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  David Elias
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So just how does one extract DSD from a disc and play it back via a PS3
December 2, 2009
One important thing to know is that you can play the DSD as raw DSD (DSF files) only through the analog outputs on the PS3 (AV MULTI stereo cable). The HDMI and Toslink audio output choices on the PS3 first convert DSD to various different LPCM formats as the page referenced at PS3SACD.com talks about. You cannot get these files directly off any ... more
Anyone recommend an inexpensive preamplifier that can handle 5.1 for SACD ?
September 16, 2004
Hi Karl - you have a good point on the bass management. If, in the "off" mode, they still sum everything below 80Hz and send it to the subwoofer in ADDITION to anything mixed to the LFE channel on a surround SACD disc, it would seem you might get those frequencies twice through the sub, and then even a 3rd time through the 5 other speakers. Perhaps ... more
Anyone recommend an inexpensive preamplifier that can handle 5.1 for SACD ?
September 16, 2004
to try to answer your last post questions and comments... - the direct bypass mode supported individual trim controls on all channels -15db to +10 - the LFE .1 output can be bypassed with a toggle switch on the back. i am using this setting. i believe there are 3 optional cutoff crossover frequencies to choose if you want to use a subwoofer ... more
Anyone recommend an inexpensive preamplifier that can handle 5.1 for SACD ?
September 16, 2004
I checked the trim controls on my 950 unit in bypass mode and verified that they work on all 3 configurations when playing a hybrid mch sacd (mine!)...I had trim control on all 5 channels from -15db to +10db. Other channels not available in my configuration but under the same control were sub-woofer, right back and left back. Perhaps this is a ... more
Anyone recommend an inexpensive preamplifier that can handle 5.1 for SACD ?
September 15, 2004
I can definitely recommend the Outlaw 950 preamp (latest B-stock model) hooked up to their 5-channel 755 amp using the "Direct Bypass". A very very nice combination I've been listening to for just a couple of months at this point. No complaints and no regrets...I was looking for a good 5-way SACD amplification that didn't break my negative budget ... more