when you let it run, my lousy digicam unable to take a clear picture. You will see movements.

Jason, tks a lot for the advice.Will try again when I am free

Next time, better take video

Taikor rx, back to our normal avenue lah.

Btw, the 3 BDs still in 'virgin' condition. Hope can 'open' and test tonight

LOL..... I am old. If 2v, also near to death. Luckily, it is BD

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Added on July 20, 2008, 9:31 amAfter much thinking and consideration, I took the plunge and bought the RX-V1800 yesterday from A&L.

I must admit that while I was looking for an AVR that could do independent crossover for each channels (which 1800 cant), there isn't any other viable option now. Moreover, my reliable source told me that the new batch of AVR (in Sept) will be more pricey .

(sourgrape a bit)... While independent crossover is good, it has also one disadvantage. If some channels are being set at low crossover, the amp might have to work harder to drive these since it did not channel out all low freq to sub.

Just finished setting up the unit but yet to test as I am not feeling well for the past few days Maybe will do calibration later.

Here are some shots taken :


Box







RX-V1800 Vs AVR-2802






HDMI cables




Connection :



This post has been edited by htkaki: Jul 20 2008, 09:31 AM

Tks, bro.

Yes, it is QED Qunex Silver Reference connected to my Pioneer DV400S.

Now, going to do the initial calibration first. As I havent got my surr rear spkrs, just simply use YPAO. When I got my spkrs for 7.1 setup, then I will also use SPL meter to do a proper one.

I am going to sell off the AVR2802 for the funding of my surr speakers. I am thinking of buying KEF / Klipsch. Rick pushing me to buy psb Alpha B1

Mine is old gen sub with no LFE input. So, it is better that you give a try (no harm).

Thought of not wasting this expensive cable . Tried just now. The coaxial carries better weight and details than HDMI. Strange I thought it is suppose to be digital signal (101010).

All of my current speakers can go 45Hz and below. So, I will be getting similiar speakers. Then, I will calibrate it all over again using SPL meter.

How about B&W DM600 S3 as surr. It comes with bracket for wall mount. PSB Alpha B1 doesnt comes with a bracket for wall mount. Else, it could fit the bill. Other option is MS bipolar spkr but I am not so impressed with its build and SQ though. Anyway, what's your budget? I will be in KLIAV to check out surr speakers too.



Tks, bro.

Tested it briefly just now.

I must say that it is very impressive even in DTS / DD as compared to my AVR2802.

While it is unfair to do a comparison in this way, Yammy's bass is solid but not too hard hitting (that's even before running in). It sheer power (130W compared to 90W in 2802) is able to push my Klipsch to 'wake up'. I set the LFE to 'BOTH'. Now, I can feel more grunt out of it.

When it comes to PCM, I must say that there are noticable improvements in SQ. I am hearing more details and the bass is like on steriod (megatron007 was right abt it).

Tested Black Hawk Down, Die Hard 4.0, and Fifth Element BD. Now, I knew what am I missing There bags of details in this lossless codecs. Oh yes, now I clearly understand why megatron007 told me that his speakers couldnt take it. I crank it up to 32dB on the dial, the Klipsch is churning out great low bass with sheer power. Luckily, it aint hard .

Will calibrate the center spkr to work at its best since this is the most important unit of all.

Then, I tested Shakira BD. Mamamia..... the SQ is fantastic! The beat of the drum is energetic and the overwhelming sounds of the environment is breathtaking. The vocal is so

On another footnote, this amp along with lossless codecs, at best have to be partnered with 'capable' speakers (no pun intended and not trying to praise or LCLY abt my setup) to appreciate its 'beauty'. Else, the speakers will run 'coarse' or losing its control. Hence, noise being created.

The YPAO is easy to use. Set it up on my tripod and placed it on my sofa. Press a few buttons and after a few minutes and test tones, it is done.

Yeah... now I am broke. No more 5 meals a day. Changed to 3 meals a day. Have to eat bread days and nights.

