5.1

I posted just last summer (link attached) about the hassle of setting up a 5.1 surround system, and that I had chosen to knock together a guerilla “Brian Eno” 3-speaker method instead.

Well, here we are in 2021 and I have now set up a proper 5.1 system after all! It’s a little bit Heath Robinson at the moment as I am using an old amp I acquired, and I don’t have a subwoofer yet. But already the effect is very nice indeed. The end of Tubular Bells Part One is amazing with all the instruments coming in one at at time from all around you.

But the only 5.1 mixes I have at the moment are the Mike Oldfield ones (as all his reissue series came with 5.1 DVDs as standard).

So my question is: which 5.1 albums should I go for to start building a collection? There’s been a lot of chat on here about surround sound, but I can’t see a thread specifically discussing the merits of different albums.

I’m pretty vanilla and seventies-biased in my mainstream taste, so some 5.1 Pink Floyd and Yes is probably a good first step. I should clarify, I am talking » Continue Reading.

With the announcement of Abbey Road Superdeluxe there is much excitement about the issue of this on 5.1 Surround Sound and Dolby Atmos (no idea what the difference is, presumably it’s better done in dobly). I don’t have a surround sound setup and apart from XTC, the HJHs and King Crimson it’s unlikely any music I like will be issued in this format. However, I’m interested to know from people that indulge – (if Superdeluxeedition.com is anything to by there is a huge demand for it – whether it’s Beatles band or Thompson Twins) So how often do you listen to music in 5.1 – describe the scenario – do you invite people over or do you have a space where you just immerse yourself? – can you enjoy the 2d album once you’ve heard it in 5 dimensions?

Recommended 5.1 surround sound albums?

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