New Outlaw processor..

codyc1ark
codyc1ark Posts: 2,532
edited November 2012 in Electronics
I just got the email today, looks interesting...

http://www.outlawaudio.com/products/975.html
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  • BlueFox
    BlueFox Posts: 15,251
    edited November 2012
    While it probably is a good deal for those getting into HT and using seperates, I suspect something is missing. Call me jaded, but I get really suspicious about quality and performance when some company can do all that for only $549. Then again, if it is entry-level then it probably meets specs. At least they are not claiming it is audiophile reference gear.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,650
    edited November 2012
    I really* like the small footprint!
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited November 2012
    Wow, they actually got one released! It looks nice, and pretty good high level specifications.
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  • codyc1ark
    codyc1ark Posts: 2,532
    edited November 2012
    Get one! Let us know what you think!
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited November 2012
    I can't believe the size either! But it wouldn't work for me, it only has one sub out when I've got two subs to connect.
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited November 2012
    cfrizz wrote: »
    I can't believe the size either! But it wouldn't work for me, it only has one sub out when I've got two subs to connect.

    They make Y splitters so you can run two subs from a single sub output on your receiver. Not sure if Outlaw still has cables, however I have a couple of really nice Outlaw cables Y-splitters that I use to split my sub-out to drive two subs and my center channel out to drive my two LSiC's.
    DKG999
    HT System: LSi9, LSiCx2, LSiFX, LSi7, SVS 20-39 PC+, B&K 507.s2 AVR, B&K Ref 125.2, Tripplite LCR-2400, Cambridge 650BD, Signal Cable PC/SC, BJC IC, Samsung 55" LED

    Music System: Magnepan 1.6QR, SVS SB12+, ARC pre, Parasound HCA1500 vertically bi-amped, Jolida CDP, Pro-Ject RM5.1SE TT, Pro-Ject TubeBox SE phono pre, SBT, PS Audio DLIII DAC
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  • PubFiction
    PubFiction Posts: 105
    edited November 2012
    It is missing ethernet but otherwise it looks like a good way to get started with a basic processor.
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  • polkfarmboy
    polkfarmboy Posts: 5,703
    edited November 2012
    It looks like it is just a AVR minus rhe amp section. I am skeptical about the "Weight 8.27 lbs"
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  • Syndil
    Syndil Posts: 1,582
    edited November 2012
    Glad to see Outlaw finally put out a new piece of HT gear. It's been a long time coming. Not the 978 everyone was hoping for, but that may still come. This will be a goto recommendation for someone wanting the convenience of a basic AVR but who knows they will be wanting to go with separates. Pair it with a decent amp and it's basically a build-your-own higher-quality AVR kit. Yes, it's on the light side, but take the amps/heatsinks out of your average AVR and it's probably lighter in comparison. 8.24 lbs is pretty stout for something that small, and it does have a toroidal power supply.

    The pricing is actually a bit on the high side IMO given how basic this unit is (few inputs, no multi-channel analog input, no Audyssey), but at least you can be sure that the internal components are of high quality. Also happy to see that the software can be updated and that it has a 12V trigger output.

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  • DaveHo
    DaveHo Posts: 3,529
    edited November 2012
    I'm not sure what to think about the 975. On one hand, I could live without the Audyssey, as even though my current processor has it, I don't use it. Although I expect most of the market would expect it even at it's low price point. No zone 2, would be a problem for me. I've got enough equipment in the rack without having to add a 2ch pre-amp to handle zone 2. Will it handle multi-channel PCM? I don't see that listed in the specs. That would be a deal breaker for me as without a 7ch input that would mean no multi-ch SACD or DVD-A support.

    It had better sound really good, otherwise I don't see what this has going for it.
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  • Syndil
    Syndil Posts: 1,582
    edited November 2012
    I agree it is a very narrowly targeted item. If it wasn't so basic it would have much wider appeal, but then it would be a 978. But for someone who wants a very basic feature set along with high quality, it would be the way to go. I personally would not miss Audyssey either, but the lack of a multi-channel analog input would be a deal-breaker for me. Might be something for someone who is setting up a standalone HT system in addition to their regular system but doesn't want to skimp on the quality.

    RT-12, CS350-LS, PSW-300, Infinity Overture 1, Monoprice RC-65i
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