text: Front Back Remote View larger Marantz PM8004 Stereo integrated amplifier Item #: 642PM8004 23 Reviews This item is no longer available. Original Price: $999.99 Shop all Integrated Amplifiers Need help? 1.888.955.6000 Email Chat Ask an expert advisor No pressure, no commission — just lots of good advice from our highly trained staff. Overview Reviews Details Accessories Articles & Videos by Jim Richardson Marantz gives you a front-row seat at a general admission price Marantz based the PM8004 on design elements found in their high-end Reference Series separates. You don't get the fancy champagne gold finish, but you do get an amplifier section optimized for high instantaneous peak current capability. Put on a favorite CD or record album, and you'll feel like you're almost close enough to reach out and touch the artist. With 70 high-current watts per channel, the PM8004 can plant a bass drum kick right smack in your solar plexus. Its shielded toroidal transformer does such a great job of minimizing noise, you'll savor delicious nuances in quiet sounds, too. Plenty of inputs and outputs The PM8004 gives you six analog audio inputs, including a high-grade MM phono input for your turntable. Separate preamp input/line-level output jacks allow you to use the PM8004 as an independent power amplifier or pre-amp for future system expansion. Two sets of speaker outputs let you conveniently bi-wire a compatible pair of main speakers, or power a second pair of speakers in another room. The Source Direct mode bypasses the balance and tone control circuits to ensure the purest sound possible. Praise for the Marantz PM8004 from The Absolute Sound "With 70Wpc, the PM8004 is tonally neutral, clean, clear, transparent, and dynamic into low-efficiency speakers. The preamp section features an excellent moving-magnet phonostage and headphone amplifier, and the circuit has an unusually high number of discrete parts (rather than ICs). High value." — The Absolute Sound 2013 Editors' Choice Awards: Integrated Ammplifiers under $1000 Product Highlights:70 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.02% THD100 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms (20-20,000 Hz)4-ohm capability allows use with a wide range of speakerscurrent-feedback amplification for greater resolution of fine musical detailfully discrete constant current feedback phono preamplifierdouble-shielded large-capacity toroidal power transformerHDAM-SA3 circuits provide high-speed signal response for precise soundfrequency response 5-100,000 Hz (±3dB)signal-to-noise ratio: 90 dB (line in), 87 dB (phono), 106 dB (power amp direct in)6 RCA audio inputs (including MM phono input)2 RCA audio outputsbass, midrange, and treble controlsSource Direct button bypasses balance and tone control circuits for cleaner soundpreamp out/main in jacksheadphone jackfront-panel switching for 2 pairs of speakerscustom Marantz binding-post speaker connectorsdetachable power cordremote controlweight: 26.9 lbs.17-3/8"W x 5-1/8"H x 15-3/4"Dwarranty: 3 yearsOur 60-day money-back guarantee Everything you always wanted in a stereo receiver, except the radio An integrated amplifier is essentially a receiver without a built-in AM/FM tuner. You get power to drive your speakers, audio controls, and inputs for music source components. Connect an iPod, a computer, a network music player, or any other device that can play Internet radio, and you may find you have no need for an AM/FM radio. Marantz PM8004 Reviews Average Customer Review: 23 reviews Review this product Submit a review and then enter to win a $350 rewards card Filter by rating: 5 Star: (0) 4 Star: (0) 3 Star: (0) 2 Star: (0) 1 Star: (0) Review this product: Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences about this product. Please be sure to focus your comments on the product itself. Read our Review Guidelines for more information. Review title * Email Your email won't be visible. Please use the email address that is associated with your order. 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We reserve the right (but are not obligated to) review all submissions and edit or remove any review in any manner which we deem necessary. Your review should be posted within seven days. Great with CDs, Meh with Vinyl Written By Luke, Tuscaloosa, AL on Wednesday, December 04, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I listen primarily to vinyl and some CDs via two-channel stereo. I purchased the PM 8004 to accompany a Rega RP-3 turntable with Elys-2 cartridge, Emotiva ERC-2 CD player, PSB Image T6 speakers, and--for receiver/AV use only--a Harman Kardon HK 3480 receiver. (Note that the Marantz is intended to replace the HK for vinyl and CDs). My listening room is approximately 25'x15', with hardwood floors, a vaulted ceiling, two tall windows, and no floor coverings (what you might call a little 'bright'). I enjoy all kinds of music--folk, country, jazz, blues, rock. The PM 8004 reveals previously unheard detail in my CD collection--it seems to grip my PSB speakers, making far better use of their considerable range than my HK ever did. In fact, I purchased my first CD in years to celebrate: Traffic's 'John Barleycorn Must Die,' which showed a richness that surprised me....it seemed as if this heavily compressed music was, for want of better term, de-compressed for the first time. But with my vinyl, I am just a little underwhelmed. Here, the neutral tonality that so many of the other reviewers mention comes into play. Like so many vinyl lovers, I enjoy the warmth this medium provides, but the Marantz tamps this warmth down, pares it back. The Allman Brothers' 'Jessica,' from 'Brothers and Sisters,' sounds a touch too clean and untextured for my taste. I have not yet hooked up my Bellari VP-130 tube phone preamp to the Marantz, but I probably should! Pros: Ability to wring the musical juice out of CDs Cons: Some lack of warmth with vinyl 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Fabulous Sound Written By JD, Louisiana on Friday, November 29, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I purchased the PM8004 after previewing it's little brother, the PM6004. I was so impressed with the smaller version that I decided to go with the 8004. This amp has very impressive sound and range. Inputs include a Project Expression III turntable with a Sumiko Blue Point Evo III cartridge and Project Tube Box; a TEAC A3340S tape deck; aTEAC 3300SX tape deck; and a Denon CD player. Played through a pair of Quad L22 towers, the sound is fabulous. For the price, it can't be beat! Also, great service my Crutchfield advisor, thanks Kramer! Pros: Accommodates two tape decks. Cons: No tape monitor loop. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Exceeds Expectations Written By RobR, Austin, TX on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I wanted to upgrade my amp from the NAD c326BEE and decided on the Marantz after doing research on this item. It certainly has lived up to it's reputation. I have it paired with the Marantz SA8004 SACD and it delivers a very good soundstage and dynamics. My speakers are Canton GLE490.2 and the Marantz has made them sing. These speakers require quality power to sound their best and the PM8004 delivers. Overall, I am very happy with this item as it is well built and provides quality sound no matter if you listen to Classical, Jazz, Rock or any other musical genre. Pros: Solid build Involving soundstage and dynamics Superb speaker terminals Cons: Wish the volume control knob had an indicator light to easily see the volume position 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Not for me Written By Doug, CNY on Monday, November 25, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I bought his Marantz because I have their 5000 series CD player and love the clarity it gives my old and remastered CD's. I am replacing a 25 plus year old TEAC with 110 watts per channel and 30 per channel on the surround side. . The build and design is awesome of the MARANTZ no question there. Very easy to hook up and understand. Running a pair of BOSE 301's, a MTX 8" sub and BSR EQ. Yes I know the 8004 is a step up. I have always been able to adjust the MTX and EQ to make the BOSE sound wonderful to me. After hooking up the 8004 the sound was as pure and clean as I have ever heard, and in Pure Direct mode it is simple awesome. Here is my one catch with the 8004, when really cranking it up and pushing the sound at high levels it would mute and turn the volume down