Incorporating Projector into 2 Channel

[Ricjor1]

So, after having my new setup for a couple of days I realize voices are to low when watching cable programs. It's really good when watching a Blu-ray. I guess my least expensive option is to add a center channel and AV receiver? Please help!

[thughes]

If you are ever contemplating 4K, any investment you have in the Oppo will be obsolete . . . .

He is already obsolete with the projector purchase. That being the case the Oppo 105 is a viable option. I use my Oppo to downmix to stereo only to my Mc C45. I can also use the Oppo to send 5.1 on to the C45. He can use the Oppo 105 almost as a receiver while he's pondering going 4k etc.

[chessman]

Have you taken SPL readings between cable and Blu-Ray? I suspect that the dialog difference (assuming that you really do have center fill because your speakers are in the sweet spot) is due to volume differences. My Blu-Ray player output louder than my cable box until I level matched it.

That said, I have to join the others in saying that if you have a screen the size you have, and are therefore sitting back where you should be, you need a center channel/AV receiver. Here is an easy test: pick a movie where the plane flies across the front, or a train barrels through, or the like. If you hear sound, gap, sound instead of a steady pan, you need a center channel. If it is an even pan, then see above about volume match.

[Ricjor1]

I ordered a Monitor Audio center channel. Any recommendations for a reasonably priced AV receiver?

[Ricjor1]

Originally Posted by thughes

He is already obsolete with the projector purchase. That being the case the Oppo 105 is a viable option. I use my Oppo to downmix to stereo only to my Mc C45. I can also use the Oppo to send 5.1 on to the C45. He can use the Oppo 105 almost as a receiver while he's pondering going 4k etc.

True 4K projectors are way more than I can spend. They are nice though, my friend has one(20K). I'm a 2 channel guy, but blessed that I'm able to have the projector for the family to enjoy. In a couple of years hopefully the cost of 4k projectors will be more affordable

[thughes]

Consider an Oppo in your set up. It might tide you over until you move to 4K.

[Ricjor1]

I already purchased the Oppo 103D a couple of days ago. Is there a significant difference between it and the 105D? If so, what?

[thughes]

The 105D has extra DACS for decoding up to 7.1 channels. It's probably the way to go if you are going to have the Blu-ray do the sound work. Still, you have a good player, and you are way to a full multi-channel home theater. You should enjoy it for a while.

[Ricjor1]

I have a Jeff Rowland Aeris DAC. I don't understand how the 105D would improve the sound. I'm a 2 channel person, that decided to add a projector for my family's entertainment. I want decent sound when viewing cable. The sound from Blu-ray is great. I guess the cable box compresses the sound? How do I fix it?

[thughes]

Any recommendations for a reasonably priced AV receiver?

Check out Anthem or Marantz.