Denon 3806 setup - 06/27/06 11:13 PM
I'm a little confused of which surround mode I should use to watch DVD with Denon 3806. I currently use the Standard (Auto) mode, which would automatically detect the audio in the DVD and play it as either DTS or Dolby Surround. Somehow it sounded less loud and a little muffled compared to the 7channel mode (I have 6.1 system btw). The rear surround speaker is still producing sound with the Dolby Surround mode and personally I think the subtle sound effect (steps, wind noises, etc) from the surround speakers sounds better than if I use the 7channel mode. The 7 channel mode is a lot louder but it seems that it kinda masked the subtle sound effect from the surround speakers.
I remember that the Denon 3806 sounded much better during my audition. I audition an Axiom owner who happen to own the Denon 3806 as well (he also has the M60s, VP150, and QS8 setup as well). Somehow, his system is a lot louder than mine yet the subtle sound effect still sound amazing.
So, I guess my question is am I using the wrong surround mode for DVD movie? Is there something that I need to change in Denon setup? Btw, I have calibrated all the speakers to 85db with AVIA.
I remember that the Denon 3806 sounded much better during my audition. I audition an Axiom owner who happen to own the Denon 3806 as well (he also has the M60s, VP150, and QS8 setup as well). Somehow, his system is a lot louder than mine yet the subtle sound effect still sound amazing.
So, I guess my question is am I using the wrong surround mode for DVD movie? Is there something that I need to change in Denon setup? Btw, I have calibrated all the speakers to 85db with AVIA.