Also includes THX-certification with the Optimode test signal segment. David suffers not a single broken bone or even a scratch. This type of thing has happened to him before and he's not sure what to make of it. Images are sharp and detailed, with good contrast and shadow delineation. There are some scenes that appear slightly soft, but never distractingly so.
Color fidelity is well balanced, with accurate fleshtones, rich hues, and deep blacks.
There is some unnecessary edge enhancement noticed at times, but many scenes are without its distraction. Fine details shimmer at times, and some pixelization is detected, but the picture is typically solid and smooth. The soundtrack production is superlative. The third surround channel effectively serves to dramatically expand and widen the surround soundstage, while providing for very compelling envelopment. Additionally, stereo surround separation is excellent and contributes substantially to the overall perception of an open, immersive soundfield.