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Post by doc1963 on Oct 30, 2010 8:05:00 GMT -5
Has anyone heard how the HT Bypass function will work in the XSP-1?
Specifically, does it have to be "on" to enable it (like the USP-1), or will it be enable by default when the power is off (as the Parasound 2100 and others)?
Honestly, that is the ONLY thing that I didn't like about my USP-1 and if they carry this over, I hope you can at least disable the front panel lights. ;D
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Post by stuofsci02 on Oct 30, 2010 8:39:49 GMT -5
I agree with you 100%..
Additionally HTbypass on the full range outputs is important.
I think Emo listened to peoples comments on the USP-1 and have integrated these suggestions into the XSP-1.
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Post by billmac on Oct 30, 2010 14:21:51 GMT -5
I agree with you 100%.. Additionally HTbypass on the full range outputs is important. I think Emo listened to peoples comments on the USP-1 and have integrated these suggestions into the XSP-1. I totally agree as both these items were my biggest issues with the USP-1 when I owned one. Hopefully Emotiva has changed both these items with the XSP-1  . Bill |
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Post by monkumonku on Oct 30, 2010 15:12:57 GMT -5
Yup, making those two changes would be a definite plus. Did they say how much the the XSP-1 is expected to cost?
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Post by doc1963 on Oct 30, 2010 16:34:25 GMT -5
Yup, making those two changes would be a definite plus. Did they say how much the the XSP-1 is expected to cost? Yep. According to the latest podcast, introductory pricing will be $799. |
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Post by roadrunner on Oct 30, 2010 16:39:41 GMT -5
The XSP-1 will be priced at $899, but will be available initially for $799. When Lonnie first announced the XSP-1 last year he said that the HT Bypass feature would work with full range speakers. At Emofest, I did not think to ask about the status of the Bypass function when powered off. Maybe one of the other Emofest attendees will chime in on this topic if they remembered to ask.
What I focused on while checking the XSP-1 was the fact it has the same dual output stage as the XDA-1. This will allow connecting the XDA-1 to the XSP-1 without concern over negatively impacting the sound quality. This will also allow adding a high quality bass management system to the output of the XDA-1.
Imagine combining the XDA-1, XSP-1, and the XMC-1. Does audio nirvana pop into anyone's mind? ;D Throw in the XPA-1 Power Amp and you will have a fully differential signal path from the source component to your speakers. Time to start drooling.
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Post by monkumonku on Oct 30, 2010 16:42:45 GMT -5
The XSP-1 will be priced at $899, but will be available initially for $799. When Lonnie first announced the XSP-1 last year he said that the HT Bypass feature would work with full range speakers. At Emofest, I did not think to ask about the status of the Bypass function when powered off. Maybe one of the other Emofest attendees will chime in on this topic if they remembered to ask. What I focused on while checking the XSP-1 was the fact it has the same dual output stage as the XDA-1. This will allow connecting the XDA-1 to the XSP-1 without concern over negatively impacting the sound quality. This will also allow adding a high quality bass management system to the output of the XDA-1. Imagine combining the XDA-1, XSP-1, and the XMC-1. Does audio nirvana pop into anyone's mind? ;D Throw in the XPA-1 Power Amp and you will have a fully differential signal path from the source component to your speakers. Time to start drooling. Please stop that, we are poor enough as it is. ;D |
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Post by doc1963 on Oct 30, 2010 16:45:24 GMT -5
I agree with you 100%.. Additionally HTbypass on the full range outputs is important. I think Emo listened to peoples comments on the USP-1 and have integrated these suggestions into the XSP-1. I totally agree as both these items were my biggest issues with the USP-1 when I owned one. Hopefully Emotiva has changed both these items with the XSP-1 . Bill Bill, I do believe that "full range" will be a selectable option for HT Bypass on the XSP. I'm just not sure about whether it's enabled in the power down state. God, I hope so. I'm hoping that maybe Lonnie may chime in on this. According to the podcast, they will have a page up on the XSP-1 within the next two weeks (and a pre-order list as well). I hope so, as I think I'm surely in on this one..... ;D |
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Post by Topend on Oct 30, 2010 17:19:14 GMT -5
The XSP-1 will be priced at $899, but will be available initially for $799. When Lonnie first announced the XSP-1 last year he said that the HT Bypass feature would work with full range speakers. At Emofest, I did not think to ask about the status of the Bypass function when powered off. Maybe one of the other Emofest attendees will chime in on this topic if they remembered to ask. What I focused on while checking the XSP-1 was the fact it has the same dual output stage as the XDA-1. This will allow connecting the XDA-1 to the XSP-1 without concern over negatively impacting the sound quality. This will also allow adding a high quality bass management system to the output of the XDA-1. Imagine combining the XDA-1, XSP-1, and the XMC-1. Does audio nirvana pop into anyone's mind? ;D Throw in the XPA-1 Power Amp and you will have a fully differential signal path from the source component to your speakers. Time to start drooling. Previous to reading this post I never considered the XSP-1. The XDA-1/XSP-1/XMC-1/XPA-1s combo does sound very appealing. I may just put my name on that pre-order list now. Dave. |
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Post by joelovescoffee on Oct 30, 2010 17:24:19 GMT -5
If my memory serves me...I believe at Emofest Lonnie told me the HT Bypass would be "fixed"...and referred to it in the conversation to the fact you would be able to utilize it with the unit in a stand-by state....
