LOTR Trilogy

mdschlayer
mdschlayer Posts: 209
edited June 2004 in Music & Movies
As I understand it, the Lord of the Rings Trilogy that is being released is only mixed in 5.1 surround, as well as The Return of the King. But the 1st and 2nd movies (extended editions) are in 6.1. I'm sure the extended edition of ROTK (whenever it's released), will be 6.1 also. But has anybody heard if the trilogy will packaged together in 6.1?
Love the movies, and I'd like to get the most out of them as I can!!

Mike.
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,649
    edited May 2004
    Nothing personal Mike, it's just funny to me how the focus of movies these days centers more on the sound track instead of the content of the movie. Sad really!
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  • Dr. Spec
    Dr. Spec Posts: 3,780
    edited May 2004
    There will be a 3-pack of the EE Releases all in DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete.

    Also note every theatrical release version has DD-EX 5.1 Extended Surround, which is a quasi 6.1 rear channel matrix mode. Lot's of rear surround action in the DD-EX soundtracks.

    And there's nothing wrong with wanting a DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete option; it's a true 6.1 technology and the best currently available and it's a big selling point for many who are considering the EE versions (in addition to the extra footage, etc.).
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  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,200
    edited May 2004
    Nothing personal Mike, it's just funny to me how the focus of movies these days centers more on the sound track instead of the content of the movie. Sad really

    With technology moving forward,this is a bi product of what people wanna see.WOW factor is high these days,but no special effects can make up for a great story..I agree.

    It happens in home theaters all the time.people want there sub's blowing up the room and the rears kicking the back of there heads in.most people don't enjoy a properly calibrated system.They want BASS sloppy,boomy,**** sounding bass is whats exceptable ,I don't get it
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  • scottvamp
    scottvamp Posts: 3,277
    edited May 2004
    Funny how these "NEW" HT/LOTR fans know nothing of what is going on with the EE's. The EE's ALWAYS come out a BIT later.
    Yes, the DTS 6.1 IS WELL worth every wait and penny spent. IT is like the difference between 480p and 1080i.
    Plus being laid out on two disc the PQ should be a bit cleaner for the HD's out thier.

    Should i get the widescreen or the fullscreen? I'm missing alot of the movie with those black bars everywhere.:confused:
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  • Dr. Spec
    Dr. Spec Posts: 3,780
    edited May 2004
    Should i get the widescreen or the fullscreen? I'm missing alot of the movie with those black bars everywhere.

    Good one, Scott. :cool:

    What's the 411 on that PB2+?
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited May 2004
    it's just funny to me how the focus of movies these days centers more on the sound track instead of the content of the movie. Sad really!

    This is certainly true for me. Most movies that I watch now I probably wouldn't have bothered renting if I didn't have a surround sound system such as Pirates of the Caribbean, LOTR, Master and Commander, and many other popular favorites, but I'm more interested in the sound these days. IMO, the sound is the movie. Just like popular music, most of the content in movies today is garbage.
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  • gregure
    gregure Posts: 871
    edited June 2004
    I agree that having surround sound at home has really motivated me to rent movies that I wouldn't normally rent. I've even stopped going to the theater to see movies I would normally rush out to see. Most of the time I just say "hell with it, I'll wait for DVD." Hell, sometimes I think the sound is better at home than the theater. Bass is cleaner, surroung effects are more prominent because the speakers are closer to the listening position, etc. The only thing I'm missing is a big screen, and someday my finances will allow for a digital projector in the home. :)
    Mantis,
    I'm curious to know what your idea of a "properly calibrated" system is, and what you define as clean vs. **** bass. Thanks.
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  • kberg
    kberg Posts: 974
    edited June 2004
    Originally posted by gregure
    Hell, sometimes I think the sound is better at home than the theater.

    Since I upgraded to my current system, I have never thought theater sound or picture quality was better than at home.
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  • scottvamp
    scottvamp Posts: 3,277
    edited June 2004
    Originally posted by Dr. Spec
    Good one, Scott. :cool:

    What's the 411 on that PB2+?
    Hey Doc - it's on hold for now. I just wasn't ready to get rid of the PSW1200 just yet. I got a little upgrade crazy. The move to a new home is on hold for awhile and the new sub was to complimeant the larger home. The New Tosh and HD system is keeping me happy right now. Whole new world of picture quality. I just got a new digital camera and will be posting pics shortly.
    Cheers
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  • Dr. Spec
    Dr. Spec Posts: 3,780
    edited June 2004
    The New Tosh and HD system is keeping me happy right now. Whole new world of picture quality. I just got a new digital camera and will be posting pics shortly.

    Definitely keep us posted on the rig upgrades. Good deal.
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