on its own, when hitting a heavy note with no warning. Now when I listen to music it is very fluid up down and up again cranking the tunes. I simply did not understand the lack of push the 8004 lacked and all levels. Long story short and calls to Crutchfield and Marantz, Crutchfield said it had overload protection and the Marantz rep said he never heard of the problem I described. I sent the unit back with a complete refund. I would recommend this 8004 for possibly a different style of listener. I have since replaced it with a Yamaha 1020 and for me it is simply awesome it gives me a great amount of options to adjust and be fluid with my music and it will crank without any loss of clarity The Yamaha is designed for future use. Pros: Very clean and pristine power. Cons: Appears to lack punch and ability to be fluid with music volume. If you set the volume and walk away then maybe its for you. Marantz advertises their wattage as being more than the number, I disagree, My TEAC has more dynamic volume but not as clean. The Yamaha has it all the Bass lines actually vibrate like a bass string through overstuffed furniture, not the boom and gone. It is truly a better fit for me. 1 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Loving my Marantz PM8004 Written By fwhazelton, Midwest City Oklahoma on Saturday, November 16, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This Marantz integrated amp is everything I expected it to be, quality built with all the clean power I will ever need. I have my amp providing juice to a set of Polk Audio TSi 100 speakers and the sound is distortion free at any volume level. I have always wanted a Marantz amp and after my research I chose this PM8004 and I am very pleased with my purchase. Thanks to the folks at Crutchfield, my purchase arrived professionally packaged and damage free. Pros: Outstanding performance, solid built with great looks Cons: none Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz PM8004 Review Written By Tim, Manheim, PA on Thursday, October 10, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I have been very satisfied with the Marantz PM8004 Integrated Amplifier. The pleasing musical sound quality is very dynamic, detailed, and neutral. My bi-wired Polk RT1000P floor-standing speakers have come alive with this amplifier upgrade. Would highly recommend for a moderately priced 2-channel stereo configuration. Pros: Sound quality. Built like a tank (27 pounds). Configuration flexibility with Tri Tone Controls, source direct mode, power amp direct in, bi-wire/bi-amp/speaker A/B connections, and pre-out/subwoofer connections. Cons: None. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz PM8004 Integrated Amplifier Written By Ken Z, Chippewa Lake, OH on Wednesday, September 04, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I love this amp! I did my homework, shopped around and decided on this beauty. Thank you Crutchfield for all the technical support, great pricing and super fast shipping that you provided. Pros: Excellent full-range soundstage... Full featured.. Super all around performance.. Gorgeous, well designed chassis and controls... Cons: No 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No This was my first integrated amp.. Written By SH, NC on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I've always owned receivers, a Pioneer in the 70's and Sony in the 90's. I still have both but found it time to upgrade my system. I really like this Marantz integrated amplifier. I can't get over the clarity from what I was used to. The bottom line is this thing is very clear clean sound. It is pretty basic as far as features and I appreciate that, the focus seems to be music and the sound produced. It even pushes a pair of 100.00 speakers (set as my B) in my kitchen making them sound like expensive monitors. It took some time to acclimate, and at first I missed the depth or lack of punch I was used to from my receivers. If I were to improve anything it would be the addition of a loudness/bass enhancement button. I find myself leaving the bass set to 3 o'clock. It isn't a show stopper and the addition of a powered sub may take of it. I couldn't go back and would not trade this clarity for anything. Pros: Good clean sound, a well designed product. Cons: The choice of more bass produced directly from the amp settings. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz PM8004 Written By Walter B, Sun City, AZ on Sunday, August 11, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Was sitting on the fence for a while on this one, have an old vintage Pioneer SX 980 (1979) an it serves me well, but wanted to hear my old CD's some better, using a Onkyo C-7030 cd player with it. Made the move to the Marantz PM8004 an the matching Marantz SA8004! I know now this is a huge step up, its all I was hoping for an then some, using the SA8004 CD player an the PM8004 my CD sound like you are there fromt row center. I tunes sound about a half notch down from my CD collection but very very good, I feed the SA8004 with the tuner part of the SX980 and it sounds better than the SX980 feeding speakers by itself on a station that is 100 car miles away from my house, I do use an outside FM antenna with the SX980 which feeds the Marantz PM8004 for GREAT sound. I get what you pay for. Very Happy.............walter Pros: Marantz system runs cool, good remote, looks nice an is made well. But its really about how it SOUNDS for me! Cons: Would like all features on remote, not just the important ones... Was this review helpful? Yes No Excellent Integrated Amplifier! Written By GerryA, Jacksonville, FL on Tuesday, August 06, 2013 This little integrated amp is good enough to impress even professional audiophiles. If you haven't already done so, Google "PM8004 TAS 220" and follow the link to Paul Seydor's review of the PM8004, written for an audio magazine. In my opinion, his assessment of its sound is right on the money. I recently bought a PM8004 to replace some old Adcom separates (GFA535 MKII amp and GTP500 MKII preamp). The Marantz is better in every way; it's tonally neutral, clean, clear, transparent, and surprisingly dynamic. Based on some of the reviews I had read, I was expecting that it might be a little lean (bass shy) sounding, but that's not the case at all. The sound is full and accurate, and not lacking one bit in the low frequencies. The bass is well-defined, clean and tight, as opposed to loose and overblown, so if you prefer the later, this may not be the best amp for you. I will say, though, that I am a certified bass lover, and I'm extremely happy with this amp. You could pair the PM8004 with much more expensive components and it wouldn't be out of place at all. Truly hi-fi sound at a mid-fi price! Kudos, Marantz! Pros: Sound quality and refinement beyond what I expected for the price. Tone controls (including the mid-range control) are effective and useful for taming bad recordings. Speaker binding posts are sturdy and well-designed. You can select / deselect "Source Direct" from the remote control. The blue lighting on the front panel is a nice touch. Cons: It's difficult to see the settings of the tone control knobs. Power receptacle on back of unit is only two-prong. Not sure if aftermarket power cords can be used with this amp. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Just OK Written By Majog, NY on Tuesday, July 09, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I bought this to replace a 25 year old JVC reciever which lost the right channel. I bought it with the understanding it had a tape loop and could drive my EQ and DBXIII. Unfortunately while it has a tape out it is not a loop and could not. The Crutchfield support team did a great job making it right and suggested a NAD integrated amp which I bought. There was no comparison between the 2 as the NAD was clearer, louder, crisper, and just all around better sounding for significantly less money. Pros: Technical spec's; easy to set up Cons: Sound quality; no preamp or tape loop. 1 out of 7 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz PM8004 Written By Anonymous, Middletown, CT on Saturday, June 15, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Bought new December 2012 from Crutchfield. Sounded great until I lost the left channel in June 2013. I shut the amp off and the next time I went to use it the left channel was silent. I will soon find out how good the warranty is. Pros: Decent sound for the price. Cons: Did not work for long. 2 out of 5 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz PM8004 Integrated Amplifier Written By Dr. Russell, Dunbar, WV on Thursday, May 09, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I am pleased with the Marantz amplifier. The sound quality is excellent, and to me that is the most important criterion. I also like the layout of the controls and the remote, It is very easy to use. Switching from one input source to another is very easy to do. Cons: It would have nice to have another two input source connections. 