Is HD sound worth it? - Blu-ray Forum

InTheBox · 06-21-2008, 05:50 PM

HI guys,
I want to know if Dolby trueHD, Dolby plus dts-HD is worth the extra money and a 7.1 system.
i currently have 5.1 system Dolby dig and pro logic 2. I dont want to pay 500+ for a hd recevier if the sound is not much better.
Thanks guys
Pat

Beta Man · 06-21-2008, 05:52 PM

What speakers do you run? You'll get a lot of biased advice here.... but for many "no" it's not worth it.

hagar852 · 06-21-2008, 05:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InTheBox

HI guys,
I want to know if Dolby trueHD, Dolby plus dts-HD is worth the extra money and a 7.1 system.
i currently have 5.1 system Dolby dig and pro logic 2. I dont want to pay 500+ for a hd recevier if the sound is not much better.
Thanks guys
Pat

If you know someone that has it or if you can demo a system that is setup for it to check out yourself, then I think you will be able to see if it is worth it to you or not.

Whether it is worth it or not.. I can' answer that but there is a difference between the codecs yes.

jswilli1 · 06-21-2008, 06:00 PM

I upgraded my Sony ES 5.1 DD DTS reciever to an Onkyo 805 to enjoy the new DTS MA and Dolby Tru-HD. I also wanted the capability of later upgrading to 7.1 and having the 3 HDMI inputs since my TV only has one HDMI input.

InTheBox · 06-21-2008, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Beta Man

What speakers do you run? You'll get a lot of biased advice here.... but for many "no" it's not worth it.

pioneer

UKTruBlu · 06-21-2008, 06:04 PM

Its definatley worth it just for the uncompressed audio.

InTheBox · 06-21-2008, 06:13 PM

I am a sound buff. If there is a noticeable difference i want it.

RUR · 06-21-2008, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beta Man

What speakers do you run? You'll get a lot of biased advice here.... but for many "no" it's not worth it.

That is the right question.

Quote:

Originally Posted by InTheBox

pioneer

You'll almost certainly get a bigger increase in sound quality by spending your money on speakers (and room treatment, if that's something you're willing and able to investigate).

InTheBox · 06-21-2008, 06:21 PM

Even with a dolby dig 5.1 system?

hagar852 · 06-21-2008, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by InTheBox

Even with a dolby dig 5.1 system?

Yep..

RUR · 06-21-2008, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by InTheBox

Even with a dolby dig 5.1 system?

In re: the quality (as in accuracy) of the audio you hear, yes. IMHO, of course!

InTheBox · 06-21-2008, 06:52 PM

Is this a good speaker setup?
yamaha NS-SP5800

heres the specs

http://www.yamaha.com/yec/products/p...8&CTID=5003000
thanks

Beta Man · 06-21-2008, 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InTheBox

Is this a good speaker setup?
yamaha NS-SP5800

heres the specs

http://www.yamaha.com/yec/products/p...8&CTID=5003000
thanks

No....

For the same money, (less actually) get the Polks on sale at Fry's... the tower speakers (not sure what they are) and a center speaker to match...

three of those will set you back $210 or so, and you'll have a greater improvement in sound (keep using your surrounds.)

ablu · 06-21-2008, 07:06 PM

It depends on if you are more of an audio person or more of a video person. If you are like me

, I thrive off of great sound from a movie, and the new audio formats are what Blu is all about (DD TrueHD, Uncompressed, and DTS-HD Master Audio). There; I said it. I will rebuy a movie on Blu-ray if the sound is super-improved. If not, SD dvds will suffice.

markbr · 06-21-2008, 07:37 PM

Hi I Think Pcm Uncompressed Audio Is The Best On Blu Ray Why Have They Limited The Audio Now ? Most Of The New Discs Are Dolby Tru Hd, Dts Hd Master Audio When I Play Certain Movies In Normal 5.1 And Then Switch To Pcm Wow Now Its Better Then The Cinema

Sony 46" Lcd Bravia
Sony Av Receiver
Sony Bdp S300 Bd Player
Sky Hd

162 Blu Ray Discs

richteer · 06-21-2008, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by InTheBox

I am a sound buff. If there is a noticeable difference i want it.

If you're a sound buff, lose those Pioneer speakers NOW! There are many better choices, depending on your budget. What is your budget?

