Personally, I think Outlaw Audio 976 requires a fairly adequate knowledge of AV components, when it comes to setting everything up, especially … Hi Grayson, thanks for the feedback. Model 976. Well I’m w/those that like Outlaw’s “entry level pre-pro.” The 975 replaced a non-HDMI Rotel that sold for $1600 new about 5 years earlier. To start off my music listening, I queued up one of my favorite albums by Lewis Nash, which I described as follows in my NAD C368 review: I spent quite a lot of time listening to TIDAL HiFi and TIDAL Masters with my laptop as a source. Sorry for being so thick about this, so if I'm understanding you correctly I should not use the actual PEQ subwoofer settings (leave the gains at 0) I should run REW analysis for full range and the PEQ setting for LFE will be steered to the sub. Their newly announced. They aren't designed with all the "bells & whistles" of the mainstream stuff so I am curious if they do a better job with the DACs. If you are in the market for a highly capable surround processor with excellent sound, the Outlaw Audio Model 976 is highly recommended. Other than proprietary processing that isn’t all that relevant today, it doesn’t add a lot of value to the processor. Outlaw also sent me its Model 975 processor for testing so that I could use a preamp of similar build quality and price to what a consumer interested in the Model 5000 would use. Andrew Robinson takes the unit in for review … Careful response shaping allowed for better subwoofer integration with the different speaker channels such that the match between channels was much improved. I must be honest, while I like the new packaging techniques, I don’t like having to find all the accessories in the hidden compartments. Priced at $929, the Outlaw Audio Model 976 represents an excellent value. I purchased the Outlaw 976, hopefully those who are thinking about buying this will decide to read the reviews here. Further, a shelf filter was added to ensure a similar response shape across all the speakers. If you've invested in a great set of speakers and subwoofer for your home theater and you want to take your … Note the clear evidence that the Outlaw is operating in 96kHz whereas the Onkyo is operating in 44kHz with a slow roll-off filter. I am VERY tempted to audition the 976 processor and put all five channels into service, but my Onkyo RZ-800 is fully functional so it's hard to justify the cost when everything is working well and sounding so damn good. Reactions: Santy. Audio, Audio, Audio! You want to run full range sweeps through the mains but you don’t want to have the mains set as full range unless you intend to use it that way (in which case all of this is a non-issue). Outlaw Audio Model 975 Surround Processor: $549 In a category where most manufacturers add bells and whistles, Outlaw has gone in the opposite direction with a streamlined, simple-to-use processor that’s tailor-made for budget-minded enthusiasts. Smartphone apps, web interfaces, or computer programs would all be appreciated options in my opinion. As title says, I'd like to see you guys measure these products. Here in lies the problem: you are EQ-ing the source, not the speaker, and that isn’t intuitive since the EQ’s purpose is to correct the speaker and room. The solid-state RR2160 is built to supply up to 110W into 8 ohms and 165W into 4 ohms. Next, take the mono 3.5mm cable (which is supplied with all Outlaw Audio multichannel amps), and plug it into your Model 976's DC Trigger Output. Now, bright sometimes comes off as transparent, so I wasn’t sure of what I was hearing. I like this Outlaw even more, lovin’ it’s XLR outputs, newer decoding firmware, and even better SQ! The perception of more extended highs and greater transparency wasn’t immediately obvious in listening tests, more of an impression left with me after I listened for a while, switching back and forth. I knew this product was safe because it was double boxed in heavy cardboard with large molded foam inserts, the same way the best gear has been packaged for decades. B-Stock: Model 976 Pre-amp/Processor. They acted as if they had never heard of ASR before. However, I need to explain what that means in practice and what the Outlaws have said is technically true (I personally find it a little misleading). The problem is the signal flow path that TI has chosen and what this does to the final product. I’ve since upgraded to the 976. While there will be some who decry the lack of object-based audio (OBA) on this latest box from the garage-based boffins, the company has always contended that it was concentrating on audio quality. With a subwoofer it really is a guarantee of quality to another level, and Peter took advantage of a cost savings where the sub was built using standardized THX approved components. This quirk would certainly not keep me from recommending this product (or owning it myself). I just logged back into the support page and it says that I never got a response because "Your query did not match any records". That said, Outlaw 976 has its owner's thread, and reasonable review. The Onkyo in bypass mode looks identical to the Outlaw audio. Outlaw Audio, who made quite a stir with their internet-only sales pre-amp, the Model 975, have upped the stakes again with a brand new addition to the line, the Model 