What is the best amp to support the advanced audio features of the Blu-ray disc like DTS HD?

Question

Please give make and model number if available.

Answer 1

In order to take advantage to DTS-HD, you'd need a processor or receiver that can decode DTS-HD. If its a receiver, then the amps are already built-in (however, you can always upgrade the amps). If its a stand-alone processor, then any amp will do.....all it depends on is your budget and taste.

Answer 2

Blue Ray or not , the sound (when decoded properly) is going to be limited in bandwidth to what was RECORDED. If you are intending to buy a Component Quality Sound system, the real issue is going to be matching up the elements of the system properly to each other and to the environment you play them in- just like with any audio system. Heres a tip, the limits of human hearing are normally considered to be 20 hz to 20,000 hz and thats on a good day. Very few speakers on the market under say, $1400. 00 each are linear +/- 3 decibels at even 25hz ( low end )and almost everybodys stuff runs up to atleast 18,000 hz ( high end). You know who hears 22,000 hz sounds? Your dog. Dogs can actually hear ultrasonic noises. You on the other hand, cant. So dont get to carried away by specs. Most decent amps pushing at least 100 watts RMS per channel do so at 20 to 20,000 hz, since that is what RMS is generally rated at. Try to look for amps with really low noise thresholds, (Shouldnt hear any hum or hiss from the thing if there isnt a source playing even with the gain cranked up) and a good dose of spare power over what your speakers are rated at, since any digital recordings are likely to have really whopping differences between the loudest and softest sounds youll hear in a piece. Power helps this come off well when working speakers, which are electric motors, really. Look really close at your players outputs and make real sure you know what the output is- digital? decoded?Not Decoded? How can anyone say what brand and model amp you are going to need to attach to a pig in a poke? Its not the disks - its the player your going to be matching up with the amps.

Answer 3

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You'll want to get an amp that offers a flat and extended frequency response (i.e. 10Hz - 50,000Hz or beyond), or if you are considering a surround sound receiver, one that offers HDMI switching or at least with an input.

A good choice for an amplifier that I can think of off the top of my head would be Outlaw Audio. They specialize in the lastest home theater gear, and offer excellent value in high-end home theater.

Brands such as Pioneer Elite, Sony ES, and Yamaha (just to name a few), are some good choices in receivers that offer these features.

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