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Ironically, I said earlier that the USB out on my laptop to a Turtle Beach Toslink (optical output) could not control the volume, turns out, once my computer did a restart, the volume buttons now work with the optical output. (I don't totally understand why that works with a digital out, to a analogue converter, but it does)... But the Sony Bravia Toslink doesn't have the ability to regulate volume. I'm currently working on a raspberry pi or Eduwardo workaround to give me a remote volume control... But I'm not a programmer, so this may be a pipe dream for me. But, before I attempt this, I'm going to try to get my television to 'talk to', or send a hdmi signal from it, to my laptop, then my laptop will pass through the signal (via optical out, to the DAC converter) then it should have volume control on the keyboard, but still not on the TV remote. I use a wireless laptop on my coffee table, so this wouldn't be a huge inconvenience, other than I won't be able to adjust the center, rear, or sub outputs without going to the master controller for the Pro Media 5.1. Obviously there isn't much interest in integrating old tech to new tech, gauging from the lack of interaction on this thread, so I'll probably discontinue any further additions to this thread.

Update: The digital converter works perfectly. However, not without some disadvantages. Namely, no remote control for volume. Which makes sense. I'm using a USB 'Turtle Beach' TOSlink optical out of the laptop into the DAC. Also using a Optical into the DAC. Therefore, volume must be controlled by the Promedia on the analogue side. And this unit is older, and designed to be used at a computer desk, well within arms reach for volume adjustment. Not sure if later models came with a volume remote or not, would be good if there was that option. Other issue (of just inconvenience) there's a separate button to move from line 1 (laptop) and line 2 (television) that must be manually changed when going from one source to the other. I was hoping to leave it on line 2 and pass through the television so I wouldn't have to change to line 1 every time I wanted to use the computer. Although, there may be a adjustment on the television settings to allow for that, since I'm using a HDMI to go from the laptop to the television. Just haven't figured it out yet. I'm really liking this setup, as it's very small in size and wall mount kits are inexpensive and readily available on amazon. Now, I have to make a bracket below the television to hold the center speaker under the television as I have it wall mounted on a swinging bracket and I'd like the speaker to point where the television is pointing. Anyone got any ideas on a way to connect a volume remote to this particular setup?

Hunting around on Amazon, I think I may have solved my problem, but I'm not sure, so I'd like some confirmation that I'm on the right track. https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Converter-Channel-Decoder-Optical/dp/B07X94PF4D/ref=sr_1_14?crid=3H5LW402DHID9&keywords=dac+audio+converter+dolby&qid=1673908603&sprefix=dac+audio+converter+dolby%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-14 If I get a set of RCA L/R to stereo minijack, I think this will work, because I can use the digital optical to connect to the DAC.

Hello all, Been a long time since posting. But I have a question for techies here. I recently upgraded by laptop to a ASUS Zepherus M16, and a Sony Bravia 65" 4K television (no it's not the OLED), and I purchased a Klipsch refurbished ProMedia 2.1 from Klipsch. I'm having a bit of a problem here. Quite frankly, I can't hear the voice dialogue on movies, unless I turn the volume up so loud that when there are other sounds, like explosions, it blows us out of the room. I've tried the factory installed speakers in the Sony Bravia (didn't think they'd be any good anyway. Tried the Klipsch 2.1 (a little better, but still not acceptable), and a friend gave me some cheapo soundbar, with no Sub. (it's terrible) So, I got on the ole' Facebook Marketplace, and Low and behold, I saw it! Something I've been wanting for... forever. Klipsch ProMedia Ultra 5.1 for a mere $60.00 and it was local... My thought here is that I can run the center channel a little hot for dialogue and tame the surrounds down... I'm sure it's going to work great... IF I can figure out how to connect the darn thing to my current system. You see, the ProMedia Ultra 5.1 is analogue only. I need 3 minijacks to plug into the input of the Klipsch sub. L/R, L/R rear, Center/Sub. but neither my computer nor television has compatible outputs. I have a single minijack headphones (that I'm using the 2.1 right now. But I don't think they make a 3 way splitter for that application (and I don't think it would be in 5.1 anyway, just stereo. I have a extra HDMI on both the laptop and the television, but I'd need some kind of DAC to minijack to make that work. Any economical recommendations? I have USB ports on both television and laptop, so the same would apply. I think USB bypasses any surround sound processing anyway, and I'd definitely need a stand alone processor there too. and it could have a optical port too because both TV and laptop have optical outs on them. I do have a old Turtle Beach Audio Advantage Micro II USB to stereo minijack or optical... Is it possible to somehow get that to work to make the 5.1 work? Any help here would be greatly appreciated.

