DV-CP706 6-Disc DVD Player (Black)

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Price: $899.96   

Product Feature

• HDMI out with 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p output
• Chain Mode for Successive Disc Playback
• Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC)
• Optical and Coaxial Digital Out
• Slow Motion DVD Playback (1/2, 1/4, 1/8 speed)

Product Description

The DV-CP706 1080p Upscaling DVD/CD/MP3 6-Disc Changer is a simple way to all-round home theater. It has the capability to store, change, and play up to 6-video and audio discs including MP3 and WMA-encoded discs. Connect this player to an optional A/V receiver with highly advanced scaling capabilities and you can output the video at a native resolution of 480i. With Onkyo's RIHD (Remote Interactive over HDMI) function, the DV-CP706 will seamlessly integrate with any compatible A/V receivers. It also employs Onkyo's VLSC circuitry for noise-free digital-to-analog audio signal processing, along with user-friendly control functions such as Disc Navigator. An impressively robust build with an isolated circuitry layout minimizes digital noise, providing years of movie and music entertainment that is perfectly tailored to your needs. Repeat Playback (Chapter, Title, 1 Disc, All Discs, Track, A-B Repeat, Folder for MP3-/WMA-Encoded CDs) Random Playback (Title, 1 Disc, All Discs, Folder for MP3-/WMA-Encoded CDs) Memory Playback (Up to 32 Titles, Chapters, or Tracks) Subtitle and Language Switching (with Default Language) Last Play Memory (DVD/CD) and Resume Function Zoom Function Multi-Aspect Ratio (16 - 9, 4 - 3) Video Black Level Control Audio Dynamic Range Control Passes PLUGE Signals Displays ID3 Tags for MP3 Files (Artist/Track/Album/Genre) Dimensions - Width 17-1/8 x 3-9/16 x Depth 16-15/16 (435x91x431mm) Weight - 11.7 pounds (5.3 kg)

Onkyo DV-CP706 6-Disc DVD Player (Black) Review

As previously posted, this unit will NOT play rental (or even mildly scratched) DVDs. Which is a problem because a number of our DVDs are kids movies and they get scratched with repeadted use. All the problematic DVDs play perfectly fine on a cheapo ($20) DVD player but this "high-end" unit is too much of a prima donna for these DVDs.
---------See Update Below
January 2010 UPDATE:
Took the unit to an authorized repair shop and they honored the warranty (I originally purchased it from Amazon). After the repair, the unit is AMAZING! No problems whatsoever and the sound and picture quality is far superior to cheapo DVD players! Repair center said some parts with laser, etc. tend to come loose with shipping and handling from online retailers. Took them a week to get the required parts and repair... all for free and worth the wait! If you're having problems with this unit definitely try taking it to an authorized repair shop! Would give it 5 stars if it came this way out of the box!

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Gitzo GT3541 Series 3 Carbon 6x 4 Section G-Lock Tripod - Replaces GT3540 - Black

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Price: $839.00 $838.99   

Product Feature

• New Anti Leg Rotation system makes set up easier
• G-Lock leg locking system completely redesigned achieve a 20% increase in rigidity
• Ground Level Set allows you to remove the center column to save weight and get the camera closer to the ground
• Built-in accessory hook
• Rapid Shift Center Column

Product Description

When Gitzo launched the Mountaineer tripods in 1994, they were the world's first carbon fiber tripods. Since then, they've set the standard for performance and quality. The main feature of this range is the 6X carbon fiber tube, made of a unique structure of 6 crossed layers that maximizes rigidity, vibration absorption, and lightweight performance. 6X tubes have a high density structure made of top quality ultra-thin carbon fibers (7m or 0.007 mm). Built-in Anti Leg Rotation is now a feature of the whole carbon fiber range. Mountaineer tripods have been further improved with features and details that increase performance, versatility, and quality. G-Lock is a leg locking system that increases system rigidity by 20% and allows quicker and stronger leg locking. Gitzo has added a solid machined aluminum upper disc with a new Safe Lock material that cuts vibration, and improves grip between tripod and head. The upper disc is totally new. The 1/4"-3/8" reversible screw has been redesigned for more reliable functionality. All new Mountaineer tripods come with a convenient anti-dust bag for storage and packing. Scaled for professional equipment, medium format and DSLRs with 300 mm lens, and up to 400 mm maximum, this tripod features high load capacity endurance, and outstanding torsional rigidity. Series 3 Carbon 6X tripods are surprisingly lightweight, and offer a good safety margin that makes them popular alternatives to series 2 tripods Replaces:GT3540.

Gitzo GT3541 Series 3 Carbon 6x 4 Section G-Lock Tripod - Replaces GT3540 - Black Review

Why spend nearly $800 on a tripod?

First, there are many good sources of tripod reviews. Thom Hogan has an article on his website about tripods and heads where he argues the case to save money and time by simply doing it "right the first time." There are also some good educational points on tripod selection on the Really Right Stuff web site. Both of these sources argue for buying a good quality set of legs.

