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glemay
glemay Posts: 574
edited October 2003 in Electronics
Can someone please clarify what THX means?:confused:

Jerry
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Denon AVR-2805, Polk Audio RTi70's, Polk Audio CSi40, Polk Audio FXi50, Paradigm PW-2200 v.2, Toshiba 42XV545U HDTV

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Denon AVR-1705, Polk Audio R40, Polk Audio CS245i, Polk Audio R15, Paradigm PS-1200a
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,986
    edited October 2003
    For the most part, absolutley nothing.

    Cheers,
    Russ
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • glemay
    glemay Posts: 574
    edited October 2003
    really:confused: it means nothing? Why is it that it is only found on the high end receivers?
    Main System:
    Denon AVR-2805, Polk Audio RTi70's, Polk Audio CSi40, Polk Audio FXi50, Paradigm PW-2200 v.2, Toshiba 42XV545U HDTV

    Second System:
    Denon AVR-1705, Polk Audio R40, Polk Audio CS245i, Polk Audio R15, Paradigm PS-1200a
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  • paymontana
    paymontana Posts: 234
    edited October 2003
    Agreed! Just a set of standards(whatever they may be) set by lucas ltd. Some quality companies don't even have their stuff tested. If you are into low end ht in a box, you might look for thx. Seeing that you are here on this site you are looking for quality and shouldn't worry about thx. On the other hand if it is stamped thx that doesn't mean it is garbage. IMO it is just a marketing technique. It is neither a format nor a specific sound.
    "It doesn't get any more serious than a Rhinocerus about to charge your ****."
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  • glemay
    glemay Posts: 574
    edited October 2003
    paymontana,

    Makes sense, i guess. I'm somewhat new to this but have been exposed to it for about one year. Learning things about it everyday.

    Thanks
    Main System:
    Denon AVR-2805, Polk Audio RTi70's, Polk Audio CSi40, Polk Audio FXi50, Paradigm PW-2200 v.2, Toshiba 42XV545U HDTV

    Second System:
    Denon AVR-1705, Polk Audio R40, Polk Audio CS245i, Polk Audio R15, Paradigm PS-1200a
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited October 2003
    It is all the things the previous guys said, but it really means Tomlinson Holman's Xperiment. And that's a fact Jack.

    George Grand (of the Jersey Grand's)
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  • Frank Z
    Frank Z Posts: 5,860
    edited October 2003
    There are benifits to using gear that is THX certified, but the certification does mean that it will out perform equipment that is not THX certified. Break out your granny glasses and get over to WWW.THX.com and read a little.
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited October 2003
    If that granny glasses comment was directed at me there Slick, stick it up your ****. Against my better judgement, I modified my response. Still don't think I was off base with it however. Strike ONE amigo.

    George Grand (of the Jersey Grand's)
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  • paymontana
    paymontana Posts: 234
    edited October 2003
    lmao! Easy guys the granny glasses thing was just a joke. I'm sure of it. PM thinks if he got wacked in the head w/ a 60lb amp he would know what hi-fi is.




    CJ
    "It doesn't get any more serious than a Rhinocerus about to charge your ****."
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited October 2003
    Don't bet on it (The getting whacked in the head with a 60lb. amp part).

    George Grand (of the Jersey Grand's)
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  • brettw22
    brettw22 Posts: 7,623
    edited October 2003
    Originally posted by George Grand
    If that granny glasses comment was directed at me there Slick, stick it up your ****. You wouldn't know a piece of hi-fi if you **** tripped over it. Nice weekend.
    ROFLMAO!!!!!! omg......George.....I think that he was talkin about reading glasses......sheesh.....pick up a drink...:p
    comment comment comment comment. bitchy.
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  • faster100
    faster100 Posts: 6,124
    edited October 2003
    THX does mean something, i think its more then marketing.. unlike Monster cable.. although i use monster and THx cert receiver. however i didn't solely buy it for that. Its a set of standards to follow just like dolby digital, DTS, so on... doesnt mean its better, but it does add a few options in the dsp and bass mgt.. dept.. But what ever floats your boat, its there take it or leave it.. doesnt really matter
    MY HT RIG:
    Sherwood p-965
    Sherwood sd871 dvd
    Rotel 1075 amp x5
    LSI15 mains
    LsiC center
    LSIfx surround backs
    Lsi7 side surrounds
    SVS pb12/plus2

    2 Channel Rig:

    nad 1020 Pre-amp
    Rotel 1080 stereo amp
    Polk sda 2B
    kenwood grunt Tuner
    realistic lab 450 TT
    Signal cable IC
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited October 2003
    Brett,

    I think I know exactly what he meant, and I don't think it was charitable.

    George Grand (of the Jersey Grand's)
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  • LiquidSound
    LiquidSound Posts: 1,261
    edited October 2003
    Don't jellyfish carry plants inside them to provide constant food? That's kinda smart.:D
    Two Channel Main
    Receiver - VSX-54TX
    Mains - Csi40's
    Sub - Spiked Velodyne Cht-8 On Spiked Landscaping Stones

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  • Frank Z
    Frank Z Posts: 5,860
    edited October 2003
    George,
    ???

    Nothing was directed at you. Show me where I wrote "Hey George Go Read This...."


