Who actually uses digital speakers?
Of course, @atmasphere is about to jump in and say "no such thing as... " so before he jumps into the fray, what I mean is, who uses active speakers with digital inputs?
The biggest brand I know of who invested in this in a big way was Meridian which I believe had not just S/PDIF but a custom digital interface as well. With the advent of plate amps with S/PDIF inputs standard I'm wondering how many audiophiles have made the jump to active speakers using the digital inputs?
What are you using and what is your experience like?
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Well, I'm all sorts of different types of audiophile when it comes to active vs. passive. I like my passive speakers exactly because I can pick my amp. If I make an active speaker I pretty much have to give up my analog soul to a lot of choices made for me by the plate amp maker. An A/D converter, the DSP engine and the amplifier. I also really really want to make an active speaker... so I think I'll get my build on with a center channel. |
Not me. At least at this time in technology development it does not seem like a compelling configuration. Yes, Meridian was at the forefront of developing and selling this… but they have been slowly disappearing from main stream. I still have a High end Meridian surround processor and HDMI processor… but my discussions with my dealer is they are just fading away.
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Don’t forget that all active systems that use DSP are not the same or equal. Our Apollo system can be configured several way and the owner can use any amps or front end they want. Our customers use low power SET amps to mid power SS and anything in between. Some use digital front ends and others analog front ends. Tube preamp or SS preamp or no preamp, it’s your choice. Many people tell me that they are happy we are developing systems like ours and that this IS the future. Mike
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@ghdprentice Yeah, I expect the same for Theta Digital honestly. I don't know all the details, but it feels as if the HDMI licensing issues combined with the R&D needed to keep up with the latest standards and enhanced features made the switch far too difficult. |
