This makes it one of the least expensive 11.2 (or 5.4.2) processors out there with pre-outs. I've been thinking of making the move to 5.4.2 or 7.4.2 (current Onk is 9.2 or 5.2.2) to expand my ATMOS experience. This is indeed tempting.
However, I have a very minor beef with Onkyo... there is no easy way to determine what codec is actually playing. CBL/SAT or BD/DVD on the display irritates me. I want to know if it really is playing ATMOS or Dolby True HD, etc... if only for peace of mind. Yamaha does this and so does Marantz. I know the Onkyo is playing the right codec but I just wish I had reassurance. My wife, on the other hand, could care less and it is more important to her to know she is on the right source setting *ack*
