Dolby Digital with two speakers

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I am using a two channel system for both music and movies. The problem is that I have noticed a reduction in dynamics when I play Dolby Digital DVDs with this system. It has been my understanding that my DVD/laserdisc player converts the Dolby Digital signal to PCM resulting in a loss of dynamics, particularly bass. I understand that Vantas offers an add-on for two channel systems, but I don't have the room to add additional speakers. Would adding a surround processor capable of handling Dolby Digital restore the dynamics? I guess I had the notion of using a processor, configure it for two channel (if possible), and hook it into the tape-loop of my pre-amp. I was hoping this would solve the problem. Any help is greatly appreciated.

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Topic - Dolby Digital with two speakers - Scott 13:47:50 10/10/00 (4)

Re: Dolby Digital with two speakers - Richard 06:05:16 10/18/00 (0)

All the sound is in PCM digital, it is .... - John C. - Aussie 14:29:56 10/11/00 (2)

Re: All the sound is in PCM digital, it is .... - Scott 16:28:57 10/11/00 (1)

Yes, at least some can - John C. - Aussie 18:05:32 10/11/00 (0)

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