Audio and the PS3

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Originally Posted by TOP_GUN

i was thinking about getting the ps3 since it can now decode dts ma. i have a marantz 7001 avr it is 1.2 hdmi if i get the ps3 do i need a new avr

ps which ps3 should i get the 40 gb or the 60 gb

You should be fine with 1.2. 1.3 is needed for bitstreaming which the PS3 cannot do because of hardware. As far as I've been able to tell, HDMI 1.1 or above will transmit PCM in up to 8 (7.1) channels.

If you have PS2 games and can find a 60gig or 80 gig, get one. If not, the 40 should be fine. The 40 does not have memory card slots (with a hard drive though, does that matter), only has 2 usb ports (vs 4 for 60G and 80G), and does not support SACD or PS2 game support. The 40 runs "quieter" and produces less heat due to a smaller chipset (my 60 isn't all that loud so YMMV).

If you want an 80G, check online or some of the stores that usually have high pricing on CD's or movies (Blockbuster, FYE to name 2). They will generally have stock sitting around longer than the big guys.