Anthem Debuts Statement D2 Processor
The Anthem D2 Surround Sound Processor has four (4) HDMI inputs. It uses the Gennum GF9350 VXP image processor to convert any SD or HD signal to any other, up to 1080p. This is great news for those wanting a single HD connection from their processor to the TV, especially those with an HDTV accepting 1080p. (I know of only one of those right now, the HP MD6580n. But I think there are more.)
Instead of external image processing, the Anthem D2 uses internal image processing that offers convenient switching from source to source; the ability to have as many sources as the preamplifier can handle; separate tweaking for each source; and DVD-A playback through HDMI. Also, Anthem notes that easily incorporated software upgrades are “coming soon” for current Anthem AVM 20s, AVM 30s or Anthem Statement D1 owners. Anthem also notes that plans are underway for the D2 features to be made available as a factory upgrade (cost to be determined) for existing Anthem AVM 20s, AVM 30s and Anthem Statement D1 owners.
I have to put in a plug for this Canadian company that keeps providing great value for a great price. If my budget allowed separates, Anthem would be the first place I’d look.
Marketnews.ca - Anthem Debuts Statement D2 Surround Sound Preamp/Processor
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March 9th, 2006 at 12:55 am
Well, not really….The Anthem D2 was just another piece of conversation promised to all of us by the factory in September of 2005. As of March 9, 2006 the plans for the D2 have not and will not materialize for maybe another year or two…The service department has assured me that they are having problems with the software and that there are no plans or date(s) available for availability.
Good job Anthem!..
March 9th, 2006 at 8:34 am
That’s disappointing to hear about a company that makes such great products.
April 6th, 2006 at 3:23 pm
Thats odd that you say that, since it is now shipping!!!
April 6th, 2006 at 3:27 pm
True enough! I was reading about that on the AVS Forums. It looks like a mighty fine processor, and the only thing it’s lacking is room EQ, though I think it does have a notch filter (if you’re into that sort of thing).