    I made a simple comment to the first poster to check out a web site that may provide him with a bit more info.
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  • faster100
    faster100 Posts: 6,124
    edited October 2003
    sheesh grumpy people so late in the evening :D
    MY HT RIG:
    Sherwood p-965
    Sherwood sd871 dvd
    Rotel 1075 amp x5
    LSI15 mains
    LsiC center
    LSIfx surround backs
    Lsi7 side surrounds
    SVS pb12/plus2

    2 Channel Rig:

    nad 1020 Pre-amp
    Rotel 1080 stereo amp
    Polk sda 2B
    kenwood grunt Tuner
    realistic lab 450 TT
    Signal cable IC
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  • brettw22
    brettw22 Posts: 7,623
    edited October 2003
    Originally posted by George Grand
    Steer clear Brett, this is headed for the HOS.
    aw, hell.......when have I EVER steered clear of something HOS bound??? :D

    all good......time for me to crash and get a good night's rest before I go and devote most of my Saturday to shopping........lol
    comment comment comment comment. bitchy.
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  • jdavy
    jdavy Posts: 380
    edited October 2003
    THX is a certification to a high level of quality. THX on you DVD provides you with test signals to adjust your monitor and test you speakers for proper placement and phase.

    The name comes from lucas's first film THX-1138 a sci-fi classic filmed in the then new (1972) bart tunnels in San Francisco.
    It stared Robert Duval.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited October 2003
    I would pay extra money for DTS support, but never for THX. It is simply another format, nothing more, nothing less.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,986
    edited October 2003
    It's not a *format*, just a certain set of standards.
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited October 2003
    I call standards in audio formats, like DD, DPL, etc....formats. Excuse the improper use of language.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,986
    edited October 2003
    I'll let it slide THIS time.
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • Dr. Spec
    Dr. Spec Posts: 3,780
    edited October 2003
    The THX certification for speakers and subwoofers is ****. There are THX certified subs that perform like ****.

    I have no idea how they got certified.........oh yes I do........they PAID THX for it.

    The THX processing formats, are OTOH, worthy of some attention as they do affect SQ significantly when you enable them. Whether or not you like the SQ of the THX post processors and bass management stuff is a different story but there is quite a bit of thought at work on the electronics end of THX Ultra II.

    Nothing you couldn't accomplish (probably better) with a decent parametric EQ and some sweat equity, though.
    "What we do in life echoes in eternity"

    Ed Mullen (emullen@svsound.com)
    Director - Technology and Customer Service
    SVS
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  • glemay
    glemay Posts: 574
    edited October 2003
    thanks for the clarification doc
    Main System:
    Denon AVR-2805, Polk Audio RTi70's, Polk Audio CSi40, Polk Audio FXi50, Paradigm PW-2200 v.2, Toshiba 42XV545U HDTV

    Second System:
    Denon AVR-1705, Polk Audio R40, Polk Audio CS245i, Polk Audio R15, Paradigm PS-1200a
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  • scottvamp
    scottvamp Posts: 3,277
    edited October 2003
    Originally posted by Frank Z
    Break out your granny glasses and get over to WWW.THX.com and read a little.
    Have a computer -\Time to post on Polk
    HELLO!!!!!!!!
    JUsy maybe you can learn about THX on well could it be THX.COM
    Maybe that sight will just be fooling on me!!!!!!!:rolleyes:
    Killing me here..........
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited October 2003
    Could you re-post that last one? In English.

    George Grand (of the Jersey Grand's)
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  • Frank Z
    Frank Z Posts: 5,860
    edited October 2003
    WTF?!!

    I make a comment that the orignal poster should, perhaps, check out the THX website for a little clarification regarding THX, and George rips me a new A-hole. Still don't know what crawled up his butt and died. I'm not going to hold my breath waiting for an apology.

    Scott's comments were less than clear, I've got no idea what the hell he's saying.
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  • TroyD
    TroyD Posts: 13,090
    edited October 2003
    I think ol' Scott's been listening to too many of those Eddie Rabbit albums...

    I love a rainy night.......


    BDT
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  • scottvamp
    scottvamp Posts: 3,277
    edited October 2003
    I have no clue what I am saying either.
    WHAT!
    Maybe you can go to WHATISSCOTTSAYING.COM
    Get it now - sarcasm
    Frank have a beer man or a chill pill.
    I have made several post about this.
    Frank I was ACTUALLY thanking you.
    Here we go again:
    What is HDCD?
    HDCD.com
    What is Dolby Digital?
    DOLBYDIGITAL.com
    Hello!!!!!
    The average Polkster sure can't explain things better than the actual wed site dedicated for - you have to have a computer and SOME knowledge to get to Polk and ask stupid questions.
    If THX cert were worth there weight in GOLD than no other eqiupment would even sell. Saying that my Onkyo 898 is THX SELECT Cert and I am proud of that. My first Onkyo was the 787 was the FIRST cert THX reciever on the market. Now take a bow.

    Your cracking
    me up Troy!!!!!!!LOL

    :D
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,986
    edited October 2003
    Did everyone leave the house without their helmet today?

    THX - SchmeeHX, period.

    Apparently the short bus stopped at the Electronics forum and unloaded its cargo...

    Cheers,
    Rooster

    "Ooh I'm driving my life away, looking for a better way, for me"
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • scottvamp
    scottvamp Posts: 3,277
    edited October 2003
    Ya but my helmet is THX certified.:D
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