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Post by doc1963 on Oct 30, 2010 17:30:48 GMT -5
If my memory serves me...I believe at Emofest Lonnie told me the HT Bypass would be "fixed"...and referred to it in the conversation to the fact you would be able to utilize it with the unit in a stand-by state.... Now if that hold up..... BOING..... I'm in!!! ;D  ;D |
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Post by billmac on Oct 30, 2010 20:01:52 GMT -5
Bill, I do believe that "full range" will be a selectable option for HT Bypass on the XSP. I'm just not sure about whether it's enabled in the power down state. God, I hope so. I'm hoping that maybe Lonnie may chime in on this. According to the podcast, they will have a page up on the XSP-1 within the next two weeks (and a pre-order list as well). I hope so, as I think I'm surely in on this one..... ;D doc, That would be great if one can use the full range outputs when using the HT Bypass feature. Having the Parasound 2100 you can use the full range outputs with the HT Bypass and it does not need to be on for HT Bypass. So if the XSP-1 has both these features I will also sign up for the preorder . I was looking for the pictures from Emofest 2011 and I can not seem to find them here on the site. I was hoping to look at the pictures of the XSP-1 that were shown. Any idea where on the site I could find them? Edit: I found the pictures on the Emonatics site. emonatics.com/XSP-1.shtml#XSPreviewPicsBill |
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Post by hemster on Oct 30, 2010 22:33:45 GMT -5
Bill, you'd have to go back to the future for that! ;D
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Post by billmac on Oct 31, 2010 0:46:53 GMT -5
Bill, you'd have to go back to the future for that! ;D Wow talk about a blackout ! I missed a whole year and didn't even realize it ;D. But those are pictures from Emofest 2011 aren't they ;D? Bill |
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Post by doc1963 on Oct 31, 2010 7:39:12 GMT -5
Bill, you'd have to go back to the future for that! ;D Wow talk about a blackout ! I missed a whole year and didn't even realize it ;D. But those are pictures from Emofest 2011 aren't they ;D? Bill Yep. They sure are. There are others somewhere here on the forum, but probably buried at this point. |
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Post by ralfale on Nov 10, 2010 22:25:37 GMT -5
When you guys mention ht bypass on full range, do u refer to ability to play full range for 2 channel audio but auto switch to cross at 80hz for 5.1 movie?
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Post by doc1963 on Nov 11, 2010 6:21:57 GMT -5
When you guys mention ht bypass on full range, do u refer to ability to play full range for 2 channel audio but auto switch to cross at 80hz for 5.1 movie? When the USP-1 is in HT Bypass, all functions of the USP are bypass and the incoming signal from the HT source (let's say the UMC-1) is passed through "as is". Whatever crossover settings are applied at the source would apply. Hope this helps..... |
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Post by Guest on Nov 11, 2010 8:14:37 GMT -5
However from what I understand if u connect speaker via full range out I'm usp, you will not be able to use the sub for HT purpose for the 2 front speaker. Is that correct?
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Post by doc1963 on Nov 11, 2010 10:32:22 GMT -5
However from what I understand if u connect speaker via full range out I'm usp, you will not be able to use the sub for HT purpose for the 2 front speaker. Is that correct? HT Bypass is only available to the HP/LP outputs of the USP-1. Therefore, if you connect to the "Full Range" outputs of the USP-1, you will lose the front L/R, but the sub would still work. On the flip side, while using the USP-1 as a preamp (not in the HT Bypass mode), you would run full range to your mains, but WOULD lose the sub. Anyone using a USP-1 with the need to use HT Bypass or incorporate a sub (or both) must use the HP/LP outputs. Hope this helps..... |
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Post by ralfale on Nov 11, 2010 10:55:43 GMT -5
thanks for your confirmation. I guess the golden question is will xsp1 fix this 'feature'?
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