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Post by Dan Laufman on Apr 22, 2016 21:41:33 GMT -5
Hi all,
Well, what a week this has been!!
Last time we talked about the Atmos/DTS-X upgrade path for the XMC-1, it appeared to be limited to 5.2.2. But, Ray and Lonnie went back to the drawing board... and I have some great news!!
The boys have figured out a way to add 5.2.4 and/or 7.2.2 capability to the XMC-1. In order to do this, we would re-purpose the the mix-down outputs on the XMC-1 and make them the second pair of height/surround channels. Now, they would be not be balanced, but hey, something's got to give. All in all, I think it's a very nice idea!
I believe this is a great way to allow XMC-1 owners to get a really immersive 3D surround experience with no real downside. It is our belief that people rarely use the down-mix feature of the XMC-1. Agreed?
So, let me hear from you, please.
Does this change the equation for you??
Does this make it a more compelling add-on??
Are you happy??
Does this make you love us even more than before??
Thoughts??
Cheers,
Big Dan
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Post by novisnick on Apr 22, 2016 21:45:08 GMT -5
Thanks Dan,
Does the XMC-1 continue to also be a fully balanced two channel unit as well?
If so, y'all just hit it out of the park!
I await anxiously for a reply.
Nick
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Post by deewan on Apr 22, 2016 21:48:17 GMT -5
7.2.2 does make a difference for me. I would now strongly consider upgrading my XMC-1 for 3D sound. However, I would still be waiting for the next, top-tier processor to be my end all, be all processor. But 7.2.2 does make me happy. I would be willing to upgrade and pay for the upgrade. And would give me a good reason to try out the new line of amps Emotiva is offering.  |
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Post by sahmen on Apr 22, 2016 21:49:33 GMT -5
Well, the 5.1.2/5.2.2 was already great. This new development even makes me happier... I just hope the costs are not too prohibitive... I am really feeling great about the future of my XMC-1 now.
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Post by Dan Laufman on Apr 22, 2016 21:58:48 GMT -5
We're off to a good start!
There would be no additional cost change by adding these additional outputs. Also, all main outputs remained balanced as originally designed.
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Post by novisnick on Apr 22, 2016 22:02:40 GMT -5
We're off to a good start! There would be no additional cost change by adding these additional outputs. Also, all main outputs remained balanced as originally designed. Now ya got me!!, Just reel this fish in!! Im much too old to do backflips!!, so I wont try, but you get my point. Nick CEO SMS  |
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Post by novisnick on Apr 22, 2016 22:05:39 GMT -5
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Post by AudioHTIT on Apr 22, 2016 22:06:03 GMT -5
I was also ready to give 5.2.2 a try, but 7.2.2 is even better (won't have to parallel my sides & rears), certainly don't need a balanced connection for the .2. I have used the mix down, but am moving away from that configuration and wouldn't mind giving it up.
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Post by hemster on Apr 22, 2016 22:07:11 GMT -5
Wow, way to go Lonnie And Ray! Christmas came early this year. Thank you Santa Dan! No need for balanced for the .2 IMHO. |
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Post by maverick74656 on Apr 22, 2016 22:08:14 GMT -5
I can tell you right now I will be sending my XMC-1 back in for the upgrade. I'm pumped!! Let's do this...  |
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Post by novisnick on Apr 22, 2016 22:09:18 GMT -5
Wow, way to go Lonnie And Ray! Christmas came early this year. Thank you Santa Dan! No need for balanced for the .2 IMHO. 
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Post by novisnick on Apr 22, 2016 22:13:03 GMT -5
Heres whats under Dan & Lonnie's shirt,
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Post by maverick74656 on Apr 22, 2016 22:39:08 GMT -5
I'm in the last part of the design phase of my new house. I'm happy Tk add wiring for ATMOS. Great timing Emo Team!
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Post by Lsc on Apr 22, 2016 22:52:26 GMT -5
This is a new development..wow. I'm not worried about the balanced out for the height channels.
So is it user selectable to use both 5.2.4 and 7.2.2?
I wonder if those wizards can squeeze out 7.2.4 somehow...I think I would still take 5.2.4 - I think the height channels will make things much more immersive vs. having surround backs so it may be a win win for me personally.
I planned on buying 2 more Revels for surround backs but instead I can just get 4 ceiling speakers.
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Post by teaman on Apr 22, 2016 22:56:43 GMT -5
I don't own an XMC-1 but I think that is a great option for those that do. Great job!
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Post by djoel on Apr 22, 2016 23:06:36 GMT -5
I don't own an XMC-1 but I think that is a great option for those that do. Great job! Same as Tim this is amazing for all you XMC-1 owners,very happy to you guys... |
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Post by rbk123 on Apr 22, 2016 23:10:23 GMT -5
I have 7.1 now so would only go for it if it were 7.2.2. Not interested in 5.2.2 so this would catch me.
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Post by novisnick on Apr 22, 2016 23:30:46 GMT -5
5.2.4 and/or 7.2.2  |
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Post by rogersch on Apr 22, 2016 23:37:00 GMT -5
This is a new development..wow. I'm not worried about the balanced out for the height channels. So is it user selectable to use both 5.2.4 and 7.2.2? I wonder if those wizards can squeeze out 7.2.4 somehow... 7.2.4 is not possible on the current XMC-1 without replacing major hardware parts of the unit because two outputs are missing. I find it already a great trick that Ray and Lonnie are able to use the second zone output for height channels.  |
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Post by LuisV on Apr 22, 2016 23:47:40 GMT -5
We're off to a good start! There would be no additional cost change by adding these additional outputs. Also, all main outputs remained balanced as originally designed. I'm very intrigued... how would this upgrade work? |
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