3 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Super Integrated Written By Corelli, Grand Rapids, MI on Tuesday, December 25, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This amp took me by surprise. While I expected good performance I was somewhat blown away at how well it drove a pair of current hungry Magnepan 1.7's. An unexpected pairing to say the least. Very smooth and musical but not without detail. Outperforms similar priced integrateds with more impressive specs. You can't always believe the numbers! A beguiling integrated that is a default recommendation at this price....or even higher. Pros: Musical! Cons: Nothing worth mentioning 18 out of 19 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No A Nice One-Box Solution Written By Jason, Denver on Friday, August 24, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I bought the unit to integrate into my living room setup which currently has a Denon AVR receiver. I use the Source Direct to allow the AVr to still handle the HT needs and then turn this unit on for the two channel stereo listening. After upgrading my front speakers, the Denon just was not enough to bring out their best and I wanted a dedicated two channel amp for music. My speakers are the Ascend Sierra towers with the RAAL tweeters. They are fantastic and they shine with the PM8004 driving them. The highs are bright, but not harsh. The midrange is well-defined and possibly a little warm, which I love. Bass definition is precise. I was surprised to hear the character of the bass notes seem so much more organic on jazz and classical recordings although I cannot Setup was easy. The binding posts are incredibly robust and show the level of quality that is inherent in this unit. Unless you want to spend twice the price, I really don't think you can get a comparable level of performance from anything else out there. Sound quality is fantastic with good, clean power. Be warned, however, that this unit will highlight poor quality recordings. I was surprised to hear a distinct difference from one disc to the next. Poor quality recordings need a little tweaking on the DAC and the tone controls on this unit to hide their imperfections. It will definitely steer you towards higher quality source material. All in all, this is a great option for someone who wante Pros: Sound Quality HT Bypass Tone Controls Value Cons: None. 14 out of 24 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No precision, details and power! Written By Tony, Texas on Saturday, July 21, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) OK so here it is: I started with the NAD M3 amp, and a pair of DEF TEC BP8040ST speakers . The M3 is a very powerful piece and it did sound good. However, for the price I expected more. It just didn't seem clear enough or have the impact I expected. So I called Crutchfields for a return. They are so awesome with returns no questions asked. I also returned the BP 8040ST's too. Next I auditioned the Harman Kardon HK990 with a pair of TSI300 Polk Towers (1/4 the price of the BP8040 ST's) and the PSW 125 Polk sub. I liked the HK990 better than the M3 because the mid frequency bass and musical details sounded a bit better but the high frequency realm seemed a bit muted. So as you can guess, I made the call and Crutchfields took this set back. Next I tried the Marantz PM8004 with the Polk speaker system, no change there. My ears REJOICED! The mid frequency was very tight and precise! The high frequency response was sensational. I listened to my "most played " in my Itunes and I heard all the details. My first listening session lasted five hours straight! I was PARALIZED and could not leave my couch. The Polk speakers had zero listening fatigue too! They are a good match. Oh and did I mention the power output of the PM8004 is enough and then some to spare. I have a 25 X 25 living area that was full of sound. Go Marantz you will not be disappointed! (note: I am running a Cambridge Audio-high end-DAC from my PC with audio quest Golden Gate RCA cables to the PM8004) Pros: Great price for such high quality and performance. Cons: It may not be in stock when you try to buy it. So do not wait! 16 out of 27 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Blown Away Written By BlakeB, Greer, SC on Monday, April 02, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I am absolutely stunned at what a difference upgrading to this amplifier has made to the sound of my cds. It's like I'm hearing some of them for the first time. This might be the best $1,000 I've ever spent on stereo equipment! I've got this powering some 10 year-old JBL floor-standing Studio Series speakers and they sound amazing. I could not be happier with this purchase. Thanks, Chuck, for steering me towards the Marantz brand. Pros: Power, Tri-Tone controls, built like a tank, powerful bass response, exceptional clarity and detail Cons: nothing 13 out of 18 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Best for your money Written By murl, east coast on Wednesday, August 03, 2011 Not quite the power pusher of the seventies or even the eightys... however it is about the best you can get at this price point. Japanese made = quality. just turn the bass up a bit to enrich the sound and you should be fine. Otherwise you need some sort of outboard processer like an eq or something along those lines to get more fullness or push. I listen to all types of music. Hope this helps... 13 out of 35 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Quality behind Modesty Written By kob, Princeton, nj on Monday, April 04, 2011 Unit is not for those who look for something to show off, but for music lowers. Good enough replacement for my old amp, though sound is a bit "drier". 8 out of 27 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz PM8004 review Written By Charles, Toms River, NJ on Sunday, February 20, 2011 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) The first thing that pops out at you is how stylish and well built the 8004 is. The feel and look just scream quality and class. It is not just another "black box" stereo. This amp has personality and looks. Marantz seems to be getting back to it's roots of making good looking gear like their big 70's receivers. Even going back to using, and fun to use, tritone controls. The treble is very nice very smooth airy and easy to listen to. The midrange and upper bass is were this beast seems to come alive. A tremendous amount of detail and force in the midrange. This amp had dynamics and clarity in spades!!!!! The bass is very lush and full. This amp has NO problem in the bass department when using either a powered sub or good old fashion passive three way speakers with a 10" woofer. The bass is strong, dynamic and Very well controlled. Not boomy or slow. Very articulate bass and well balanced. The overall sound I would say about this amp is it is very full sounding, lush and VERY dynamic. Reminiscent of the sound of the big 70's receivers. But with far more clarity and imaging. NO listening fatique here. This amp is made for listening. I use my Marantz 8004 for almost entirely classical low level listening. So detail and articulate sound at low levels are my main needs. The 8004 carries it off without missing a beat. At low levels this amp maintains it's great dynamic sound. 35 out of 41 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Lots of Power, Retro Cool Written By Frank, Manhattan, KS on Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I use this amp to power my whole house speaker system- 11 speaker pairs. I wanted an amp that looked great, too, because it is on display in my living room. There are many choices for great retro looking, high performance IAs but their price is $ 2K and higher-too much for basically background music playback. The PM8004 was a great choice. Plenty of power, handsome styling, subtle blue LED lighting for active input-looks cool. It is also rather compact, but still hefty and very solidly built. The mid range tone adjustment is a plus-it seems to help today's digital sources sound a little better. I am very pleased with this amp. 16 out of 21 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great amplifier Written By Miguel, Fort Lauderdale, FL on Sunday, February 13, 2011 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) There is nothing to talk about this amp, "but a lot to listening". It is just great, as every Marantz product. 