Surround processing in music is not random division of sound, it keep the natural front imaging but extracts from the general noise certain aspects. A drum beat may be set at the right of me, and maybe a trumpet at my left ear. What this does, apart from allowing the individual sounds to be heard that are usually "lost", is have less mash of sound coming from two speakers if in stereo - and, in stereo, if you have a lot going on at any time it can confuse the speaker. I listen to my vinyl too in surround sound and love the ability to hear lots of "stuff" that is submerged in stereo.
My second system is of less quality but seems to have more "old fashioned atmosphere" - so it is a question of satisfying itches at any time.
I hope some of the recommendations placed on this thread will help me find quality recordings that will present the actual music better than usual, and revitalise my interest in classical music.
My second system is of less quality but seems to have more "old fashioned atmosphere" - so it is a question of satisfying itches at any time.
I hope some of the recommendations placed on this thread will help me find quality recordings that will present the actual music better than usual, and revitalise my interest in classical music.

