[mythtv-users] Powered 5.1 speakers or A/V Receiver?
Fredrik Hallgarde
mythtv at tedde.nu
Thu Mar 27 17:56:58 UTC 2008
Chris Weiland skrev:
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>
> On Thu, Mar 27, 2008 at 12:56 PM, mlists <mlists at dressler.ca
> <mailto:mlists at dressler.ca>> wrote:
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> > > There are lots of other benefits to having a receiver, like
> being able
> > > to hook up other stuff to it like video games. Also, I don't
> know if
> > > it's a consideration but remember you'd get a radio too.
> >
> >
> > The inside of a computer case is no place for an analog audio
> signal.
> > I noticed a huge improvement in sound quality when I switched to
> SPDIF
> > out to a receiver.
> >
> > Also, having a receiver gives you more flexibility.
>
> Thanks for the input -- I will need to do some more research.
>
> Norm
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> I'd say that getting a receiver is by far the best way to go. Not
> only do you get better amplification, but if you get the right
> receiver, it can handle all of your input switching (both audio and
> video). If you have anything else to hook up (game consoles, cameras,
> etc), having a receiver is incredibly convenient.
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Depending on budget and subjective requirements the logitech speakers
may be an appropriate option.
The Logitech Z-5500 has multiple inputs, including 2 (1 coax, 1 optical)
digital SPDIF and will decode 5.1 surround.
I am sure there are many speakers out there that beat the logitechs but
I have yet to find another option with comparable many inputs (I
currently use 4 out of the 5), good enough looking speakers and minimal
clutter (WAF is of utmost importance when picking speakers).
Radio was mentioned as a benefit of a receiver - Internet radio using
myth, fm-radio using myth ("hacks" exist) and fm-radio in a separate
mythcapable device such as the Nokia N800 are other ideas...
My 2c
Fredrik
ps. any suggestions on alternatives to the Z-5500 would be interesting
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