6 out of 16 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Classic Marantz Sound & Performance! Written By Cary, Merrick, NY on Thursday, January 06, 2011 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) After months of research, reading many reviews and making detailed comparisons, I decided on the Marantz PM8004 and bought it from Crutchfield. And it has exceeded my expectations! For the price, this unit delivers detailed smooth sound, plenty of clean quiet power, great looks and features that other manufacturers leave out, such as a phono stage, connections for 2 pairs of speakers and triple tone controls. And it's built like a tank! In summary, if you're looking for true "high-end" sound, sophisticated engineering and design, practical features, value and quality build, it's hard to beat this integrated amplifier! 21 out of 30 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Hands-on research Features and specs chart | What's in the box? | In-depth notes What's in the box? Download owner's manual Integrated Amplifier 68" AC power cord RC003PM wireless remote 2 "AAA" batteries Operating Instructions (English/ French/ Spanish) US Warranty information Canadian warranty information Features and Specs Performance Specs Watts RMS per Channel (8-ohms) 70 Watts RMS per Channel (6-ohms) Not given Watts RMS per Channel (4-ohms) 100 Frequency Bandwidth 20-20k THD 0.02% Minimum Impedance 4 ohms Signal to Noise Ratio 106 Digital Music Features Built-in DAC (Digital to Analog Converter) No High-resolution Audio Playback No Bluetooth No Wi-Fi No Connections Total Analog Inputs 6 Phono Input Yes Optical Digital Inputs --- Coaxial Digital Inputs --- USB Input --- Preamp Outputs Stereo Headphone Output 1/4" Dimensions and Warranty Width (inches) 17-3/8 Height (inches) 5-1/8 Depth (inches) 15-3/4 Weight (pounds) 26.9 Parts Warranty 3 Years Labor Warranty 3 Years Product Research Overview: The Marantz PM8004 is a two-channel integrated amplifier rated at 70 watts x 2 into 8-ohms and 100 watts x 2 into 4-ohms. In both the pre-amp and power amp sections, the PM8004 uses fully-discrete, high speed current feedback circuits for minimal phase shift and better detail resolution. Even the phono input is a fully discrete, constant-current design optimized for moving magnet phono cartridges. Marantz's HDAM SA3 (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module) performs critical stage-to-stage signal transfers. Five of the inputs (all but CD) share a buffer circuit to minimize unwanted interactions between the source and amp. The CD input has a separate buffer for even better isolation. The record outs are also buffered for enhanced recording clarity. Features Controls Connections Features Chassis Construction: The amplifier's chassis uses a triple-layer bottom plate to insure long-term alignment and vibration control. The unit's front panel uses a combination of aluminum and glass-reinforced resin to create a distinctive three dimensional appearance. Indirect reflecting blue LEDs indicate the input selection. HDAM (High Definition Amplifier Module): Marantz uses HDAMs instead of standard op-amps, resulting in a more dynamic sound with less susceptibility to radiated noise, heat, and vibration. The V/I converter circuit, the key block of the current-feedback pre-amplifier and power amplifier, is equivalent to the HDAM-SA3 amp-module developed for higher-grade Marantz components. Momentary-Current Supply: The PM8004's main amp has the capability to momentarily pass 25 amps or more, providing high-powered drive to the speakers. Short Power Line: To improve the momentary-current supply, the large current line connections are as short as possible, while remaining symmetrical. The individual power supply segments are located on the same heat sinks as the output transistors for quicker response to musical transients. Discrete Current-Feedback Phono Equalizer: The PM8004 provides an all-discrete, current-feedback phono equalizer optimized for moving magnet (MM) cartridges. Double-Shielded Toroidal Transformer: This unit is equipped with a toroidal power transformer to minimize vibration and leakage flux, which affects sound quality. The outside is double-shielded, using a core ring and a short ring. Power Amp Direct: The PM8004 can be used as just an amplifier, with a separate pre-amp. Connecting the outboard pre-amp's output to the Power Amp Direct In input bypasses the PM8004's input selector, balance, tone, and volume controls. In this configuration the amp's signal to noise ratio is 125 dB. Auto Standby: With the Auto Standby Mode turned on this unit will enter standby mode after approximately 30 minutes (continuous) of no output from the speakers or headphones. Controls Master Power: A mechanical switch turns the main power on/off. When off, the remote has no effect. When on, the remote can be used to switch between on and standby. Input Selector: A rotary knob on the front panel is used to select the input source (Phono, CD, Tuner, AUX/DVD, Recorder 1, Recorder 2,). Using the remote you can select the input directly. Bass: A rotary knob adjusts the bass output, +/-10 dB at 50 Hz. Midrange: A rotary knob adjusts the midrange output, +/-6 dB at 900 Hz. Treble: A rotary knob to adjust the treble output, +/-10 dB at 15 kHz. Balance: A rotary knob adjusts the left/right balance. Speakers: Two buttons allow you to independently select speakers A and B. When using headphones turn them both off; they are not automatically muted. Power Amp Direct: To engage the Power Amp Direct feature hold this button for three seconds. This bypasses the PM8004's input selector, balance, tone, and volume controls. Source Direct: When source direct is engaged the bass, midrange, treble, and balance circuits are bypassed. Remote Control: The supplied wireless remote will control the PM8004 and Marantz CD players, DVD players, tuners, and tape decks. Connections Speakers: The speaker system A and system B outputs are binding posts. They are not 5-way posts, but will accept single banana plugs, pin connectors, and bare wire up to 10 gauge. Line Inputs: The CD, Tuner, and Aux/DVD inputs have stereo RCA connectors. Recorder: Recorder 1 and Recorder 2 each have stereo RCA inputs and outputs. Phono: The stereo RCA phono input will accept moving magnet cartridges. There is a ground terminal beside the phono input. Pre Out: Stereo RCA outputs feed a powered subwoofer or another amplifier. Power Amp Direct In: Stereo RCA inputs feed the amplifier section directly from an outboard pre-amp when using the Power Amp Direct feature. Remote control: An RCA Remote Control input and output are used with other compatible Marantz components; CD player, DVD player, Tuner, etc. This allows the included remote to control the other Marantz components. Headphone: A standard 1/4" headphone jack is on the front panel. The speaker outputs are not automatically muted when you plug in headphones so the speakers must be manually turned off. Our Product Research Team At Crutchfield, you'll get detailed, accurate information that's hard to find elsewhere. That's because we have our own in-house Product Research team. They verify what's in the box, check the owner's manual, and record dimensions, features and specs. We stay on top of new products and technologies to help people make informed choices. Sorry, the Marantz PM8004 is no longer available. Looking for a similar item? Shop all Integrated Amplifiers Or, you can still... Write a review Purchase accessories for this product Download the product manual Search the website Go


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The Houston Dynamo will try to advance to the quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Champions League for the second consecutive year and the third time in the last six years on Thursday night when they travel to Panama to face second-place Árabe Unido in the final Group 1 match. Houston (2-0-1, 7 pts) can advance to the quarterfinals with a win or a tie, while Árabe Unido (2-1-0, 6 pts) need a win to advance.
