my limited understanding is that the Ziegfeld currently has a Dolby 7.1 version that is the previous generation’s technology, i.e. one generation back. the current generation, while it is still 7.1, has a new processor. i don’t really know what that means and its ramifications though.
may i ask if anyone else can pitch in with more technical knowledge please? thanks.
Well, actually, i only say it is 4K projection due to the previous comment poster! i do not know how he got confirmation of it being 4K. i took his word for it – he posted just this morning after i asked my question.
Also: at least you saw it was 7.1 Dolby due to a screen logo announcement prior to a movie! Seemingly, not too many people know anything about this classic theater’s sound system. Kind of hard to believe … one would think it is a well-known fact for those who are interested or cared to ask.
Wonder if it’s a really good sound system, why they won’t publicize it?
thank you so much for your efficient, quick reply. very helpful.
it’s odd that if they were to have 4K digital projection, and some type of modern, up to date sound system, that they won’t tout it or list it on their own website’s page for the Ziegfeld! most theaters all scream with multiple acronyms for this sound system, that projection system, Dolby Pro this, Dolby Pro that!
as you know that the projection system is 4K, i’m now wondering what type of sound system they have? is it antiquated and dated? i.e. old Dolby from 20 years ago? Or, one of the modern Dolby systems?
I’m going to go in a week’s time to the Ziegfeld, and was wondering what level of sound system as well as projection system they have? Have they kept up with the times and technology, or, have they merely let the beauty of the place sell itself and am now seriously lagging behind in terms of sound and projection technology?
On the Bow Tie website, it merely says “all digital projection”. Not one word about the sound, nor the type of projection system. Often, theaters tout their sound system with a number of brand name acronyms, and ditto for their projection system.
My fear is that this doesn’t bode well for the quality of their current sound/projection system. Usually, if they don’t want to talk about it, it’s usually something they aren’t proud of.
Look forward to hearing from the good folks who are very knowledgeable here on this forum.
my limited understanding is that the Ziegfeld currently has a Dolby 7.1 version that is the previous generation’s technology, i.e. one generation back. the current generation, while it is still 7.1, has a new processor. i don’t really know what that means and its ramifications though.
may i ask if anyone else can pitch in with more technical knowledge please? thanks.
Well, actually, i only say it is 4K projection due to the previous comment poster! i do not know how he got confirmation of it being 4K. i took his word for it – he posted just this morning after i asked my question.
Also: at least you saw it was 7.1 Dolby due to a screen logo announcement prior to a movie! Seemingly, not too many people know anything about this classic theater’s sound system. Kind of hard to believe … one would think it is a well-known fact for those who are interested or cared to ask.
Wonder if it’s a really good sound system, why they won’t publicize it?
@movieguy:
thank you so much for your efficient, quick reply. very helpful.
it’s odd that if they were to have 4K digital projection, and some type of modern, up to date sound system, that they won’t tout it or list it on their own website’s page for the Ziegfeld! most theaters all scream with multiple acronyms for this sound system, that projection system, Dolby Pro this, Dolby Pro that!
as you know that the projection system is 4K, i’m now wondering what type of sound system they have? is it antiquated and dated? i.e. old Dolby from 20 years ago? Or, one of the modern Dolby systems?
thanks again! hope to hear more!
I’m going to go in a week’s time to the Ziegfeld, and was wondering what level of sound system as well as projection system they have? Have they kept up with the times and technology, or, have they merely let the beauty of the place sell itself and am now seriously lagging behind in terms of sound and projection technology?
On the Bow Tie website, it merely says “all digital projection”. Not one word about the sound, nor the type of projection system. Often, theaters tout their sound system with a number of brand name acronyms, and ditto for their projection system.
My fear is that this doesn’t bode well for the quality of their current sound/projection system. Usually, if they don’t want to talk about it, it’s usually something they aren’t proud of.
Look forward to hearing from the good folks who are very knowledgeable here on this forum.
Thanks.