Currently I have this using some 3rd party program:
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Problem is, the actual taskbar items (including icons and window buttons text) are made semi transparent. Does anyone know of a program/skin that allows the default vista theme but is capable of altering transparency without the effects listed? Ta.

I've notified a mod so you can get this mod to the appropriate section.

Awesome, I look forward to that happening.

I believe he meant 'Moved' on the second 'Mod' - nothing to be so excited about.

Anyhow, looks neat I guess, but I personally would have no use for it.

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The only way I know of is to edit the taskbar background PNG file in the visual style.

Just find the image in the aero.msstyle and copypaste it over itself so its 50% less transparent.. works fine