Jason J wrote:

My only issue with SACD is that not every release is given the same treatment. It's a format that truly depends on what recording you're listening to.

...and Jason made a good point. I'll definitely not be in a hurry seeking SACD or even DVD-A. I had not thought about the derivation mentioned. A true mix would indeed be better. My only SACD thus far is Arthur Rubinstein playing Chopin from the RCA living stereo recordings of yesteryear. My understanding (and anyone please correct me if wrong) is that RCA recorded this LIVING STEREO in 3 channels and that this is a 3 channel SACD. That said it is true to form.

Thing is that this outlaw eqpt is so clean that stereo 2 ch shines. smile
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5.1 Surround and 4channel inline room
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Millenium dts decoder;Digital Director
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