Broadcast Info
TV: FOX Soccer Plus / Univision Deportes
Starting Lineups
Dynamo: Tyler Deric; Michael Chabala, Kofi Sarkodie, Bobby Boswell, Eric Brunner; Andrew Driver, Servando Carrasco, Alexander Lopez; Omar Cummings, Jason Johnson, Cam Weaver
Subs: Tally Hall, Calen Carr, Warren Creavalle, Will Bruin, Anthony Arena, Giles Barnes, Corey Ashe
Árabe Unido: Miguel Lloyd; Rigoberto Nino, Harold Cummings, Jose Gonzalez, Luis Fraiz; Humberto Ward, Orlando Rodriguez, Paul Roderick, Abdiel Macea; Angel Patrick, Fidel Caesar
Subs: Alexander Andreve, Felix Gondola, Enrico Small, Abdiel Arroyo, Reynaldo Anderson, Alejandro Velez, Joseph Cox
Get up-to-the minute stats throughout the match
We've been feeding you updated MLS standings and scenarios weekly with Standings Watch, but today we turn our attention to CONCACAF Champions League before the Dynamo's final group match on Thursday vs. Árabe Unido (7 p.m. CT; FOX Soccer Plus).
While the Dynamo's MLS situation is a little messy, the CCL scenario is pretty clean: get a result and you're through to the knockout stages. A win or a tie in Panama sends Houston past the group stage for the second consecutive year.
The Dynamo (7 pts) are currently ahead of Árabe Unido (6 pts) and W Connection (1 pt) in Group 1. W Connection have played all of their matches and have been eliminated from contention.
A win puts the Dynamo at 10 points and clearly ahead of Árabe Unido. A draw would keep El Expreso Azul a point behind Houston.
Getting through the group stage of the regional tournament is commendable, but the Dynamo are keen to improve upon last year's result when they pulled out a 1-0 home win over Mexican side Santos Laguna before falling out of the tournament on the return leg.
The eight group winners advance to the knockout rounds, and are seeded 1-8 according to their group stage performances, with the No. 1 seed paired against No. 8, No. 2 with No. 7, etc. These are the ranking tiebreakers:
- Points
- Goal differential
- Goals scored
- Away goals scored
- Wins
- Away wins
- Drawing of lots
Last year, the Dynamo were the No. 7 seed. Here's how this year's rankings look right now, with games to be played Thursday night:
|Games left
|Toluca (MEX)
|Cruz Azul (MEX)
|Tijuana (MEX)
|LA Galaxy (USA)
|10/24 at Isidro Metapán
|Alajuelense (CRI)
|Kansas City (USA)
|Houston (USA)
|10/24 at Árabe Unido
|San Jose (USA)
Group 1 is the only group that has not been decided.
A Dynamo win would push them to at least the fifth seed. The Dynamo could catch the Galaxy and go into fourth if LA loses to Isidro Metapán tonight, or if the Galaxy tie and the Dynamo make up the tiebreakers. Catching Tijuana would require defeating Árabe by at least a five goal margin. A tie gets the Dynamo to the knockout stage, but keeps them in seventh.
Steph is back to preview a "Do or Die-namo" week for our MLS Cup Playoffs and CONCACAF Champions League hopes. Cameos include Darth Vader and Van Halen's "Panama".
The Dynamo headed to Panama for their final CONCACAF Champions League group match against Árabe Unido on Thursday (7 p.m. CT; FOX Soccer Plus). Currently at the top of the group, Houston just needs a draw from the match to secure their passage to the knockout stages of the tournament. Check out the travel roster for the trip, and let us know what you think the starting XI will be on Thursday night.
Goalkeepers: Tyler Deric, Tally Hall
Defenders: Anthony Arena, Corey Ashe, Bobby Boswell, Eric Brunner, Mike Chabala, Kofi Sarkodie
Midfielders: Servando Carrasco, Ricardo Clark, Warren Creavalle, Andrew Driver, Alexander López
Forwards: Giles Barnes, Will Bruin, Calen Carr, Omar Cummings, Jason Johnson, Cam Weaver
Not suprisingly, Brad Davis didn't make the trip a week after ending Panama's World Cup hopes with two assists. It's doubtful he would receive a warm reception, and we'd rather not find out what would happen if the lights went out.
As the 2013 MLS regular season draws to a close, look back with Dynamo TV at some of the best moments of this year. Of course, we're waiting to add some more playoff memories to this in the next few weeks.
Tune in to ESPN 97.5 FM tonight for a new episode of Soccer Matters with Glenn Davis! Glenn will cover the Dynamo's playoff and CCL situation, UEFA Champions League and more!
Tune in and give Glenn a call with your thoughts!
Tonight's episode airs from 7-9 p.m. and can be heard on the radio on 97.5 FM or online at www.espn975.com.
The call-in number for the show is 713-780-3776.
We all know what happened this weekend. The Dynamo lost, and pretty much everyone else won. We won't rehash that. You're here for "how do the Dynamo get into the playoffs," and that's just what you'll get. First, the games that matter this weekend (in chronological order; all times CT):
- Saturday, Oct. 26, 2 p.m.: Philadelphia Union vs. Sporting Kansas City (NBC Sports Network)
- Saturday, Oct. 26, 3 p.m.: Toronto FC vs. Montreal Impact (MLS Live)
- Sunday, Oct. 27, 12:30 p.m.: D.C. United vs. Houston Dynamo (NBC)
- Sunday, Oct. 27, 3 p.m.: Columbus Crew vs. New England Revolution (MLS Live)
- Sunday, Oct. 27, 4 p.m.: New York Red Bulls vs. Chicago Fire (UniMas)
The Dynamo can still finish anywhere from third- to seventh-place. We'll focus on what gets them into the playoffs (fifth-place or higher).
If the Dynamo win vs. D.C. United
AND one of Montreal, New England or Chicago ties or loses, the Dynamo will finish in fifth place
If the Dynamo win vs. D.C. United
AND two of Montreal, New England or Chicago ties or loses, the Dynamo will finish in fourth place
If the Dynamo win vs. D.C. United
AND all three of Montreal, New England or Chicago ties or loses, the Dynamo will finish in third place
If the Dynamo tie vs. D.C. United
AND New England loses AND Philadelphia ties or loses the Dynamo will finish in fifth place.
(Any result that has the Dynamo tied with other teams at 49 points will not favor the Dynamo in tiebreaker scenarios)
- Wins
- Goals for
- Goal differential
- Fewest disciplinary points
- Road goals
- Road goal differential
- Home goals
- Home goal differential
- Coing toss (two teams) or drawing of lots (three or more teams
Clear as mud? If you have questions on any of these scenarios, leave them in the comments below and we'll try to answer them as best we can. The easiest way in is for the Dynamo to take care of business in D.C. and for at least one of the teams above Houston (Montreal, New England, Chicago) to not win.
Houston Dynamo fans honor retiring forward Brian Ching during his final regular season home match with a card stunt during the 25th minute of the Dynamo's match vs. the New York Red Bulls on Oct. 20, 2013.
For more information on Ching's career, retirement and testimonial match coming at the end of this season, click here.

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Firefox 6, based on Gecko 6.0, was released on August 16, 2011. This article provides links to information about the changes that affect developers in this release.
