The Official Integra DHC-80.1 Pre/Pro - Page 2

HA! wishful thinking lol

FWIW an Integra dealer here in Canada just told me they have significant price reductions on the 9.9 right now because of manufacturer incentives.

It would be nice to get clarification from Audyssey or Integra/Onkyo on this issue.

Hi,

Here's a posting that bears on this issue.


There seems to be little doubt that if a device is Audyssey MultEQ enabled and has two subwoofer outputs that Audyssey will calculate the timing and levels independently.

EDIT:
Contrary to what I posted earlier, in a recent posting on the Official Audyssey thread, Audyssey confirmed that the 80.1 will individually set separate filters for each subwoofer.

The Audyssey Sub Equalizer and the SVS AS-EQ1 provide the option of independent filters or a combined filter. Audyssey's research suggests that the combined filters usually results in a smoother response and therefore their Sub Equalizer defaults into that setting.

Refer to the following relevant postings:





Larry

Good info, thanks Larry.

If the new Integra sets the time (phase) and level separately for each sub channel and then EQ's the summed output that is essentially what I am looking for. In that case, it makes sense for me to buy the Integra rather than the SubEQ.

Hi,

Of course the Sub Equalizer, having the entire DSP chip available for Audyssey processing, has twice the resolution of the Integra.

Larry

Thanks again for researching this. Since I have the Pro Kit, processing resolution on individual channels should not be an issue.

It would be nice to get confirmation from either Audyssey or Integra on the specifics of how Audyssey will deal with the multiple sub outs of the new DHC 80.1 processor. All we have so far is speculation.

Hi,

You are quite welcome.

Having the Pro kit adds some processing refinements, but it doesn't remove the DSP limitations of the consumer device, that remains the same.

The fact that you already have the Pro kit is useful because it will permit you to use the Sub Equalizer if you elect to buy one. As I mentioned the Sub Equalizer will double the resolution of the filters on the subwoofer channels over the consumer devices, including this new Integra.

I thought that Chris' response, which I quoted in an earlier posting, was pretty much a confirmation. I see that you reposted this question in the Official Audyssey thread. If you still think you haven't receive a definitive response, I suggest that you direct Chris' attention to that unanswered question.

Larry

wow

i go away for 8 months and they come out with three versions in that time...

man, is Paul S. Otellini (CEO of Intel) or Dirk Meyer (CEO of AMD) running Integra???

They havr released the 80.1 receiver's and pre-pro's as of 11/3/09

Well that is great news!!!!

Thanks Alan.

Hi Alan.

Thanks for the information, but it would be helpful if Integra posted the the 80.1 on their website if they want to generate sales.

Larry

yes !

Now, who has it ?

It's great that the DHC-80.1 has some upgraded features but more importantly to me is I am wondering if they have done anything to improve the overall sound quality of the unit including both the analog and the digital. I talked to a guy who did an A/B comparison side by side for one full week between his DTC-9.8 and his newly purchased Marantz AV8003 and he reported that the Marantz was MUCH better across the board in sound quality. This same person said once he purchased some higher end speakers than what he previously was using he noticed a "graininess" in the DTC-9.8 that with his lesser speakers you couldn't even hear. Features are killer but I am thinking that if you have to give up some features or some user friendliness that in the end the SQ is what is more important. I am hoping they have made some improvements in overall SQ as this along with the ease and feature set would be a no brainer for me!

Good question.

Do you know any specifics of that comparison; e.g., was he using analog source inputs or HDMI, listening in MC or stereo, using Audyssey?

Thanks
Bruce

Hi Bruce,

Good points. Were the devices level matched, was it a blind A/B test, etc.?

It is very difficult to perform a sighted A/B test without injecting bias into the subjective listening tests.

One thing we know for sure the Integra didn't have Dynamic EQ factored into the equation.

Larry

I may be ditching my NAD T175HD for the 80.1 depending on sq of new unit. The M15HD is promising to best the best of these 3 (costs 2x as much!), but not going to beta test for NAD any longer...if they get that polished & no bugs then maybe in a year or so, but looking like 80.1 for now. Any tips from Integra owners...chime in.

