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Re: THX is..........................
#63618 10/07/04 04:44 AM
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Nope.

Another thing that gets me is the people who defend THX. How can you defend the same people who also certify audio cables? What exactly does the cable have to do in order to be certified? lol

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#63619 10/07/04 05:06 AM
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.....................got it. They need to pay to play...............for a better understanding think MONSTER.

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#63620 10/07/04 05:12 AM
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What exactly does the cable have to do in order to be certified?



The same thing a Burr Brown DAC has to do to become a desirable name brand piece of equipment.

Double-edged sword, that believing in some "audio faith" and not others.

Like the Simpsons where Lisa meets the cute tree-hugger boy, who she tries to impress by mentioning she's a vegan, to which he responds "I'm a level 5 vegan, I don't eat anything that casts a shadow."

Bren R.

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#63621 10/07/04 05:13 AM
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From THX:

THX developed cable specifications for accurate system connections because cabling is an important element in the signal path of home entertainment systems. Home theater systems, with their many additional channels and components, represent a unique challenge in maintaining the integrity of the audio signal. A complete system typically includes source equipment, a surround controller, room equalization, multi-channel amplification, and at least six loudspeakers. The cumulative effects of frequency response errors, hum, and other distortions become very audible in such complex, multi- channel home theater systems. THX Certified interconnects are built include a series of electrical, physical and ergonomic specifications that guarantee top-notch sound reproduction and premium-grade construction
The criteria by which THX certifies cables include:

Audio cable electrical specifications for insertion loss and bandwidth to minimize frequency response deviations and signal losses, given a usage length.


A widely recognized color coding standard for easy channel recognition and simplified polarization.


Jacket printing of vital information to indicate polarity, grounding location and usage length limits.


Mechanical specifications for connection integrity insuring cabling’s longevity and reliability.


Video cable electrical specifications for insertion loss and bandwidth to preserve color purity and picture detail and stability.

Jeeeeeeeeeez, give me a &*%@*!^ break!



Re: THX is..........................
#63622 10/07/04 05:16 AM
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The same thing a Burr Brown DAC has to do to become a desirable name brand piece of equipment.




According to THX, the cable doesn't even have to do that. It actually has to do very little to get branded. Pay, we give you stamp. You sell more then you can buy name rights to football park in San Fran and name it something stupid!

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#63623 10/07/04 05:23 AM
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Actually, I'm surprised the THX standard isn't goofier... it pretty much says "must offer less electrical resistance than a piece of wet string, must be colour coded, must be printed with polarity - good idea, must indicate grounding location (Planet Earth?!!?), and usage length limits (no 8 mile runs, dude!), must have good strain relief, and for the video cables - enough bandwidth to carry a full signal"

At least there's no silliness about electron marching order or anything.

Bren R.

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#63624 10/07/04 05:26 AM
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......................or the break in time of said cable! Oh well, the more I sit here digging up facts on THX the more I don't like it. I loved what it was but just like the new Star Wars DVD's, it ain't the same as the original!

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#63625 10/07/04 07:12 AM
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You know, I even tried to get your goat with that DAC crack and I got nothing...

Hmm... gotta practice up, usually I can push buttons until someone's "wak"ing around like Donald Duck.

Bren R.

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#63626 10/07/04 02:43 PM
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Yes I saw that but I'm currently re-visiting my position on DAC's in general. I still like Burr Brown but perhaps there is room to move.....................


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