7.1 audio in 5.1 setup? - Blu-ray Forum

Johnny Vinyl · 06-25-2009, 10:59 AM

Welcome reyz!

Simulating a 7.1 experience from a 5.1 setup is hogwash in my opinion, but then I'm not a HT expert.

You could bi-amp your fronts (using the rear-surrounds on your receiver), but I think it's a waste of time, effort and money. Even in mid-fi to high-fi systems, bi-amping isn't always going to provide you with enough of an aural difference to make it all worth it.

John

crazyBLUE · 06-25-2009, 11:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John72953

Welcome reyz!

Simulating a 7.1 experience from a 5.1 setup is hogwash in my opinion, but then I'm not a HT expert.

You could bi-amp your fronts (using the rear-surrounds on your receiver), but I think it's a waste of time, effort and money. Even in mid-fi to high-fi systems, bi-amping isn't always going to provide you with enough of an aural difference to make it all worth it.

John

+ 1 I agree with John on both points !!

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Johnny Vinyl Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:At the crossroad of Analogue Dr & 2CH Ave Home Theater Gallery:19 Blu-ray collection:205 DVD collection:7 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:8	Welcome reyz! Simulating a 7.1 experience from a 5.1 setup is hogwash in my opinion, but then I'm not a HT expert. You could bi-amp your fronts (using the rear-surrounds on your receiver), but I think it's a waste of time, effort and money. Even in mid-fi to high-fi systems, bi-amping isn't always going to provide you with enough of an aural difference to make it all worth it. John

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