976. Each channel is said to have 10 channels of PEQ. They allow you to shelve down the treble a few dB’s and shelve up the bass a few dB’s creating a pleasant house curve. In order to allow an A/B comparison, I connected the processor through my receiver, using the amplifiers in the receiver to power my system. And the price? While the other HDMI inputs and output have a top data rate of 10.2 Gbps. One should take that idea with a grain of salt and not blindly assume that's the case. Let me ask Peter. B-Stocks can be ordered Here Focusing on sound and video quality, ease of use, and expanded connectivity, the Model 976 has what the Outlaw customer expects: a true, no compromise, … You can’t get much plainer than Outlaw’s new Model 975 preamp/processor. *Rotel’s remote would not remember user defined Settings very well and the slightly better replacement was well up in the triple digits. WHY OUTLAW AUDIO.. On the video side of things, the Outlaw Model 976 offers support for a data rate of 18 Gbps on the four HDMI 2.0b inputs and the HDMI 2.0b output. But all others are available at 110v & 230V. The bass response of the two looks identical because my measurement interface was the limiting factor in this case. As for sound, it’s always hard for me to describe my experience with something like a surround processor. For this reason, they included two coaxial and two optical digital audio inputs, two each … Priced at $929, the Outlaw Audio Model 976 represents an excellent value. The Outlaw Audio Model 976 processor is an exciting and feature-packed home theater processor from a company known for no-nonsense high-value offerings. Mar 19, 2013 #20 Outlaw … Even if it turns out that this is not representative of the receivers best response, it is representative of the receivers response as I have been using it. Outlaw 976 vs Marantz AV7705 Preamp. (Outlaw … For this reason, they included two coaxial and two optical digital audio inputs, two each composite and S-video inputs (one each output), five pairs of RCA analogue audio inputs (with one pair for a Rec Out), and two component video inputs with one output. Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High-Resolution Audio and DTS decoding, balanced and conventional outputs in a 7.2 configuration fed by high quality DACs, 7.1 analog inputs, 4 HDMI 4K/HDR Inputs, 2 HDMI Outputs (1 HDMI 2.0b/ HDCP 2.2 output), 192 kHz 24-bit DAC's for all channels. I read through the owner's manual and four things caught my eye (everything else is pretty much what you'd expect.) It is always a good idea to avoid using any audio or video equipment on the same AC circuit as equipment with motors, such as air conditioners or Traditionally, manufacturers communicate with, and sell to retailers. Home Theater AVR and Processor Review. As was the case with the Model 975, … Today at 1:53 AM #1. Next Last. Let’s start by discussing one of the major selling points of this processor, its EQ features. Outlaw Homepage » Forums » Preamplifiers Processors Receivers » Model 976 » New Model 976 Review on AV Nirvana Register Forum List Calendar Active Topics … May 31, 2020 #1 I am planning to buy a new surround processor preamp this week, most likely in the next 48 hours. Good review it was very thorough. Well, this review pokes holes in the theory that all modern audio electronics should sound the same. I tell you this story to explain that I went into this review expecting the surround processor to sound no different than my current Onkyo receiver, but to offer more flexibility. The 976 is a 7.1 channel surround processor offering high-quality sound, flexible implementation offerings, and a modest price. The differences between the new processor and my old setup were subtle enough that it wasn’t always obvious what I was hearing. Joined Jan 18, 2021 Messages 6 Likes 0. I thought when fed through 7.1 RCA, no conversion hapens on 976. Some of the things I liked weren’t even related to its sound. Outlaw Audio specifies the low-end responses to be 15 Hz when the Ultra-X13 is set with one port open and the EQ switch is set to ‘EQ1’, and 20 Hz when both ports are open with EQ switch is set to ‘EQ2’. Actually the cuts you want to the LF’s should be applied to the L and R channels. Mar 9, 2020 #1. Consequently, you need to apply that cut to the main left and right channel. Even when I press surround mode and select ‘direct’ ( the only other choice on this … Thanks! Best amp deal of the year? If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specifi c model, or about the line voltage in your area, contact Outlaw Audio before plugging the unit into a wall outlet. While it doesn’t offer immersive surround formats such as Atmos, for those not interested in adding this feature, you get a processor that does everything else extremely well. Hide sidebar Show sidebar Thread starter Data10; Start date May 31, 2020; 1; 2; Next. So I was done demo'ing that. