7.1 channel output vs. Coaxial digital


Any thoughts on connecting my Bluray with discrete 7.1 channel outputs vs connecting via coaxial digital to my Lexicon preamp.
My bias is to keep the signal digital from source to speaker but maybe thats wrong.
jcbower

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Depends on the BD player. I use 7.1 analog from my Oppo BDP-83, for DD/DTS 5.1 as well as TrueHD/DTS HD Master 7.1. The AQ is much superior than the S/PDIF coax connection. I have also noticed that the output signal voltage is higher on the analog 7.1 out than on the coax, since you can adjust the sound trim level coming out of the BDP. You should compare the two and see which one sounds better on your BD player.
Jcbower, sorry for not responding earlier. I have been very pleased with the Oppo. Blu Ray/HD audio performance is exceptional. There were still a few issues with SACD/DVDA which have now been fixed with the latest firmware release. It is now available for direct purchase for $499 - the best bargain in HiFi AV right now.