wth718 Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 Now, now, gentlemen.......lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toe Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 Nube or Maxmercy, was hoping I could make a request to be measured whenever you guys can squeeze it in. Was curious to see Ninja 1 graphed as subjectively it seemed very similar to Ninja 2, but with maybe slightly more extension. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxmercy Posted January 21, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2014 Ninja added to queue. You would be surprised at the hilarity that will ensue when you type 'ninja' into a movie search......ninja cheerleaders? Seriously? JSS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxmercy Posted January 21, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2014 An old request: Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (DTS): Level - 4 Stars (110.94dB) Extension - 5 Stars (1Hz) Dynamics - 5 Stars (28.77dB) Execution - 4 Stars (by poll) Overall - 4.5 Stars Recommendation - Rent (by poll) Notes - I have not ever seen this film, will check it out this weekend. It looks like it will deliver in the LF region, the DTS track is a tiny bit hotter with more mid-upper bass, and it is what I went with for the measurements. Both tracks use a -4dB DialNorm, which was reversed for these (and all other) d-b measurements. JSS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nube Posted January 21, 2014 Report Share Posted January 21, 2014 Captain Phillips (5.1 DTS-HD MA) Level - 2 Stars (107.3dB composite)Extension - 5 Stars (7Hz)Dynamics - 3 Stars (24.7dB) Execution - 5 Stars (by poll) Overall - 3.75 Stars Recommendation - Buy (by poll) Notes: This isn't your typical bass movie, but it was good enough that the Academy nominated it for both the Sound Editing and Sound Mixing awards this year. This should tell you something about how good this mix is. It has truckloads of low level, extremely low frequency bass that is used to amazing effect, creating unbelievable tension throughout the movie. That's also why the dynamics are so low. This isn't a big, in-your-face action movie or thriller. There are almost no high amplitude effects (read as: no demo scenes at all), yet it has a ton of bass that adds so much to the experience. It proves that great movie mixes don't have to do things in the formulaic way many have come to expect from their action flicks - loud explosions, clipped content, or predictable effects and sweeps. I think it also shows the value of the lowest octaves in storytelling - they are essential for creating that immersive feeling that the best movies have, and it's certainly in evidence here. Oh yeah, the movie is also pretty good all-around. Though not a typical bass movie, and probably not a movie I'll ever re-watch, this one delivers in nearly every aspect of entertainment. That is, unless all you want is kaboom boom; in that case, look elsewhere. PvA: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wth718 Posted January 21, 2014 Report Share Posted January 21, 2014 An old request: Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (DTS): Level - 4 Stars (110.94dB) Extension - 5 Stars (1Hz) Dynamics - 5 Stars (28.77dB) Execution - TBD Overall - TBD Recommendation - TBD Notes - I have not ever seen this film, will check it out this weekend. It looks like it will deliver in the LF region, the DTS track is a tiny bit hotter with more mid-upper bass, and it is what I went with for the measurements. Both tracks use a -4dB DialNorm, which was reversed for these (and all other) d-b measurements. JSS Wow. Will have to revisit this. Movie blows, but if it's got that much LFE goodness, then it's worth another spin. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toe Posted January 21, 2014 Report Share Posted January 21, 2014 Ninja added to queue. You would be surprised at the hilarity that will ensue when you type 'ninja' into a movie search......ninja cheerleaders? Seriously? JSS Ninja Cheerleaders? Not only that, they also have Cheerleader Ninjas! Us guys are screwed if this catches on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxmercy Posted January 22, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 22, 2014 Bolt Level - 4 Stars (110.27dB) Extension - 2 Stars (21Hz) Dynamics - 5 Stars (29.72dB) Execution - 4 Stars (by poll) Overall - 3.75 Stars Recommendation - Buy (by poll) JSS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MemX Posted January 22, 2014 Report Share Posted January 22, 2014 Thanks for the graph my suggestion of Bolt I'm surprised it didn't dig a bit deeper TBH but then perhaps it's just playing to the strengths of my SVS. Roll on completing my AIY setup!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmoney Posted January 22, 2014 Report Share Posted January 22, 2014 It is one of the few movies graphed that if was surprised it didn't dig deeper. Usually I'm a pretty good judge of that. For example when bolt is leaping over the helicopter at the beginning things rattle in my house with a hint of sound coming out and the couch shakes. Usually an indicator of low Hz. BOLT tricked me!! Haha Thanks for all the graphs. This is my favorite thread ok doubt and has opened me up to some great films!! (Serenity, golden compass etc) Still curious about Kung fu skadoosh scene (did I miss it?) How about the incredibles? And to the poster a few posts back. I have indeed noticed tons of kids movies have incredible bass and sound. Make watching them over and over with my son that much easier haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDeluxe Posted January 22, 2014 Report Share Posted January 22, 2014 I'd like to see someone put up The Fifth Element. The "count to ten" balcony explosion toward the end of the movie sounded like it went pretty low even on my measly system lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nube Posted January 22, 2014 Report Share Posted January 22, 2014 Lots of new polls and updated measurements with final execution scores and recommendations. Please vote in the new polls! