tbg-- Your assumption that those who enjoy multichannel over 2 ch because their systems are low resolving with poor speakers is way off base. I for one have a pretty decent system (full range Apogee speakers all around driven by quality electronics, so resolution is not an issue. I think those who prefer well presented surround like the concert hall ambiance that quite frankly is somewhat lacking in 2 ch not matter how good the system. My Diva's present an incredible soundstage in 2 ch, but when I enhance it with surround it becomes even more incredible. Some love 2ch because they think it's the most natural way to listen. To appreciate the effects of good surround music takes a desire to train one's listening habits in that direction. It may not be for all and that's fine, but it shouldn't be "bashed" until it is heard properly heard. Everyone who has heard my system (including some musicians) have been extremely impressed.
MultiChannel too complicated for most...
I've been on the gon for a little while now, posting and enjoying all the spectacular virtual systems. There is one thing I've noticed though. It's that many seem to associate the terms 2 channel and simple, especially when heading and detailing their virtual systems. I don't see it too often in threads, but every now and again it'll show up their as well.
Me being the multichannel guy I am, this small and most times overlooked detail seemed to jump out at me. Its been a passing thought for a while, but seems to be a somewhat valid question.
Now...before I go any further, this is not in insight a riot and bombard the moderators with request to have this thread pulled because it "potentially offends" 2 channel lovers. This is not that kind of posting, but just posing a question that has crossed my mind more times that one.
Do 2channel only audiophiles shun multichannel (discrete or DSP based) because they find it too complicated?
If the concept of thinking in 360 degrees (Multichannel) were simplified, for a lack of better terms, would multichannel be more accepted?
Me being the multichannel guy I am, this small and most times overlooked detail seemed to jump out at me. Its been a passing thought for a while, but seems to be a somewhat valid question.
Now...before I go any further, this is not in insight a riot and bombard the moderators with request to have this thread pulled because it "potentially offends" 2 channel lovers. This is not that kind of posting, but just posing a question that has crossed my mind more times that one.
Do 2channel only audiophiles shun multichannel (discrete or DSP based) because they find it too complicated?
If the concept of thinking in 360 degrees (Multichannel) were simplified, for a lack of better terms, would multichannel be more accepted?
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