As I recall, SACD was analog outputs only initially. I never considered it after that. Maybe I should consider it now, although I need something to connect the HDMI from (like an Oppo) and to (like a 997).

SACD and DVD-Audio both started out analog only, but there were several digital options that eventually were added to both specs. There was IEEE-1394 (FireWire / iLink), which supported DVD-A first and SACD later, but hardly any hardware ever supported it. There were some proprietary solutions like DenonLink, which again supported DVD-A first and SACD later. HDMI v1.1 worked with DVD-A directly, and eventually some players (the OPPO 970HD was one of the first) would convert SACD from DSD to PCM and use v1.1 to carry it. HDMI v1.2 added support for DSD bitstreams.

I thought when you mentioned analog, you were talking about the storage, which is digital. The player outputs of course were analog.

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I thought this thread was titled "Topic: Question about Trinnov EQ." ?

Some people live such a structured life..

I understand the Audyssey samples several listening locations, but near as I can tell from the info on the Trinnov page it only samples from one (but with a fancy mic that analyzes a "3D" image). I guess my question is - will the Trinnov improve the sound thoughout the room or only at the sweet spot where the mic is placed?

I was just reading up on Trinnov's web site. Appears they will be showcasing their Optimizer 2 tomorrow at the AES Convention (Oct 2-5). Will have to watch to see if they have any more info regarding the 997....

if i'm running a Rane THX44 HT equalizer now, would i not possibly not use it with the Trinnov Optimizer on the 997? running with a 990/7125 with 2outlaw 200w mono-blocks on the {r/l}front woofers