Is there any point to ripping DVD's using 5.1 sound?

[PaulQ]

I have ripped (copied) some movies for my Tab. I have the option of using stereo sound or "5.1" sound. Is there any point in using 5.1 on the Tab? Does it make a difference?

Thanks!

 

[Kevin Gossett]

It makes a noticeable difference. Give it a try

 

[PaulQ]

It makes a noticeable difference. Give it a try

LOL That's what I was kinda asking. I guess I'll have to do it for a few DVD's and see if I notice. I was just wondering if "5.1" is something the hardware even supports. Doesn't it mean 5 speakers and 1 subwoofer?

 

[soccerfon711]

How is it that you are ripping your DVDs? I have a few that I would like to put onto my tab, but I do not have the software for it. (I also had a digital copy from iTunes but the DRM has prevented me from putting it anywhere near my tablet. Ugh)

 

[PaulQ]

I searched and tried and searched and tried and ultimately settled on Aiseesoft Blu-Ray Ripper. It cost $30 but it's been well worth it. It will rip both Blu-Ray and standard DVDs. It takes about 90 minutes to do a 2 hour movie.

I transfer the movies using my USB adapter.

Fantastic for airline trips.

(this is just my way - there are people doing it with free tools like Handbrake but I couldn't get the settings right. I must have ripped a movie a dozen times before I got it right. Aiseesoft just does the whole thing no fuss)

 

[Kevin Gossett]

The 5.1 option only exists in the stock player, and it is a virtual 5.1, so naturally you won't be getting the same type of boost and channel separation you would get from a true 5.1 surround sound system. It however is a pretty good boost in audio quality

 

[Lostboy1457]

I searched and tried and searched and tried and ultimately settled on Aiseesoft Blu-Ray Ripper. It cost $30 but it's been well worth it. It will rip both Blu-Ray and standard DVDs. It takes about 90 minutes to do a 2 hour movie.

Should use DVDFab. Takes about 20 minutes to rip a 2-hour movie. I ripped four (DVD) movies in less than 90 minutes. I tried Aiseesoft and a few other as well but DVDFab was the quickest and had the best picture and no sound issues at all. You get 30 days free to try...you can't go wrong.

 

[PaulQ]

Should use DVDFab. Takes about 20 minutes to rip a 2-hour movie. I ripped four (DVD) movies in less than 90 minutes. I tried Aiseesoft and a few other as well but DVDFab was the quickest and had the best picture and no sound issues at all. You get 30 days free to try...you can't go wrong.

I tried DVDFab but the one thing that bugged me is that it is subscription software. You can't buy it, you have to purchase an annual license. I'm not sure if that was the only reason... I tried so many ways. It did work though and the 30 day trial is nice.

OH -- Aiseesoft lets you rip both BluRay and standard DVDs with one program. I forgot if DVDFab does that too or you have to buy two programs. ?

In any case... they both work.

 

[Lostboy1457]

you're right...with DVDFab you need to purchase 2 separate programs - one for DVD and one for blueray. However, the results are amazing and are the best that I've seen. Also, the expiration date is only for updates. You can still use the product you purchased forever.

 

[soccerfon711]

can this tool remove the DRM protection?

That's my problem too. DRM movies from iTunes. Needless to say, I won't be purchasing anymore from them.