Anyone using the analog inputs from the processor?

Why would you do this? It encumbers redundant A/D/A conversions.

Kal

"It encumbers redundant A/D/A conversions"

...what does that mean in laymans terms....please translate.

Why would makers of Blu Ray players offer the choice of analog and HDMI outs?

Yes I prefer analog outs from the dvd player to an analog multi-channel preamp, then to a multi channel amp, instead of a avr processor/amp.
Think the idea is if you have a good dvd player you can use it's dac processor straight to a dedicated amp or amps.

Don't forget that SACd would be analog connections. I also have a Panny Blu Ray that I could use the internal processors and analog out's for some enhanced HD audio.

The anolog inputs may or may not use an extra a/d to d/a conversion depending on how it can be set up. My HK avr 7200 can be used either way with 8 channel straight anolog or 8 channel a/d to d/a. Straight anolog does not utilize digital bass management wich may improve some speaker/sub crossover arrangements.

As for DD proccessing, I prefer the HK over my Marantz DV8400. It is more agressive and a bit quicker which I find apealling for movies. With music I prefer straight anolog without any a/d to d/a conversions for both stereo and multichannel.