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JavaScript code modules
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- Firefox 5 for developers
- Firefox 4 for developers
- Firefox 3.6 for developers
- Firefox 3.5 for developers
- Firefox 3 for developers
- Firefox 2 for developers
- Firefox 1.5 for developers
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Maple producers strut their sap and syrup stuff at annual tour
The steamy sweet smell of boiling maple sap wafted through the state on Saturday when more than 100 maple syrup producers opened their doors to the public for New Hampshire Maple Weekend.
In Union at the Meadow View Sugarhouse, visitors lined up to sample different grades of syrup and partake of maple products such as mustards and butters, cotton candy, doughnuts and hot dogs boiled in maple syrup.
New York City resident Gina Muzio and her boyfriend, Trevor Emmons of North Berwick, Maine, toured some of the region's sugarhouses.
"This is something you don't find in the city," said Muzio.
Their favorite maple product is the maple cranberry hot/sweet mustard.
Kids touring the new "Intens-O-Fire" stainless steel wood-fired evaporator at the Sugarhouse filled up on syrup, goodies and fun facts.
"It takes 40 gallons of sap to make a gallon of syrup, said elementary school student C.J. Escalera of Concord. "It's really cool - there's a lot of machinery."
His friend, Aidan Fox-Morrill, said he was having a good time. "It's a fun family activity," said Aidan.
C.J.'s mom, Sarah Escalera, said this was the family's first time out to Meadow View Sugarhouse. "T'is the season for maple sugaring. I just like the smells," she said. Her favorite? "The maple butter is to die for."
According to New Hampshire Maple Experience website, the state's maple industry produces close to 90,000 gallons of syrup annually. Maple sugaring time in New Hampshire runs from mid-February to mid-April. The season stalled a bit this past week when cold temperatures slowed sap, but sunshine and temps in the 40s loosened up the sap by week's end.
Sap is collected from maple trees through taps into buckets or tubing systems where it is collected and then boiled down in an evaporator over a blazing hot fire. As the steam rises, the sap becomes more concentrated until it reaches the proper density to be classified as syrup, according to the website. It is then drawn from the evaporator, filtered, graded and bottled.
Sugarhouse owners Nick and Cindy Kosko recently purchased a large, wood-fired evaporator, investing $20,000 into this fuel-efficient stainless steel piece of machinery. In all, they tap approximately 100 maple trees across five acres. Cindy said they use practices that keep the trees healthy and their tubing collection system clean and in good working order.
"This is our product - we want people to trust it," she said. Maple season typically yields between 500 and 1,000 gallons of syrup for the farm.
Visitor Larry Cocarus of Rochester visited Meadow View with his wife and three grandchildren.
"The kids are having a blast," he said. "This is unbelievable," he said of the giant new evaporator.
In Brookfield at the Seabrisket Sugarbush, owners Rick Surette and D.J. Walkey entertained visitors in their maple and baked goods shop and in the steaming room where Rick manned the evaporator.
The Sugarbush has been producing maple syrup since the 1800s, said Surette. This season they are tapping about 250 trees across 60 acres.
"We get excited about this season. It shortens the winter," said Surette.
In the nearby shop, visitors Huntley Skinner and her husband, Tom Skinner, came from the Boston area to ski and partake of the Maple Weekend.
"We love the wood-stove boiled syrups; it's more flavorful. They do it the right way here," said Huntley. The couple uses syrup on oatmeal, in their coffee, and as an all-purpose sugar replacement.
"Fresh maple syrup is part of my wedding vow - my commitment to the marriage is to make sure we always have a fresh supply of New Hampshire maple syrup," she said.
For more information about New Hampshire Maple Weekend and a list of participating sugarhouses, go to: nhmapleproducers.com.
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Ana has been drawn against world No.72 Ayumi Morita in the opening round of the PTT Pattaya Open, which begins on Monday. Ana is the top seed at the $220,000 International event.
Ana has a 2-1 head-to-head record against the Japanese 22-year-old.
If she reaches round two, Ana will meet either Chanelle Scheepers or Kimiko Date-Krumm.
Sixth seed Daniela Hantuchova is a possible opponent in the quarter-finals, while No.3 Su-Wei Hsieh and No.5 Sabine Lisicki are potential adversaries in the last four.
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The Consortium is chaired by BAFTA's Chief Operating Officer, Kevin Price, and members include all3media, BBC, Channel 4, Endemol, IMG, ITV, Kudos, NBCUniversal International Television, Sky, Shed Media, Twofour and UKTV.
The Consortium features 12 of the UK's largest production companies and broadcasters. Founded in 2011, the Consortium is the leading think-tank on sustainability for film and television, working to raise the profile of sustainability in the industry, championing sustainable production techniques and freely providing the tools, guidance and direction needed to reduce the impact of moving-image media production on the environment. The group's current projects include 'albert+', the Albert carbon calculator, Media Greenhouse and a sustainable production module.
Kevin Price, COO of BAFTA, said: "Individually, the creative industries have done much to promote and embed sustainable practices. Nevertheless, by sharing opportunities, challenges and aspirations across the sector we stand to achieve much more. Our challenges and solutions are by no means unique and I firmly believe a collaborative approach to be a catalyst for greater progress."
The Consortium provide training on the use of the Albert carbon calculator and techniques in sustainable production, including the 'albert+' certification, as well as providing strategic direction for the group. Furthermore, the group defines best practice and works collaboratively with associations and suppliers to help the industry move towards sustainable ways of working.
The work of the group is facilitated by a range of technical consortium partners, all of whom contribute to the Consortium on a charitable basis. They are: Aerian Studios (design and branding), The Sustainable Business Practice (sustainability consultants giving 'rolling assurance' through footprint checking), Microsoft (granting BAFTA a licence to use the Enterprise edition of SharePoint, the software on which the Albert carbon calculator is built), Outsourcery (providing web hosting) and Sharepoint City (which built and maintains Albert).
Mark Hawkins, Twofour Group's Managing Director, explains why he's excited by Albert and why he expects more than one type of return from it.
Jo Fox talks about Sky's 'The Bigger Picture' initiative, and Director of Broadcast Operations describes the transition from a tape-based to a file-based workflow.
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Honors: CSCAA Scholar All-America Honorable Mention (2013) ... ACC Academic Honor Roll (2013, 2014)
2013-14: Advanced to the platform final at the ACC Championship for the second-straight year, placing sixth with a personal-best score of 285.80 ... That award ranked second all-time at Duke ... Qualified for the NCAA Zone B Diving Championships in the 1-meter and platform events ... Finished 14th in the platform preliminaries ... Over the summer, earned the highest finish of her international career with a 24th-place showing in the preliminaries of the individual 10-meter platform event at the FINA World Cup in Shanghai, China.
2012-13: Duke's top performer in 3-meter and platform diving during her rookie campaign ... Logged a pair of second-place finishes on the 3-meter board during the regular season ... Advanced to the finals of the platform competition at the ACC Championships, totaling a score of 252.30 to finish seventh ... Qualified for the NCAA Zone B Championships, placing sixth on the platform with a season-best award of 265.75.
Prior to Duke: Competed with the Southampton Diving Academy club team during her prep career ... Also competed in artistic gymnastics ... Member of the Cum Laude Society ... National Merit Scholar ... Earned highest honors as a freshman, sophomore and junior and high honors as a senior.