Hey Bruce, I asked the same questions and am waiting for a response although I beleive it was through HDMI but need to confirm.

Hello All,

I've been mostly a lurker on this thread but decided it was time to jump in. I just put a deposit on the DHC 80.1 and my local dealer expects it to arrive Saturday at the earliest or sometime next week. By coincidence the Integra rep happened to be in his shop. I asked if we could search his car for an 80.1, but no luck

Current system
Audio
Preamp - Outlaw 990, Amp - Sherbourn 5/1500A (5 x 200 watt/ch)
Front Speakers - PSB synchrony 2, Center - Synchrony One C, Rears - PSB Image S50
Sub - Velodyne DD-10

Video
TV -Panasonic 50 plasma,
Projector - Pioneer Elite Pro-FPJ1 (1080p)/ Elite screen 100
Panasonic blu-ray player
DVD OPPO 980H

We are an Integra dealer in Winnipeg, Canada and have had the DHC-80.1 for awhile now. I haven't done an Audyssey Pro calibration yet but there is one annoying thing that did not happen on previous models - whenever there is a discontinuity in the signal - ie. skipping to the next chapter, or dropouts on the cable box signal, channel change etc. - there is a noisy relay click and the sound is interrupted. Any ideas?

That would be very annoying. Have you tried asking Integra customer service about this? And did the 9.9 have this issue?

how 'long' is long?
what is the name of your storefront?
alan

excuse me... how long is 'awhile' ?

I had skipped over the DHC 9.9 but placed an order for the DHC 80.1 this afternoon and should have the unit mid next week. I decided to "upgrade” from my reliable and great sounding DTC 9.8 because of the 80.1's 9.2 capabilities (I have quad subs collocated in two pairs) and I want to experiment with Audyssey DSX and Dynamic EQ.

I had the same experience with my Meridian 861-good thing I had a distant equipment closet. If this piece has a significantly audible relay noise, the market will shrink quickly, IMHO.

Thank you very much

Fury

I had the same issue with audible clicking with my Onkyo 805 receiver. This can be solved by assigning a default surround mode to each input.
I just placed an order for the DHC-80.1. It will be my first surround processor since my Lexicon DC1! It seems to fit the bill for all of my requirements: XLR outputs, firmware updates via ethernet, room correction, latest variations on the codecs, video processing. Each of the other more expensive contenders did not meet these requirements in one way or another (Anthem requires windows computer for ARC, Classe does not have room correction or video processing, Bryston will likely not have room correction) except for the Denon, but could not justify the price difference on the Denon. I also don't want to end up with an overpriced boat anchor, like the Theta Casablanca or Lexicon MC12. Performance with analog sources is not a factor for me, as I have a BAT VK-52SE preamp for my CD player and analog front-end. I will report impressions once I have spent some time with the unit.

No kidding. NAD made the same mistake with the T175; they say that has been fixed with the new M15HD but I'm not willing to fork out $4500 to find out.

So from what we know both the 9.9 & 80.1 use mechanical relays? That a big NO SALE for me.

I have the 886 which is basically a 9.9 and I hear no relay clicking with audio mode changes. The problem with earlier Onkyo/Integras several years ago was an audio delay when there was a audio format change (digital to analog with cable or SAT) which was very annoying. But eventually there was a DSP and FW update that took care of it.

If the 80.1/5507 prepros have audible relay clicking with audio format changes then that would be a no sale for me as well. I demoed the Cambridge Audio 840A about a year ago and the volume control was relay based so everytime you changed the volume you could hear it clicking. Needless to say I passed on the 840A.

Bill

Me too. Nice setup. I have a Cary SLP 2002 preamp for my 2 channel side; a less expensive option than the BAT but a very nice preamp in my system. I haven't tried BAT yet (just because the used market brought up the Cary first) but I have always been very interested in them.



I agree this may be a problem but let's not rush to any conclusions yet. There is a single post on this issue so far. I think we have to see what people say as the unit rolls out in volume.

Worst case, at least it seems Integra follows up on firmware updates. If the unit isn't perfect they appear better than other manufacturer's that leave things high and dry.