Congratulations to a Forum member on adopting the Forte's...

I've still got some things to sell, so back to the top it goes...

Academy did not sell, yet.

After stumbling around the house, I just spyed another gem. I've got an older 1999 or so, Orion 10" dual voice coil subwoofer, in a small angled box for behind a pickup truck seat. It has never been installed and right now it's being used as a short table for a filter on my saltwater fish aquarium experiment. So make me an offer on that one.

Holy cow, after reviewing my prices on the nakamichi cassette deck, I see I'm crazy overpriced. This thing is "like new" but it's from circa 1990, and I see they are only bringing about $100.00. So, consider it repriced.

I just remembered, I also have a set of "bucking magnets" that I bought from klipsch, for magnetic shielding unshielded speakers, but never installed them in anything. Probably not necessary with today's new style televisions, but if someone needs them, I have them.

Ok, I just realized (through a PM asking what else I had for sale) that I'd like to throw this out there. I can't post anything other than audio gear on this site. But I have a ton of other stuff for sale. You see I'm moving and nearly everything has to go. So, I am into hot boating, dirt track racing, and lots of really nice furniture and yard equipment. If you are currently looking for basically anything OMC, or Chevrolet, kubota, PM me and ask. Hope this post doesn't violate the terms of the forum. If it does, feel free to remove and I apologize in advance.

Ok, The Sunfire stuff is sold The Chorus's are sold. The Heresy 1's are sold. Teh SW10-II is sold.

I have multiple items for sale, some still have the boxes, some not. I'm not too hip on packing for final shipping though, I'd prefer local pickup (mid Missouri). I will however box the ones I have boxes for and take them to a local shipper and you can deal with them about getting them shipped safely...I just don't want the liability of possible damage. Ok, On with what I have...If anyone is seriously interested in these items, for the price I'm asking, I'll provide final pictures of them, upon request, to verify that the condition is exactly what I say it is...Do I really need to post pics of the same speakers over and over, we all know what they look like, don't we? Sold...A pair of 1989 Chorus I's, Oiled oak, black grills, Near new condition $800.00 cash/money order I bought these new. I have original boxes. Sold...A pair of 1987Forte I's, Oiled oak, BROWN grills, One very light water ring on top of one speaker, other than that, near new also...$600.00. These were owned by one of my best friends, I bought them about 10 years ago, They have been well cared for, I know. No boxes A pair of 1993 Heresy II's, Oiled Oak, Black Weave Grills, no floor stand, $550.00, near new condition. Boxes included. Bought new. A single 1993 Academy, Oiled oak, black grill. light scratches on top from sitting on a television. nice piece though. $250.00 Box included. Bought new. Sold...A pair of 1975 Heresy I;s Walnut lacquer, black grills, dog bite damage to one top corner of one speaker, other speaker in presentable condition. No boxes....$250.00 Bought used, had to install new tweeter diaphram in one speaker. Sold...A single 1993 SW-10 II sub woofer, top scratched from ex wife constantly tying her shoes on top... Black grill, plastic damaged but not noticable when installed $200.00 box included. Bought new. A single Black KV-1 center channel black grill, unknown year, $65.00 no box. bought used A pair of Black KG- .5's, unknown year, good shape, except previous owner drilled a 9/16's hole in the backs for mounting, covered them with duct tape and they perform well for what they are. No boxes. $80.00 Bought used. Sold...Sunfire TGP-II with original remote lcd screen, damged but useable...And a later addition programmable remote. And Sunfire SIGNATURE Cinima Grand amp...5 channel 420 watt continuous on all channels, I'll throw in the 5 XLR cables with the sale of both items....$1800.00 Boxes included....these are REALLY NICE units... Adcom ACE-515 power enhancer...Cat liked the taste of the cord, but it still works flawless...Box included $100.00 Nakamichi CR-1A cassette deck, used very little...like new, few scratches on top from being racked over the years, face is like new, box included...$250.00 Bought new. I have other various other electronics, but these are the highlights, if your looking for something else, CD players, DVD player, Ariston Icon Turntable w/ ortofon cartridge.

Kind of an interesting read, as I listen to my 1985 TELARC version of HOLST "The Planets", On my relatively Noisy ADCOM 6000 GTP amp with my paultry Heresy II's mains and Herey rears, and a simple KV-1 center. Amazing when the timpanii hit several times and my pant leg vibrated against my shin. Is TELARC still remastering "masterpieces"?

Directly IN YOUR FACE, with as much power as you can afford to own!!!