One thing interesting about the "Dolby vs DTS" argument is this:

According to the Glossary on DTS-HD it supports "Unlimited Channels". Where "Dolby TrueHD" "only" supports up to 14 channels.

But, according to the Glossary (again):

"While Dolby TrueHD can technically output up to 14 channels, it is limited to 8 by both HD DVD and Blu-ray Disc technology." - here.

Personally I think thats crazy to limit HD DVD and Blu-Ray to only 8 channels. Sure, thats a decent amount, but I have seen a few affordable, good quality 10.1 surround systems in the past year or two. Seems to me like they would have gone and made HD DVD and Blu-Ray support at least 10 channels if Dolby TrueHD supports upto 14 (with DTS-HD supporting "Unlimited").

Peace

EDIT: On the article, it seems this is the "Real Deal" sure its expensive but it supports everything that both formats have to offer from what I can tell :-)

Originally posted by Pop_Smith:

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I have seen a few affordable, good quality 10.1 surround systems in the past year or two. Seems to me like they would have gone and made HD DVD and Blu-Ray support at least 10 channels if Dolby TrueHD supports upto 14 (with DTS-HD supporting "Unlimited").

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You're kidding right? 10 speakers plus a subwoofer seems to be overkill for a home theater system. That would mean putting a speaker every few feet or so in an average sized room. Now who would have the need or the inclination to do that? In addition the films that are released on HD DVD or BluRay are usually mastered in 5.1 surround so who really needs 10.1? There are a few 7.1 releases out there but they're in the minority.