DReborn

Hey there...I want to hook up my HTPC to my TV and use the Ultra 5.1's as my speakers. I was worried because I noticed that my center channel was fairly weak when playing DVD movies (couldn't hear the diologue). Basically, I wanted to get the Creative ddts-100 so I could use it as somewhat of a "mini receiver" but you mentioned that you are using the pioneer vsx-d812k instead of the ddts-100? How does work? You still can't hook up the Ultra 5.1's directly to the receiver, right? I just want the best setup without killing the bank! Thanks in advance!

That's interesting...I am using the onboard sound from my Abit IS7-G and personally I think it sounds great minus the weak center channel for diologue. Do you think it would make a difference if I upgraded to a audigy zs ad the new kilpsch decoder (if it ever comes out)? Also I have an "old" SB Live (or it might be an audigy)...would that help as well? Thanks

I just wanted to make sure that this new DD5.1 would work for me. I want to use my promedia ultra 5.1's in my living room for my HTPC setup. First off, the decoder basically works in between my computer and my TV, yes? Like a mini receiver? Secondly, is the ultra 5.1's center channel strong enough to watch movies/listen to diologue? I've had some issues getting the center channel up high enough to cleanly hear the diologue. Any tricks on that anyways? =) By the way, it is an apartment living room so it isn't too large but I still want to be able to listen to music, watch movies, TV, etc. THANKS!