The general consensus is simply that if you want the best mass market tripod get a Gitzo. Yes, if you are on a budget you can find less expensive options, but if you read the above two sources and do you own observations of the actual tripods you will soon see the validity of their arguments. Manfrotto seems to be the best of the budget tripods. People generally don't like the Chinese made knock-offs over long periods of time.

Carbon Fiber vs. Aluminum

Carbon fiber for anything in the field is better than aluminum. Carbon fiber is much lighter, it doesn't conduct heat and cold as easily as aluminum, and it dampens vibrations faster, and it is very strong for the size of the legs. If you are thinking of aluminum, then stop reading this review and look elsewhere.

Series 2 vs. Series 3

You want to purchase a tripod based on both the weight of your gear and the focal length of your lenses. I have a Nikon D700 with a 24-70 mm lens. I could get by with a Series 2 tripod, but after setting up both a Series 2 and a Series 3 tripod side-by-side I decided to go with the Series 3. The Series 2 has a smaller leg spread and just does not seem nearly as stable especially when there is a big camera sitting on top. Add a little wind and I know I would be holding onto the tripod to calm my nerves. So, Series 3 it is.

Systematic vs. Mountaineer

Gizto makes the Series 3 with a center column (Mountaineer) and one with the column as optional (Systematic.) Many photographers will argue for not using the center column because it reduces stability. They are right and there are tests published to prove it. However, if I want to shoot a macro, the ability to adjust the camera up and down an inch or so at times is very helpful instead of adjusting all three legs. At the same time, the Mountaineer series lets you remove the center column and attach the mounting plate to the hanger bolt on the bottom. This gives you the benefit of the column-free Systematic series. This changeover takes less than two minutes and is done completely without tools. I think this is a great feature. So, the Mountaineer Series gives you support for a column when adjustment this is a priority and the ability to remove the column when stability is paramount.

3 sections vs. 4 sections

No doubt about it a three section tripod has more stable legs than a four section tripod. The last leg is relatively small compared to the other sections. This difference is, obviously, even more pronounced with a four section tripod. The factor that changed my mind was practical over theoretical. A slightly less stable tripod taken along is better than a more stable tripod left at home. The three section tripod with a head on it is too long to fit in a suitcase without dis-assembly and is cumbersome to carry strapped to a backpack. Therefore, I went with the four section tripod that collapses to a nice portable size suitable for airline travel and backpacking.

Cost

Yes, this tripod is expensive. You will have your doubts about spending this much money. I did too. Read Hogan's article again. Read other reviews. Save your lunch money for a few months.

There you have it. This was the logic I used to make my selection for the Gitzo 3541 Mountaineer carbon fiber tripod.

If you buy one, I hope you enjoy as well as I enjoy mine.

Finally, in case you are wondering, I plan to mount a RRS BH-40 LR head on this tripod along with the appropriate L-bracket. The RRS folks said this model was a good match for my gear and tripod. I didn't want the BH-55 because of the extra weight and size. My second choice was one of the Markins head that many people really like. I'm sure either line is a winner.

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Vortex Viper PST 4-16x50mm Riflescopes

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Price: $899.00    

Product Feature

• 30mm Main Tube
• Options of First Focal Plane or Second Focal Plane Reticle
• Aircraft-Grade Aluminum
• One-Piece Tube
• Waterproof and Fogproof

Product Description

Vortex Viper PST 4-16x50 Riflescope � The Viper PST (Precision Shooting Tactical) riflescope boasts features associated with top-tier riflescopes, yet comes in at a street price under the $1,000 mark. Matching reticle and turret measurements allow accurate, fast dialing of shots. The one-piece 30mm tube, precision-machined from a single solid block of aircraft-grade 6061-T6 aluminum, offers ample windage and elevation adjustment. Born from an intimate understanding of riflescope design, forward-thinking engineering, and open ears to a market incredibly vocal about what it wants in a riflescope, the Viper PST series delivers the performance and features tactical shooters demand at an economical price. Also available with a first (FFP) focal plane reticle ��an important option for many precision shooters.   Optical Features   Optically Indexed Lenses Deliver optimum image sharpness and brightness with true reticle use for full ranging and holdover from edge to edge because of computer-controlled alignment during construction.   XD Lens Elements Extra-low dispersion (XD) glass increases resolution and color fidelity, resulting in crisp, sharp images. � XR Lens Coatings Vortex proprietary XR fully multi-coated lens coatings increase light transmission for maximum brightness. �   Construction Features � 30 mm Tube Provides greater strength and wider adjustment latitude as compared to a 1-inch tube. One-Piece Tube Maximizes alignment for improved accuracy and optimum visual performance as well as strength and waterproofness. � Aircraft-Grade Aluminum Construction from a solid block of 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum delivers increased strength and rigidity.   Waterproof O-ring seals prevent moisture, dust, and debris from getting inside the tube for reliable performance in all environments. � Fogproof Filled with argon gas to inhibit internal fogging over a wide range of temperatures.

Vortex Viper PST 4-16x50mm Riflescopes Review

Possibly one of the best values in mid-high range scopes. The equivalent Leupold would be another $300, a Nightforce even more than that. Vortex may not have as storied a reputation as those other brands (since they are relatively new to the market), bu they definitely stand behind their product on the rare occasion something goes wrong.

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