thread: Receivers?
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Old 04-01-2009, 02:46 PM   #4
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Originally Posted by zicmubleu View Post
You wrote that you have 5.1 surround sound so how are you getting that? Basically a receiver is single box unit that includes the preamps, processors with the codecs to decode digital formats, an amplifier section and a radio tuner of various types. If you already have a set up that boosts your TV sound via an HDMI cable out from your TV and/or Blu-ray player you wouldn't benefit much from a receiver except maybe adding some channels for 7.1 sound. If you are referring to a HTIB then a high quality receiver is a general step up, but you most likely will need new speakers to really start reaping any benefit.
Well, I disagree. Lossless audio is a pretty nice bump up in my opinion. However, like stated, if you have 5.1 sound you have to have some kind of receiver or pre-amp processor already in place to do that.
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