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Dolce Veloce is officially a cicchetti and wine bar, but that's no reason not to take the kids. In fact, the first item on the cicchetti menu — pizza cones — is the very reason you should take the kids.
Shaped like an ice cream cone, the pizza crust is filled with what usually tops a pizza. The cones come with four stuffing/toppings — pesto and cheese, tomato sauce and cheese, mushroom and spinach, and sausage and pepperoni. One near-teen pronounced the Margerita (tomato sauce and cheese) �deeelicious� — once it had cooled a bit.
The grown-ups may enjoy the pizza cones, too, to go with their choice of wine, for Dolce Veloce has an impressive list, reasonably priced by the glass (starting at $5.99) or bottle (starting at $18.99).
But there�s also a list of fascinating-sounding cicchetti (small snacks or side dishes) to tempt, either to nibble or to combine for a more substantial meal.
If the list is overwhelming, the waitstaff will gladly talk you through the offerings, though it may seem as if each one is a favorite dish (and that well may be, having tried a few).
First, the offerings are grouped by price. The cones are $5.99, followed at $6.99 by a choice of nine different panini.
As you move up the price ladder, the choices take on more variety. Among the $7.99 dishes are several salads, including Panzanella Tuscana, the classic Tuscan bread salad with peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers and olives; Arancini, fried rice balls stuffed with cheese and meat; and Buffalo Mozzarella, served with a fig wine reduction and candied pecans.
For $8.99, the choices include platters of assorted salamis or cheeses, fried calamari, and two don�t-miss dishes: Rolatine di Zucchini and Tore di Mozzarella.
Both dishes are cheesy, but both are delicious. For the rolatine, thin slices of zucchini are wrapped around a stuffing of fontina, ricotta, parsley, mozzarella, parmesan and romano cheeses, then baked. The Tore, or tower, consists of alternating layers of mozzarella, roasted red peppers and roasted eggplant, topped with a fig balsamic reduction.
All of these dishes are ideal for sharing. One side dish or snack size is not quite enough for a main course, but two may be too much. Two people sharing three different dishes works well, and also expands your ability to try different dishes.
Another alternative is the cicchetti tasting for two ($40), either seafood (sepia, fried calamari, crab cakes, capacente, Gamberi oreganata, and garlic aioli bread) or meat and cheese (Rabolo, Parmigiano Reggiano, Gorgonzola dulce, Cacciatoni, prosciutto di Parma, Sopresetto, and mortadela di Modena, served with grapes, apple and crostini).
If the kids are not with you and you want to enjoy both food and wine at your leisure, take your server�s advice about wine pairing, especially if you took suggestions about dishes to order. It seems a lot of thought (and tasting) has gone into coming up with ideal pairings.
You also might want to leave the kids behind for happy hour, 4-7 p.m. Monday through Friday, a good time for tasting different wines and sampling some of the foreign brews that also are available, but also plan a return trip at a when kids can enjoy one of those �deeelicious� pizza cones.


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Muse Strong in Pfizer Starter Allowance
Zoomfection, JA Sundance a strong pair for Caldwell-Muse team
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October 23, 2012
Owner Danny Caldwell and trainer Brian Muse has a pair of horses who are both coming off wins – Zoomfection and JA Sundance – to provide a double shot as likely starters in the $75,000 Pfizer Starter Allowance Challenge Championship on Saturday night at Prairie Meadows.
The 350-yard Pfizer Starter Allowance Challenge Championship is dedicated to the working-class claiming horses who comprise the majority of horses racing throughout the United States. Each of the horses in the Pfizer Starter Allowance Challenge Championship will be competing for the largest purse of their careers.
Zoomfection (Shazoom-Dashs Perfection by Dash For Cash) has competed from the $5,000 to the $15,000 claiming level this year. He was second for a $15,000 tag two starts ago and then won the September 15 Pfizer Prairie Meadows Starter Allowance Challenge for his second win from four starts over the track.
JA Sundance (Gol-JA Sofisticated Lady by First Down Dash) won a $10,000 claiming race at Will Rogers Downs and scored by a length in the September 30 Pfizer Will Rogers Starter Allowance Challenge.
Miguel Banuelos' Senor Fish (Fishers Dash-First Place Affair by First Place Dash) is in sharp form. The gelding was third in the $21,000 Fair Meadows Maturity on July 7 and then won two $10,000 starter allowances at Prairie Meadows, both by a half length, one at 220 yards and the other at 250 yards.
The Jose Antonio Moreno-owned and -trained Moonin The Chicks (Looking For Chicks-Your First Moon by First Down Dash) makes his first start away from Los Alamitos. The gelding has won five of seven starts this year and took a $30,000 claiming race in a quick :15.30 for the 300 yards on September 28 before shipping to Prairie Meadows.
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Circle the family around this fun board game and watch the hats fly!
Watch the hats fly as they are launched with this Hats Off board game.
The pointed end of the cone always lands first. This unique hat-flipping game is simple to play and fun for the whole family. Score points for landing in the right colored area. For up to 4 players. Comes with instruction manual. Recommended for ages 4 and up. Imported from China.
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Eve Troeh
Jan 9, 2013 The U.S. is importing less oil, and that will continue into next year. The Energy Information Administration expects the lowest oil import levels in 25 years.
2012 was a gusher year for OPEC
Stephen Beard
Dec 31, 2012 OPEC earned a record $1 trillion in revenues in 2012, and the average price of oil was the highest ever.
High school grads head straight for jobs in Montana
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Dec 28, 2012 We've told you about the energy boom unfolding in the Northern plains states. Centered in North Dakota, the industry is quickly spilling over into Montana.
Seeing opportunity in North Dakota's oil boom
Todd Melby
Dec 11, 2012 Daniel Brock was happily teaching. Then he heard about jobs in the oil fields of North Dakota. Now he's happily working there.
U.S. energy production already affecting OPEC
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Dec 11, 2012 Higher oil and gas production in the U.S. will change oil relationships around the world. The Middle East won't be called on to produce as much, costing it income, but Saudi Arabia will remain a key player.
Railroads profit from oil boom in North Dakota
Eve Troeh
Dec 10, 2012 Trains haul fracking supplies into the region and haul oil out of it. The oil boom comes at a good time: the railroads' mainstay, coal, is in a slump.
One fracking minute: an animated explainer on hydraulic fracturing
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Dec 18, 2014 There's an oil and gas boom in North America thanks to an innovation known as hydraulic fracturing that extracts natural gas and oil from shale rock deep underground. Here's how it works.
Oil boom family is cramped but together
Laura Candler
Dec 5, 2012 A year after her husband moved to North Dakota's oil fields from their home in Missouri, Shannon Atwell picked up her four boys and joined him.
The oil boom: Born to be a roughneck
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Dec 5, 2012 Richard Karpe had his first roughneck job at age 11, on a rig run by his stepfather. He talks about the roughneck life and its hazards.
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King of the Road 2013: The Book
Take a look at what the competing teams have to try and fill out.
Posted: September 9, 2013
King of the Road 2013: The Book
Take a look at what the competing teams have to try and fill out.
