Let's hope I don't run into a problem like you've encountered, OldSkool.
The plan is to have the components in a mechanical closet, accessible on the first floor, in between the living room and kitchen (accessible, really, from both). Ipod and CD sources will be connected. I am figuring we will operate without remotes - volume changes will be made at the head unit, with tweaking done at the wall volume controls. As far as changing sources, I guess we'll have to do it the old fashioned way, of getting up and going over to the system.
I think I am going to pick up the Sherwood 8 Amp, 2 zone, stereo amp/receiver. It seems perfect for my needs.
Another sugestion. I've got a Sherwood 4 zone stereo amp ($150) Logitech Squeezebox Duet controller ($150/$199), zone volume control inwall and use my Android phone app (squeezecontrller)for a squeezebox whole house wifi controller. (Volume, Program, Cover Art,song, FF/RW, etc.)(Does your owned music, Rhapsody, itunes, Pandora, Satellite, internet radio, everythingOr duet controller $150(Does your owned music, Rhapsody, itunes, Pandora, Satellite, internet radio, everything(Volume, Program, Cover Art,song, FF/RW, etc.) 1 source or add duets for additional source per zone (or use tuner 4 second source)
Just another thought