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunga99 Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 Max/Nube, Thanks for hard work you guys have been doing to keep this list updated and for sharing the info! It’s an fantastic idea/effort, awesome thread and it’s greatly appreciated! There are few movies I’d like to see the PvA for as well their ratings whenever you have the time: The Conjuring Evil Deal (2013) Conan the Barbarian (2011) Blue Crush Thx again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmoney Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 Captain Phillips was awesome!! I will easily vote 5 stars execution! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toe Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 Captain Phillips was awesome!! I will easily vote 5 stars execution! Agreed! Fantastic execution on this one! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MemX Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 Thanks for all the hard work, Nube! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nube Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Thanks, but all credit goes to maxmercy. What I do is easy compared to his incredible job of getting this all figured out, and making sure the testing methodology was nailed down. I just measure what ends up in my mailbox! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKtheater Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Hey guys, I am trying to run spec lab again but this time I am using my HDMI computer with a bluray player. So I want the computer and bluray drive be the source and then connect my mic and HDMI to my AVR for my rom spec lab graph and then compare it to digital but I am having a hard time getting the digital to work. Am I choosing the correct sound card or not sure what I am missing. I can take this to PM or the other thread if you guys wish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicke Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 nube. Any chance you could get the golden oldie "The Hauning" with dts soundtrack a test,only availible on dvd so far,those doorslams at ref volume scares me : ) a Gary Rydstrom thing around 30Hz but holy smoke : ) Nicle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aijan Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Surprised to see that Baraka (1992) hasn't been measured yet. This one has just become my demo disc. Contains jaw-dropping visuals originally shot on 70mm film accompanied with intense deep bass of often real-life origin. Made me jump on my seat a few times in the first 30 minutes. Then came the scene where they were cutting down a huge tree. This time I had enough time to prepare myself for the sound of the tree falling down, but the resulting shockwave still managed to surprise me, and this was only at -7db reference! The soundtrack is recorded so hot, anything over -5db is too intense for me. There is some clipping at high frequencies (namely the pan flute heard in the beginning). I don't know if LFE is clipped too, but I'm positive that there is no filtering (my system is flat down to 10hz). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxmercy Posted January 26, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2014 Dr Seuss' The Lorax: Level - 2 Stars (106.88dB composite) Extension - 3 Stars (15Hz) Dynamics - 5 Stars (28.5dB) Execution - 4 Stars (by poll) Overall - 3.5 Stars Recommendation - Rent (by poll) JSS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmoney Posted January 26, 2014 Report Share Posted January 26, 2014 The Golden Compass: Level - 4 Stars (110.65dB) Extension - 5 Stars (1Hz) Dynamics - 5 Stars (31.18dB) Execution - 5 Stars (by poll) Overall - 4.75 Stars Recommendation - Buy (by poll) This film has a terrific soundtrack, too bad they couldn't make any sequels....Look at the sweep (attached) JSS Bass was AWESOME in this! As was overall sound Why can't they make anymore?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxmercy Posted January 26, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2014 Huge pushback from the Catholic League, and many other factors, lots of the same flak Harry Potter got, but worse. In the books, The Magisterium is more fully fleshed out to represent organized religion, which was dialed down a lot for the film, but it was still boycotted, etc. There are possible plans to complete the series with new actors, but nothing firm. JSS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxmercy Posted January 26, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2014 Baraka, Evil Dead, Blue Crush, The Conjuring, Conan added to queue. JSS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nube Posted January 26, 2014 Report Share Posted January 26, 2014 Machete Kills (5.1 DTS-HD MA) Level - 3 Stars (108.79dB composite)Extension - 5 Stars (1Hz)Dynamics - 4 Stars (27.35dB) Execution - 3 Stars (by poll) Overall - 3.75 Stars Recommendation - Rent (by poll) Notes: PvA: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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