Posted: September 9, 2013
He manages, raps and Lord knows he's hell on a sandwich, but who would have guessed Sam Smyth had a more artistic side behind the camera?
Burnout gets back to work with the last of his King of the Road photos. So two weeks ago.
Here's a bunch of Midway Point hijinx, Jaws slams, and a legendary LA spot. But most of all, Raybourn's loop is even more impressive when you see his wild attempts.
An extra make or two here, a twist of fate over there—and Real would have won this thing. They really went for it, they're good sports, and they have a ripping squad.
Every team had fun this year, but Chocolate really had a blast. Here's a bunch of outtakes and extra angles.
Here's the Highest, Longest, Most awards. Every KOTR there's weird tricks and funny moments, but this edit shows that some truly incredible skating goes down. Huge thanks to Enjoi, Chocolate, Real and Birdhouse. What a rad year...
Birdhouse ends strong to get the win. Mike Davis, Clive Dixon and Clint Walker are skate demons, Wee-Man swings by, Jaws blasts the biggest ollie of KOTR (of course), and you gotta see the enders with Gravette and Raybourn. Amazing. Congrats, guys.
Here's Real in the final stretch. They have to push Arrighi into a pool, they meet up with Lil' Wayne, Brock battles a kickflip late shove-it, and TJ Rogers again tackles some wild tech moves.
The stoke and delirium combine as Chocolate nears the end. Here's a gnarly pool roll-in session, tech madness, filmer hijinx, a Too $hort cameo, and Cory Kennedy continues to rip while gaining no points.
Enjoi goes down South for a pool session with Salba, a prank call to Shier, and a big snapper at Willshire from Wallin as King of the Road nears the end of the line.
The Real team battles harsh bank-to-wall challenges, Mystery Guest TJ Rogers is a tech ledge-wizard, they find a mom who can kickflip, and Jake Ruiz continues to be the big surprise of KOTR with his shocking handrail assaults.
Portland, Boise, Sacto, and Los Angeles. The Real KOTR Team hit it real hard from start to finish and it was a hell of a ride!
It's rad how Chocolate has evolved into such an all-terrain team over the years. Here they skate deep pits, ledges, rails, and there's even a red curb session.
Some teams fade as KOTR progresses, but Enjoi turns up the energy and weirdness. This is their best clip by far.
Generator races, jousting, kegboards, and a near disaster of blazing proportions all contributed to the midway madness in Sacramento.
Everyone wondered if Tony Hawk would get involved and get dirty to help Birdhouse on KOTR. Hell yes, he does. Also, Clint Walker is the make-out king, and Clive Dixon lipslides a monster rail.
The fives flow like Coors with rooftop Vinsanity, 10-legged downhill and less-than-shy sheboarders. Chocolate KOTR, still in Denver.
Real makes a potato gun, Justin Brock grinds up, across and down a rail, a longboard gets focused, and the team gets 21 females into their van.
Elijah Berle shows his ATV abilities, Stevie Perez battles a backlip shove-it, and the filmer makes a love connection with a girl who has a probation ankle monitor.
KOTR blood pumps heavy in the hearts of the Chocolate team as they crack the book in Denver.
A panda gets to second base, the whole team gets the dubstep blues, and Zack Wallin snaps a rare no-comply fakie.
Here's Birdhouse killing it. Ben Raybourn is a transition genius, Clint Walker gets 25 make-outs, and you gotta see Mike Davis frontside flip a spine. It's so sick.
Real is in this to win and the guys find a stripper who skates, Brock gets inked, Brockel does a huge bar snap, and Jake Ruiz grinds one of the gnarliest 50-50s in KOTR history.
Chocolate starts off with an unreal bank-to-wall session, Stevie Perez gets 10 tricks on one handrail, Vincent Alvarez makes everything look good, and Raven gets a wild barefoot boneless.
After a rad intro section, Enjoi starts things off with a bunch of manual and transition tricks, they find a mom who can kickflip, and Jimmy Carlin shows he's gonna have the most fun of all.
Oh. Shit. Here we go. Chocolate vs. Real vs. Birdhouse vs. Enjoi. Webisodes start Monday, Jan 6. These are gonna be good.
Congratulations to Birdhouse for winning the 2013 King of the Road.
If you've been keeping up, then you know these KOTR edits are super gnarly. If you're not up to speed, then start with this one.
Which one of these Lunatic Fringe members are gonna give their team an edge over the others?
KOTR needs your help! Vote now for the best FIRING LINE and the winning team will get 50 points added to their total.
The Real Team ripped through Portland, Idaho, Sacto, Fresno, San Diego, and Los Angeles stacking points. The road is treating us like Kings.
Taylor Smith joins the Enjoi team as they continue to fill out the book.
An all-star cast plus Jereme Rogers when Girl took the KOTR challenge. Coast to coast - no shirt, no pants - no problem!
The Chocolate team attacks the book and Elijah goes for a Ho-Ho. Can you teach a new dog old tricks?
Guns, boobs and gushing head wounds when Foundation last went on King of the Road. Lucky to be alive!
Is the Birdhouse team skating or getting stoned?
The Real crew gets started on the book in Portland, OR.
Joe Brook checks in from the road with the Enjoi crew.
More crazy good times and gnarly skating from the '06 and '07 King of the Roads.
The Chocolate team opens their book and gets to work in Denver, CO.
Dan Z meets up with the Birdhouse crew and hits the road.
Take a look at what the competing teams have to try and fill out.
The day before King of the Road kicked off, Real got an unpleasant phone call from Ishod Wair. Seems that Ishod pinched a nerve in his back and is completely unable to skate for a while. After one phone call, Jake Donnelly is in and it's on!
Which team is going to take King of the Road in 2013? Check the stats...
A winning KOTR team has the perfect balance of skill, drive and dudes willing to suck face with lady hobos. Find out who each team picked for their ride on the highway to hell.King of the Road 2013 starts this Friday!
Time for a trip down memory lane. 2005 was a good year for KOTR, featuring high level trickery and top shelf hijinx.
Before this year's KOTR journey begins, let's look back at the highlights from 2003 and 2004.
Weigh the options and vote for your ultimate line-ups for Birdhouse, Enjoi, Chocolate and Real. Pick five skaters from each team. Teams announced soon.
Which four teams will be battling for this year's King of the Road crown? Tune into this special announcement to find out...
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Air Pollution and Allergies: A Connection?
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Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR
Does the "air we breathe" have an impact on the rising incidence of allergies and asthma? Hay feverwas rare in Japan before World War II. However, pollen allergy is now common and mostly affects those living in Japanese cities and near highways. Allergic disease is also more common in highly developed countries in North America and Europe and less common in Third World countries. This suggests that there must be something about modern, urban life that promotes allergy. Let us examine the impact of air pollution.
By far the most important indoor pollutant is tobaccosmoke, which is strongly associated with allergic sensitization, asthma, and other respiratory illnesses. Exposure to smoke results in the body's enhanced ability to produce IgE(the allergy antibody) that attaches to allergens (e.g. pollen, dust mites and dander). The IgE response is a key trigger of allergic reactions.


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