re: Linear setting question
Apparently the only useful part of this feature is that you can make the CD flat and turn down the bass in FM-land. I figured that out tonight after reading the post here. Seems to me a lot of FM stations bump up the bass.
I find the stock Becker Monza stereo kinda screwy. It tries so hard to be elegant in looks that it's difficult to operate. The Beckers I've run into in the past have been much more intuitive.
I just set a handful of presets in FM and play my CDs - roll my eyes and go on. It does have great sound.