Geno
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I purchased the Midiland ADS 4000 last week and finally got time to play around with it over the weekend. For reference, I have a jvc dvd player and a b&k video 5 [5x105]
My speakers are no bigger than bookshelves so I cant really get too trechnical.
Although I believe this was designed for a pc/gaming application, it works with my HT. I purchased this unit because 1) I am trying to stay within budget, 2)I wanted a remote control. I previously used the dvd player's decoder and used a DIY passive preamp [no remote] 3)I wanted DPL for cable tv.
This little bugger has DD, DTS, DPL, 3speaker, stadium, theater, and music settings. Bass management, delay settings, volume settings. DD and DTS are auto-detected.
First off, here are the only problems I have encountered so far. When I turn on my TV, there is a gap in sound for a second. If I isolate my tv from the Midiland, outlet wise, this shouldnt happen. Also, when I am changing volume, I hear a click or something at multiples of 10. Lowest volume is -74 db and highest is 0. I listen from -40 to -15 depending on time of day/what I am listening to.
Besides those things, I am happy with my purchase. It did sound a bit bright to me, but as I said, my speakers are far from perfect and I cannot make many assumtions. This unit is great for those just getting into seperates or for those looking for a receiver just for the pre-outs. It does not include a tuner. Also, it does not deal with any video signals at all, which might make things a bit confusing when switching inputs.
All in all I give it a 8/10
It could probably use better circutry inside and I wish it was THX capable.
For more info, go to www.midiland.com
Model # ADS 4000
Price: $129.99
go to http://www.midiland.com/manuals.asp
for detailed info.
I will try to answer any questions you might have
geno
My speakers are no bigger than bookshelves so I cant really get too trechnical.
Although I believe this was designed for a pc/gaming application, it works with my HT. I purchased this unit because 1) I am trying to stay within budget, 2)I wanted a remote control. I previously used the dvd player's decoder and used a DIY passive preamp [no remote] 3)I wanted DPL for cable tv.
This little bugger has DD, DTS, DPL, 3speaker, stadium, theater, and music settings. Bass management, delay settings, volume settings. DD and DTS are auto-detected.
First off, here are the only problems I have encountered so far. When I turn on my TV, there is a gap in sound for a second. If I isolate my tv from the Midiland, outlet wise, this shouldnt happen. Also, when I am changing volume, I hear a click or something at multiples of 10. Lowest volume is -74 db and highest is 0. I listen from -40 to -15 depending on time of day/what I am listening to.
Besides those things, I am happy with my purchase. It did sound a bit bright to me, but as I said, my speakers are far from perfect and I cannot make many assumtions. This unit is great for those just getting into seperates or for those looking for a receiver just for the pre-outs. It does not include a tuner. Also, it does not deal with any video signals at all, which might make things a bit confusing when switching inputs.
All in all I give it a 8/10
It could probably use better circutry inside and I wish it was THX capable.
For more info, go to www.midiland.com
Model # ADS 4000
Price: $129.99
go to http://www.midiland.com/manuals.asp
for detailed info.
I will try to answer any questions you might have
geno