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Re: New reference Dolby/DTS preamplifier

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In Reply to: Re: New reference Dolby/DTS preamplifier posted by bstan on December 05, 2001 at 09:49:09:

The device offers six stereo and an 8-channel analog input. It's a question of what you prefer: Masses of analog inputs (which most users don't need) or best possible sound and video quality.
An advanced bass manager along with other fine features will be available soon. The upgrade can be done at your local dealer or even by yourself. This manufacturer offers real product support with the possibility to always be up-to-date for small prices. I made this experience with the upgrade of their CD player from ART to ART V2: The price for the upgrade was exactly the price difference between ART and ART V2.
Best greetings
Tommy

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You misread the specs - bstan 11:32:17 12/06/01 (3)
All the analog inputs are put through an additonal A/D and D/A cycle which is not good.
bstan
- Re: You misread the specs - Tommy 03:05:09 12/07/01 (2)
  On the one hand, with respect, you are wrong regarding the stereo inputs, as Audionet uses the circuit board of their preamplifier PRE I G2 for the main channels.
  On the other hand you are right regarding the 8-channel analog inputs. These signals pass A/D-D/A converters. The sound quality depends on how good their converters are. If one believes in the test magazines, the converters must be excellent. I myself can agree.
  Greetings
  Tommy
  - Yes, I read too quickly - bstan 11:47:46 12/10/01 (1)
    Tommy,
    You are correct on the main channels, and I am wrong.
    Still if I was going to get this processor and use SACD or DVD-A, it would probably not work too well with the other analog inputs going through the A/D/A cycle.
    Are you currently using this processor? Do they expect to sell it in the US?
    bstan
    - Re: Yes, I read too quickly - Tommy 23:44:47 12/10/01 (0)
      Hello bstan,
      I'm not yet using the MAP. Though it costs less than half of the Theatre processor it is still a little bit too expensive for me :-)
      I have listened to the MAP and I am deeply impressed. I also like the plain design that hides the high functionality.
      Just like you, I wonder how it sounds using SACD or DVD-A. The A/D-D/A cycle could be a disadvantage. But with respect to their other devices I think that this cycle is very well constructed.
      I know that Audionet HAD a distributor in the US, but I don't know if they still HAVE. Try the website www.blinkhighend.com
      Greetings
      Tommy

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