In Reply to: DVD Player Is Easy Connection To Most Any TV posted by Robertc88 on June 28, 2007 at 11:14:44:
The sound argument, usually given by BD fanboys, doesn't wash. Most people that jump into HD will do so for the picture. Sound will be secondary. If they already have 5.1 then they already know how to hook things up. If they have stereo, then they'll do that. If they have nothing, then they won't bother, HDMI carries picture and sound to the TV. Contrary to popular beleif, they will not be intimidated by the options, they will just opt not to use them. HDTVs do come with speakers.
On the flip side, sales clucks will be pushing new receivers that take HDMI input. Also this fall, look for Onkyo to bundle its new HD DVD player with their new HT receivers.
Just some random thoughts...
Jack
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Follow Ups
- It can be just as easy... - Jack G 11:50:41 06/28/07 (4)
- The Migration Will Be Slow Because Of The Display - Robertc88 09:05:32 06/29/07 (3)
- True-that's why I've always said they would be niche products. (nt) - Jack G 09:11:30 06/29/07 (2)
- I Don't Feel The Intent Is To Be Just A Niche - Robertc88 04:39:17 06/30/07 (1)
- Nither do I, but we'll see what happens. (nt) - Jack G 06:39:35 06/30/07 (0)