>>Unless a band specifically sets out to record an album at 5.1 - it's all make believe on the part of the mixer.>Unless a band specifically sets out to record an album at 5.1 - it's all make believe on the part of the mixer.>Unless a band specifically sets out to record an album at 5.1 - it's all make believe on the part of the mixer.Unless a band specifically sets out to record an album at 5.1 - it's all make believe on the part of the mixer.Unless a band specifically sets out to record an album at 5.1 - it's all make believe on the part of the mixer.<<

This is very true, sometimes the artist gets involved, sometimes the mixer doesn't do that good of a job. There is very little material out there, aside from classical releases, that was intended for 5.1 at the time of recording. (so far)

The early Elton John releases in 5.1 are superb !

I'm not sure I agree so much on the live stuff, I find that, though realistic, I don't really care for having the audience monopolizing my rear speakers. It bugs me when I'm watching football too. :-)