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I’ve tried expensive cables and I didn’t find the difference to be notable or clearly better. Ah... Matt. In other words, the Outlaw was both more extended in the high frequencies and of lower distortion. - says someone who has previously contributed edits to one of them.) On the other hand, I tend to use average quality signal cables, inexpensive bulk speaker cable, and I don’t buy into a lot of the more unusual ideas around how to get better sound. If you are in the market for a highly capable surround processor with HDMI 2.1 performance, this model should be on your shortlist. We now measure and review equipment for free! Click here for details. I thought your measurements Onkyo vs Outlaw assumed the Onkyo was in direct mode? Add to cart. $479.00. Looks like another great Outlaw Audio product. Earlier, I referenced a certain quirk inherent in the TI DA808 chipset. I am considering the 976, but also considering a Marantz avr (something in the sr series). … Instead, this weekend, I picked up a B&K Reference 30 preamplifier that I'm utilizing for 2-channel duty until the Emotiva and IOTAVX SA3 arrives. $899.00. In the end, I’ve found some parts make a difference to a point, while others do not (for example, in crossovers the better poly film capacitors tend to sound better in crossover series components than do electrolytic, but Teflon film and oil don’t necessarily sound better than a more basic film and foil type). Outlaw Audio's Model 976 is a quality piece of gear with impressive build characteristics, high-quality internal electronics, capable firmware with flexible parametric EQ, and amazing sound. Some of this comes from experience. All were always enjoyable. I have Oppo UDP 203 connected to Outlaw 976 prepro via 7.1 analog as 976 HDMI can’t seem to process DSD (SACD feed format) - audio muted which is what Oppo mentioned in its manual. Priced at $929, the Outlaw Audio Model 976 represents an excellent value. While the bass management didn’t suit me, I could easily bypass it and perform external bass management that met my needs. In fact, the processor has ten channels of processing that’s applied to each channel prior to bass management, each with eight bands of traditional parametric EQ (amplitude, Q, and center frequency), and two shelf filters, one high and one low. Here’s a sampling of the music I listened to with some brief reactions: The Outlaw Audio Model 976 has been on my shortlist of processors I’d like to own and it didn’t disappoint. With its unadorned black chassis and fascia and plain white lettering, the 975’s un-cosmetics speak of a component conceived to do a job, completely and effectively, and to otherwise stay the hell out of … That is, I recognize the differences in sound quality between good and bad gear, I recognize why some gear costs more, and I will spend more money to get better sound. Make sure that if there is a separate switch,or input, to turn the trigger on, that it is activated as well. $899.00. I don't have a separate amp as of now. Onkyo vs Outlaw response difference. Very thorough review, Matt. Great sound on the cheap without peer at $599. If you are in the market for a highly capable surround processor with HDMI 2.1 performance, this model should be on your shortlist. The rolloff in the only is very gradual but otherwise looks indicative of a 44.1khz device. I often think of myself as being a very pragmatic audiophile. The Model 976 includes HDMI inputs and outputs that support the most current 4K and HDR formats (HDMI 2.0b with HDCP 2.2 compliance), fully balanced and unbalanced inputs and outputs for a full 7.1 system (Some call this a 7.2 processor, but the subwoofer channels are not individually addressable, so I say it is a .1 not .2 product), and decoding for all current surround formats with the exception of Atmos, DTS-X, and the like. Apparently, just a small scratch on the glass and it's missing one of the optical input covers. For example, I preferred its PEQ on each channel and general setup flexibility. Audyssey can be plus point of Marantz AV processor.Outlaw has good reviews though. As was the case with … Outlaw Audio's website refers to the RR2160 ($799) as a "Retro Receiver," as "The Last Great Stereo Receiver," and as "the proud successor to the RR2150." The Outlaw had the same residual distortion as the measurement interface, suggesting I was just measuring the distortion and noise of the device itself. This is problematic because if you are trying to remove the effects of room modes in the low frequencies, intuitively you would select the subwoofer or LFE channel to apply EQ. Kim Cooper The Outlaw Audio RR 2160 stereo receiver flat out sounds better than any receiver or amplifier I've heard for its $799 asking price. The Onkyo also had an order of magnitude higher distortion, such that I could easily read it above the distortion of the measurement interface. I've never been totally convinced of this, but admit I've been leaning in that direction lately. Completely flat response and distortion vanishingly low, .003% or less THD. Any idea when that manual from Ben will be out? Glad to see you took the trouble to A/B the two and make sure. I shared this finding with a fellow reviewer who was highly skeptical and suggested I quantify my impressions with measurements. https://www.avnirvana.com/threads/outlaw-audio-model-976-7-2-surround-processor-review.3778/, Heads up: OSD 5chx120W amp (Outlaw 5000x equiv) back in stock $650-10% off shipped (US). You are not logged in. I don’t think that exists for processors. I have a 975 if someone still wanted to see it tested.

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