Multi Channel Analogue vs. hdmi

[Arcam_or_bust]

Hello all;

I have a Samsung BDP-2550, I am running it through my Arcam AVR 350. I am using the 7 multi channel analogue out. The 350 doesn't have the new codec decoding therefore letting my player decode is my option.

I however have come deffinatley much more fond of the sound. I did find this also when i previously had an Onkyo 606. I switched between the analogue and HDMI for the sound and even liked it better when I used the analogue with it over letting the Onkyo decode it.

I have deffinatley become a huge fan of the multi channel analogue out over the reciever decoding. After reading an article that the Harmon Kardon engineers agreed this is the preferable way to enjoy theatre play back I dont miss the HDMI repeating.

I was a little scared when I first dumped a fist full of dollars into this reciever, thinking that I was loosing out with the new codecs, but I am even now recommending ito to you all to give it a try.

Definatley worth the fun of playing... and who hear doesn't enjoy having to add a few more interconnects to their collecting.

Peace.

[JimShaw]

I love my analog out. Player decodes, runs directly through the receiver, great sound, better then HDMI




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[crazyBLUE]

I think I will just keep what I have ! It works just fine !

[JimShaw]

Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

I think I will just keep what I have ! It works just fine !

Once you have heard a good multi channel analog, you will discover that "what I have" is not "just fine"



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[crazyBLUE]

Originally Posted by JimShaw

Once you have heard a good multi channel analog, you will discover that "what I have" is not "just fine"
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So you are saying that multi channel analog is better than HDMI . I use HDMI & my system sounds pretty much PERFECT !

[Arcam_or_bust]

Crazyblu- simple question...... Have you ever tried it?

[JimShaw]

Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

So you are saying that multi channel analog is better than HDMI . I use HDMI & my system sounds pretty much PERFECT !

Each player and receiver is different. I think it all depends on the units one has.

For me and my system I tested both the analog and the HDMI and with my ears I could tell the difference in sound between the two and for me the analog was far better.




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[CasualKiller]

[JasonR]

Not getting into it!

Arcam_or_bust,

I did notice your speaker selection, I would love to see them added to your gallery so they can be added here.

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=97224

[crazyBLUE]

Originally Posted by Arcam_or_bust

Crazyblu- simple question...... Have you ever tried it?

No I have not !

Originally Posted by JimShaw

Each player and receiver is different. I think it all depends on the units one has.

For me and my system I tested both the analog and the HDMI and with my ears I could tell the difference in sound between the two and for me the analog was far better.
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AS the last post from casualkiller I am not trying to open A can of worms here !
I understand different componants ~ & everyone hears in A different way can affect the outcome ! Maybe I should try multi channel analog to see if it makes A difference for me !!

[Arcam_or_bust]

Jason R- Gonna be adding some pics soon... just finished seting things up, trying to find a nice way to hide the speaker cables.

CrazyBLUE- I would suggest it, I couldn't believe the difference there was between them.

Casualkiller- You bet Hee Hee

[JasonR]

Originally Posted by Arcam_or_bust

Jason R- Gonna be adding some pics soon... just finished seting things up, trying to find a nice way to hide the speaker cables.

They are a great speaker and I am sure they sound great on the Arcam!

Shoot me a PM and I will add them to the OP whenever you are ready.

[JimShaw]

Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

No I have not !



AS the last post from casualkiller I am not trying to open A can of worms here !
I understand different componants ~ & everyone hears in A different way can affect the outcome ! Maybe I should try multi channel analog to see if it makes A difference for me !!

At lest test it. Then you will know which is best for you and your ears. Until then, you will never know and always wonder.



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[crazyBLUE]

Originally Posted by JimShaw

At lest test it. Then you will know which is best for you and your ears.
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OK so that would be from the player to the receiver & the receiver to the TV correct .

[Sciatti]

Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

OK so that would be from the player to the receiver & the receiver to the TV correct .

Crazy,
For analog sound it goes from player to receiver, then from receiver to amp(s). Use good quality RCA interconnects.

For the picture, just use your HDMI cable from your player straight to your tv.

Sciatti

[solarrdadd]

Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

OK so that would be from the player to the receiver & the receiver to the TV correct .

crazy, if your sammy has analog out then use them and they go into your receivers 5 or 7.1 (match the number the sammy has out) then set your receiver up to multichannel analog in for the hdmi input you have your sammy connected to. I just got that new oppo joint and was thinking about it but, more people and reviewers say the HDMI on that on is a little better. I'm still thinking about it. not so much for movies but for music SACD & DVD-A. although, i would lose my DSD if I go analog for my SACD but still, i'm thinking about it, just for options sake.

[JimShaw]

Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

OK so that would be from the player to the receiver & the receiver to the TV correct .

Once again it all depends on what you have. For me the player (which does all the decoding) is hooked to the receiver by way of cables. The sound runs directly from the player through the receiver which does not do any decoding, from the receiver to the speakers.

The player for video can either be hooked up through the receiver to the TV or go directly to the TV. Either option can use the HDMI cable.

[solarrdadd]

Originally Posted by Sciatti

Crazy,
For analog sound it goes from player to receiver, then from receiver to amp(s). Use good quality RCA interconnects.

For the picture, just use your HDMI cable from your player straight to your tv.

Sciatti

I suspect his HDMI goes into his receiver. he can keep it that way, connect the analog into the receiver then for audio on the port he has selected for video (HDMI) he can select multichannel analog for the audio and he's set!

most players give bass management and i recommend setting all speakers to large at the player and do your leveling at the receiver. this way you'll get the full level of sound out to the receiver and your receiver settings as they are will do the rest.

[crazyBLUE]

Originally Posted by Sciatti

Crazy,
For analog sound it goes from player to receiver, then from receiver to amp(s). Use good quality RCA interconnects.

For the picture, just use your HDMI cable from your player straight to your tv.

Sciatti

OK That Is simple enough!! THANKS .

[Sciatti]

Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

OK That Is simple enough!! THANKS .

Enjoy! Analog sounds amazing. I'll be able to test both when the UMC-1 is finally released.