Why 7.1 Surround Sound is Overkill For Most Homes

RX8 writes "Home Theater expert Mark Fleischmann explains why you should not fall for the 7.1 hype and why 5.1 surround sound is adequate for most homes. From the article: 'With the marketing of 6.1 and 7.1 surround, the industry has decisively outwitted itself. It has convinced many consumers to buy new receivers and more speakers. But it has also undermined the 5.1-channel standard, which is more appropriate for the home, slowing the acceptance of surround sound in general.'"

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Re:The Real Sound

[anagama]

they start with 1 blade, go to 2 blades, then 3 blades ....

You know, the best shaver IMHO is the old style that opens up when you twist the base and takes a double sided razor. Now, the Gillette blades suck, but the Rite Aide Platinum blades are much better, despite their generic character. Whenever I use one these double or tripple bladed contraptions -- I feel like my face has been ripped. But my trusty old single blade does a great and comfortable job. Plus, 15 blades cost about $5.