DTS-HD could blow your speakers!

Philip Wong | Apr 09, 2008

Yes, literally, according to AVS forum members playing selected DTS-HD Master Audio (DTS-HD MA) Blu-rays. There have been user reports and even a video of the "nasty" bang. One case was encountered on a Panasonic DMP-BD30 and Onkyo TX-SR705 combination, while the titles involved ranged from Fantastic Four and Chronos to Golden Compass and 1408.

Personally, I have tried Fantastic Four numerous times, DTS-HD MA decoded on my home Onkyo TX-SR875, but have yet to see my Mission speakers up in smoke. Perhaps the infamous but harmless pops common among the Onkyos have made me prudent but it's nevertheless a good idea to be cautious, too.

So the next time you test drive a new DTS-HD MA disc, just remember to take it easy on the volume dial. This is especially for those reference-level mavericks who like their movies "loud and explosive". And yes, I'm one of them!

Via AVS forum | Photo credit: DTS

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