JCoster Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Hi. I have just ordered a new computer with 7.1 surround sound... What are the benefits of this? I had the choice between 5.1 and 7.1 and 7.1 is a higher number so I just said, 'what the hell.' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomLyall Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 5.1 and 7.1 refer to the number of speakers in the configuration, or more correctly in this case, the number of outputs from the soundcard. "When you encounter 7.1-channel output, bear in mind that this isn't a true surround sound format. Rather it refers to home theatre equipment manufacturers' proprietary implementation of two back-surround channels using the same back-surround audio signal." In 5.1, you have: LeftCentreRightLeft-SurroundRight-SurroundSubwoofer (low frequency channel) (This is what the '.1' refers to, however, if it is '.2' this simply means you have two subwoofers) In 7.1, you have: LeftCentreRightLeft-SuroundRight-SurroundLeft-RearRight-Rear It's all explained fairly well, here: http://www.homecinemachoice.com/articles/w...00106_sound.php you're right in thinking 7.1 would be better, but at the end of the day, its more important how well positioned the speakers are, and how good the source material and amplifaction are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCoster Posted February 27, 2005 Author Share Posted February 27, 2005 Ahhh... Ok, so what are the input/output options? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lxkev Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 Dont 4get that most music/video has not been encoded for a 7.1 mix....Why wont people just ambersonics!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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