Audio Only Blu-ray is HERE (almost)

[larryj763]

The thread about the new Panny 2.0 standalone drifted off and talked a bit about this subject, so I thought I'd post this tidbit I got via email from Markertek:

To celebrate their 20th anniversary, Norwegian orchestra, TrondheimSolistene has announced that its latest album DIVERTIMENTI will be released on Blu-ray disc. The album was produced by Lindberg Lyd and will be released by the Grammy-nominated record company 2L, which is known internationally for its audiophile quality releases. Recorded in the Selbu church in Norway, the HD recording features the following specifications:
2.0 LPCM 24Bit/192 kHz
5.1 LPCM 24Bit/192 kHz
5.1 DTS HD Master Audio 24 Bit/192 kHz
5.1 Dolby True HD 42 Bit/192 kHz
5.1 Dolby Digital 48kHz
The orchestra is also releasing a hybrid SACD packaged with the Blu-ray disc which features 5.1 Surround + Stereo produced in Digital eXtreme Definition. TrondheimSolistene's previous release MOZART, was declared a record to die for by Stereophile Magazine. The new album, the world's first audio-only Blu-ray disc is available now for pre-order from 2L.

[Blu-ray Fanatic]

Originally Posted by larryj763

The thread about the new Panny 2.0 standalone drifted off and talked a bit about this subject, so I thought I'd post this tidbit I got via email from Markertek:

To celebrate their 20th anniversary, Norwegian orchestra, TrondheimSolistene has announced that its latest album DIVERTIMENTI will be released on Blu-ray disc. The album was produced by Lindberg Lyd and will be released by the Grammy-nominated record company 2L, which is known internationally for its audiophile quality releases. Recorded in the Selbu church in Norway, the HD recording features the following specifications:
2.0 LPCM 24Bit/192 kHz
5.1 LPCM 24Bit/192 kHz
5.1 DTS HD Master Audio 24 Bit/192 kHz
5.1 Dolby True HD 42 Bit/192 kHz
5.1 Dolby Digital 48kHz
The orchestra is also releasing a hybrid SACD packaged with the Blu-ray disc which features 5.1 Surround + Stereo produced in Digital eXtreme Definition. TrondheimSolistene's previous release MOZART, was declared a record to die for by Stereophile Magazine. The new album, the world's first audio-only Blu-ray disc is available now for pre-order from 2L.

Thats very interesting! But, I wonder when there will be a car blu-ray/cd player so people can listen to blu-ray cds in their vehicle. Any rumors/news on this?

[JadedRaverLA]

Originally Posted by Blu-ray Fanatic

Thats very interesting! But, I wonder when there will be a car blu-ray/cd player so people can listen to blu-ray cds in their vehicle. Any rumors/news on this?

Panasonic showed off an in-dash Blu-ray player some time ago, but it was primarily designed to be used with in-vehicle LCD screens, and I haven't heard anything recently about a release date.

Given that this title is being packaged with an SACD, I would assume that the SACD would be a hybrid disc with a CD layer that could playback in automobiles. Honestly, the freeway at 80mph is not the ideal audiophile setup anyway.

[OokieSpookie]

Nine Inch Nails already did it

[larryj763]

Originally Posted by JadedRaverLA

Honestly, the freeway at 80mph is not the ideal audiophile setup anyway.

True, but for the format to really sell as a music format, it would probably have to have at least this. I myself have a very good sounding 5.1 system (in my opinion) in the car.

I swear that a few months ago, I saw a survey which claimed that given a choice, people would preferred the experience of watching a movie with excellent sound with a so so picture over an excellent picture with so so sound. Sound is clearly very important to the Blu experience, but when it comes to music only, I believe the facts show people's clear choice is portability.

[ryoohki]

Originally Posted by OokieSpookie

Nine Inch Nails already did it

Yeah.. but it's Stereo.... but yeah they were the first when they released Ghost..

[bluflu]

Anyone able to find this at a B&M in the States? Really hate importing. Will keep an eye on Ebay otherwise.

[Clark Kent]

I'm sure some of the higher end online music retailers like Acoustic Sounds or Elusive Disc will carry this title.

[Blu-ray Fanatic]

Haven't heard or seen anything yet. When it does come out, you better have $$$$

[Deciazulado]

The review of Divertimenti is up.

There a a few other Blu-ray Audio only discs in our database from Surround Records, and probably the Neil Young Archives..

[SkillzthatKillz]

Originally Posted by JadedRaverLA

Panasonic showed off an in-dash Blu-ray player some time ago, but it was primarily designed to be used with in-vehicle LCD screens, and I haven't heard anything recently about a release date.

Given that this title is being packaged with an SACD, I would assume that the SACD would be a hybrid disc with a CD layer that could playback in automobiles. Honestly, the freeway at 80mph is not the ideal audiophile setup anyway.

i wouldnt mind having a high quality audio source available on the go, considering my cars sound system could keep up with most surround sound systems

[Big Daddy]

For additional information, reviews, and where to buy, go to post #102 in A Guide to SACD