Recent content by robs1001

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    Wall mounting a pair of Monitor Audio BX2s

    We're thinking of wall mounting our second speakers, a pair of Monitor Audio BX2s. I know it's not ideal but the room requires it. Two questions: (1) Will the sound be acceptable? (2) Does anyone know of a set of brackets that will work? Thanks, Rob
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    24m cable run???

    Great, thank you both.
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    24m cable run???

    I've got a Marantz MCR603 and some Monitor Audio BX2 speakers. I'd like to add a second pair of BX2s to the Marantz in a second room down the hall. Assuming this is a workable setup, my worry is that the cables for the B speakers will have to be 24 metres long. (A route that goes along skirting...
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    Marantz MCR603 -- can I control it from my laptop?

    Thanks Joe, I do have Windows 7 and to my surprise that works perfectly. You just right click the tracks you want in Media Player and select Play to > Marantz. No need for Airplay or Airfoil.
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    Marantz MCR603 -- can I control it from my laptop?

    Thanks all. Looks like AirPlay would be an option, though I don't like the idea of paying so much for a firmware upgrade, nor do I want to use iTunes if I can help it. Does anyone know by any chance if there are plans to make the Marantz work with other music playing software, via AirFoil or...
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    Marantz MCR603 -- can I control it from my laptop?

    I've recently acquired the Marantz M-CR603 and am really pleased with it. However, I am finding it pretty hard work to scroll through my digital music collection on the small front display panel. If I want to scroll through 300 albums, I have to hold the down button for what feels like a good...