Now, it is BD time. But, will only buy worthwhile movies. Now, need to think whether to go for 7.2 setup since the LFE is overwhelming now. A bit worried it would be an 'overkill' to have a 7.2 setup in my 'small' room.

actually, it was yesterday. Took it home but only set it up today.

I watched Die Hard 4.0 in DTS HD MA. Crank up to 30dB. It is really loud at this point. I didnt find it 'harsh'. Oh yes, I read the review that if this 1800 will sound 'strained' under explosive scores. But, I didnt notice it. Maybe they are testing it at reference level. I wonder how it will sound at 20dB

Never before, I felt the power of all my speakers. The KEF surr spkrs are working beautifully with full of energy. The center is 'emphasising' dialogue in a more pronounced way. As for the front, The dual 10" woofers in each cabinets are restless, pumping out bass with ease. I suspect it is due to its 130W per channel rating.

When I have the time and after I got my rear surr spkrs, I shall fine tune it again as there are rooms for improvement.

For CDP, i will analogue anytime. Let's the CDP DAC do the job.

Just tested 300. The 5.1 uncompressed is louder than Dolby True HD with more details. Abt the low end grunt, I feel both are on par. However, not all BDs are encoded in 5.1 uncompressed. Then again, I suspect it could be due to studio recording of the format itself (lower vol of Dolby True HD)

I tried cranking it up to 24dB, which is 2dB less than my usual vol when I was using 2802. Fuyoo, too b**dy loud! The bass is taut and punchy. The sound is just too 'overwhelming'. Quickly, turn the vol down to 32dB.

Itchy hands now. Looking for rear surr spkrs to complete my 7.1 setup. HT hobby damn wallet busting That's why I decied to rename my topic to 'not So Budget HT room setup'.I did a rough calculation for the money that I'd spent on this. At least RM21K liao for my 17 yrs of this hobby. Lately, spent too much. Have to get some 'soft' loan from rx330 or Taukeh BD

This post has been edited by htkaki: Jul 22 2008, 11:34 PM

If I add in my previous display panels (reads: tv), passed RM30K mark.

I feel you, taukeh

My previous Denon AVR is serously lacking power (90W), which I only realised upon getting my new toys. Now, running 6.1. When I cranked my 1800 to 24dB, my wife made noise downstair as she was watching Astro. Did I mentioned that my surr speakers really come alive?

Taukeh, buy lah.

p.s: for the record, I aint ELITE as being claimed by some parties




Fuyoo, Full HD pj in da house

Tarak i-phone or i-dock. Not a tech-savvy ah pek.

Yesterday, watched 30 days of nights. Fuyoo, 1800 really performs well in surround effects. Til now, no regret.

Tks a lot, aiman for your poisoning

No need to hide as your siggy showed everything

rx330, not show off lah. Mine aint hi-end setup nia.

I am going to check around for the surr speakers during KLIAV. Then, decide which to go for. Not buying there as I overspent this month.

Still aiming KEF / Klipsch. If B&W is 'cheap', will consider also.

Yes, what can I do for you? Buying B&W 600 series speakers ah? PM me.

It's ok, there will always be a chance to meet up.

we are a bunch of TKK only.

btw, jwjy also using RX-V1800. Same kaki. LOL.

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rx330,

Here's the photos that you've been waiting :

The Sammy BDP-1400




RX-V1800 display panel

PCM



Dolby TrueHD



And DTS-HD MSTR





Then, some shots of Shakira 'Oral Fixation Tour' BD :





Sorry again. My cam and my skill aren't good enough to tk good photos

No pop pop sound but Die Hard 4.0 got some issue on first trial. The 1800 suddenly went into 'search' mode for codecs. Is it this bug? Maybe aiman can share.

My uncle came just now to audition the Sammy BDP1400, PS3 and 1800. This time DH 4.0 ok. My uncle is impressed with the 'muscular' sound of lossless codecs.

I guess the pop pop sound that you mentioned is something to do with the earlier BD recording. If not mistaken, the issue has been resolved. Correct me if I am wrong.




Mostly in latin songs. Only a few English songs. But, the vocal is excellent (not to mention those b**bs and booty shaking routine). Tomorrow, going to watch Celine Dion BD