Topic: Dilema: Change Receiver or buy BD player with analog out

[james16]

Hi Guys,

Any suggestion in terms of replacing my receiver (hk230) since it does not have any hdmi or just buy a bd player with analog out. i have an existing ps3, but i also want to enjoy hearing truehd as well. one thing that is holding me is because of limited budget. i'm also thinking of a receiver that is good booth on audio and ht. with regards to bd player, most likely i'll get a panasonic.

what would you choose, given one choice then?

tia 

[dukesociety]

replace the receiver

[[r0n1n]]

upgrade na sa HK160 

[av_phile1]

I'd get a BD player with analog out.  They can decode your HD formats at a better value.  Those new receivers are now overpriced thanks to those high licensing cost they have to pay for HD Dolby and DTS, among others.  In addition, there are some features in the BD disc you won't get if the audio is sent in bit stream to an outboard decoder.

For video, connect your HDMI directly to your LCD or plasma TV.  Many monitors sport multiply HDMI inputs.  Receiver makers want you to upgrade.  Most of their features are totally unecessary for you to enjoy high definition.

[james16]

ok thanks for your inputs.