And yes, HD is definitely worth it, but you have more pressing audio problems than the audio codecs you can handle right now... Sort your speakers out, then look at a new receiver.

richteer · 06-21-2008, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by markbr

Hi I Think Pcm Uncompressed Audio Is The Best On Blu Ray Why Have They Limited The Audio Now ? Most Of The New Discs Are Dolby Tru Hd, Dts Hd Master Audio When I Play Certain Movies In Normal 5.1 And Then Switch To Pcm Wow Now Its Better Then The Cinema

Just curious, but why do you capitalise every word?

supersix4 · 06-21-2008, 08:33 PM

trust me it will blow you away WORTH IT! x10

Driver_King · 06-21-2008, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by InTheBox

I am a sound buff. If there is a noticeable difference i want it.

Why even ask then?

HD audio makes a noticable difference. Even on crappy speakers. HD audio can even make you realize how sucky your current speakers are too!

I would recommend upgrading your speakers first though.

RUR · 06-21-2008, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by supersix4

trust me it will blow you away WORTH IT! x10

Of course, but where will the OP get the biggest improvement for money spent? Several of us are suggesting speakers are the way to go.

06-21-2008, 05:50 PM	#1
InTheBox Junior Member Member since:Jun 2008	Is HD sound worth it? HI guys, I want to know if Dolby trueHD, Dolby plus dts-HD is worth the extra money and a 7.1 system. i currently have 5.1 system Dolby dig and pro logic 2. I dont want to pay 500+ for a hd recevier if the sound is not much better. Thanks guys Pat

06-21-2008, 07:37 PM	#15
markbr Blu-ray Samurai Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Feb 2008 Location:UK. Home Theater Gallery:20 Blu-ray collection:595 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	Pcm Uncompressed Audio Hi I Think Pcm Uncompressed Audio Is The Best On Blu Ray Why Have They Limited The Audio Now ? Most Of The New Discs Are Dolby Tru Hd, Dts Hd Master Audio When I Play Certain Movies In Normal 5.1 And Then Switch To Pcm Wow Now Its Better Then The Cinema Sony 46" Lcd Bravia Sony Av Receiver Sony Bdp S300 Bd Player Sky Hd 162 Blu Ray Discs

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Beta Man Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Juuuuuuuust A Bit Outside.... Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:268 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:25	What speakers do you run? You'll get a lot of biased advice here.... but for many "no" it's not worth it.

06-21-2008, 06:00 PM	#4
jswilli1 Active Member Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Rio Rancho, NM Blu-ray collection:32	I upgraded my Sony ES 5.1 DD DTS reciever to an Onkyo 805 to enjoy the new DTS MA and Dolby Tru-HD. I also wanted the capability of later upgrading to 7.1 and having the 3 HDMI inputs since my TV only has one HDMI input.

06-21-2008, 06:04 PM	#6
UKTruBlu Senior Member Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Surrey, England Home Theater Gallery:9 Blu-ray collection:170 Blu-ray reviews:1	Its definatley worth it just for the uncompressed audio.

06-21-2008, 06:13 PM	#7
InTheBox Junior Member Member since:Jun 2008	I am a sound buff. If there is a noticeable difference i want it.

06-21-2008, 06:21 PM	#9
InTheBox Junior Member Member since:Jun 2008	Even with a dolby dig 5.1 system?

06-21-2008, 06:52 PM	#12
InTheBox Junior Member Member since:Jun 2008	Is this a good speaker setup? yamaha NS-SP5800 heres the specs http://www.yamaha.com/yec/products/p...8&CTID=5003000 thanks

06-21-2008, 07:06 PM	#14
ablu Member Member since:Feb 2008 Location:fayetteville, nc Blu-ray collection:236	It depends on if you are more of an audio person or more of a video person. If you are like me , I thrive off of great sound from a movie, and the new audio formats are what Blu is all about (DD TrueHD, Uncompressed, and DTS-HD Master Audio). There; I said it. I will rebuy a movie on Blu-ray if the sound is super-improved. If not, SD dvds will suffice.

06-21-2008, 08:33 PM	#18
supersix4 Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Blu-ray collection:572 Blu-ray reviews: 53 Trading Score:3	trust me it will blow you away WORTH IT! x10

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