In terms of HDMI inputs, it can only Coaxial cable did (and still often does) bring signals from the high-tension wires to the home, and with the advent of digital video came additional connectors. In high-definition's early days, the DVI and Firewire connectors were commonly sent with new, high-bandwidth cable boxes. But in the early 2000s, HDMI emerged over DisplayPort as the most popular format, with a level of consensus that A/V cables haven't enjoyed since the halcyon days of the RCA connector. An A/V Revolution The control and input/output layouts are fairly clean and simple. On the front panel, you have all the buttons and indicators. There are 6 buttons (power, auto switch, 3 output buttons, and a switch button for shifting between inputs). There are also the LED indicators for each input and each output.

In conclusion, the J-Tech Digital 4K 60 Hz HDMI Audio Extractor is a good product. However, it may not work well in a production environment. The number of ports: Features such as the number of ports play a critical role in buying an HDMI audio extractor. A higher number of ports means you can connect more devices to the HDMI audio extractor. However, what it does provide is a very affordable alternative to getting your HDMI audio extraction dreams off the ground. This device is simple, easy to use, and gets the job done. We did not experience any issues while setting up the audio extractor though. However, ensure your HDMI cable meets the HDMI 2.0 specifications. If it does not, we recommend replacing your existing cable with one that supports HDMI 2.0.Similarly, in the case of the Xbox Series X, both the audio and video quality were excellent. You can use a gaming headset or 5.1 speaker setup with Xbox Series X using the J-Tech Digital 4K 60 Hz HDMI Audio Extractor. Mussou is fairly similar to the first J-Tech extractor and to a few more other extractors on this list. It’s inexpensive, tiny, it can output 1080p video, it supports EDID, and it’s super-easy to use. What’s in the box? If you are planning to double your home theater room as a music room, you need the best HDMI audio extractor. You can make the most of a good-quality HDMI audio extractor to segment HDMI input signals into audio output and HDMI output. Also, you can use HDMI audio extractors to broadcast audio from HDMI-only devices to analog-only audio receivers. Optical output on the AHE01 doesn’t support DD+, Dolby True HD, and other higher Dolby and DTS formats (only DD 5.1 and DTS 5.1). Popular for its minimalism and compact design, NEWCARE HDMI 2.0b emerges as the best option if you’re looking for a HDMI extractor. This is because the brand is devoted to manufacturing electronic gadgets, mainly HDMI models. 2.0b offers various features, including the ARC function. It also supports LPCM, DTS digital, and Dolby digital audio formats. Therefore, it becomes easy for you to stream high-quality audio from your gadgets.

Like all the other switches, Kinivo 450BNT is small and compact. It has a light plastic housing. The overall design is likable but the device doesn’t feel very premium. Secondly, if you’re trying to connect an old sound system that does not have HDMI ARC support, then the sound quality will probably be limited to stereo. I suggest using optical because it delivers the second-best audio (HDMI is first) with RCA and 3.5 mm being the lowest. For headphones, the sound quality will probably be okay but you’ll need something better for surround sound. The best HDMI audio extractor should be compatible with most HDMI sources, have high-quality resolution, and a high-frequency bandwidth. It should also support 3D video, making it an essential tool for any home theater or audio system. We also used the OREI Audio converter Extractor to reduce audio-lag issues when using ARC with a Roku 65-inch TV. We fed the HDMI output from the hub into this HDMI audio extractor and used the 3.5 mm output to connect the 5.1 speaker system. The audio lag completely vanished.The product has 3 audio switch settings which include Pass, 5.1CH mode, and 2CH. Furthermore, it possesses a 3.5mm audio output that supports incoming 2CH PCM and LCPM stereo audio. The optical SPDIF output supports incoming 5.1CH Dobly Digital 2CH PCM, DTS-HD, and Dobly True. Avedio HDMI has a high-resolution 3.4k 60Hz and supports 3D/1080i/ 1080p, 720p, and many more. It is also compatible with many HDMI sources including Blu-ray, satellite receiver, DVD player PS3, PS4, and many more. In the case of the 4K Samsung Smart TV, we were looking for a way to connect our Bose QuietComfort 35 II Headphones to the TV without using the RCA plugs. Therefore, we plugged Roku’s HDMI output into the J-Tech HDMI audio extractor’s HDMI input, then connected another cable from the device’s HDMI output to the 4K Samsung Smart TV. Display quality aside, the difference in audio between a 4K60fps signal running on these two protocols over a stereo setup – which includes 2 or 3 speakers - may be barely noticeable, but will begin to get noticeable on anything higher than a 3.1 (4-channel) system, and will certainly make a difference to an audiophile over 5.1(6-channel) and larger surround-sound systems, since the single-channel sampling rate over HDMI 1.4 will drop lower and lower to match the aggregate sampling rate. Another thing to keep in mind is to not use longer-than-necessary HDMI cables as that will degrade the signal quality, and HDMI is particularly susceptible to this issue, and also remember that all the components including the cables need to be of a format that supports the a/v signal quality you intend to stream.

However, it is important to remember that this HDMI audio extractor does not work with Astro headsets. PROZOR PST073 can extract either stereo or 5.1 surround sound. It will output PCM/LPCM, Dolby Digital 5.1, and DTS 5.1 (through TOSLINK output). Inputs also support DTS-HD, Dolby TrueHD, LPCM 7.1, and DSD HD. Avedio Links is, by far, the most versatile switch/extractor at this price point. It has one HDMI ARC output and 6 HDMI inputs. Along with versatility, it also supports 4K resolution (at 30Hz) and, like all the other devices on the list, it has audio extraction capabilities. Avedio Links is a great choice if you want to connect many devices to your TV but don’t have enough HDMI inputs. What’s in the box? PCs and displays. Offering more bandwidth than the first HDMI specifications, DisplayPort is a common feature over an entire generation of high-resolution monitors and performance GPUs. Fortunately, in case any part of your system is limited to a DisplayPort connection, it's easily converted to HDMI with a simple adapter.This product extracts a digital HDMI audio signal out of the HDMI input as well as converting it to a 2 channel analog stereo output. The device supports a video resolution of up to 1080p as well as 2.25 Gbps for every channel bandwidth. J-Tech supports 12 bit each channel deep colors as well as Video EDID pass Through, HDCP Plug and Play. It also has an audio EDID setting including SPDIF stereo output, 2CH for L/R as well as supporting uncompressed audio, for instance, LPCM. This product provides outstanding flexibility through the 3 new audio EDID settings. It also supports Apple TV as well as Blu-ray Player.

J-Tech switch/extractor is, just like many other devices on this list, fairly compact and thin. It has a durable metal enclosure with a slightly odd but simple button and input layout. Inside the box, you will find your PROZOR PST073 HDMI audio extractor, 9-button remote, HDMI cable, AUX to RCA audio cable, USB to micro USB power cable, user manual, and a warranty card. The power adapter is not included. Things we likeLike many previous extractors, Avedio Links can output 2.0, 5.1, or 7.1 audio, depending on the output. AUX headphone output supports only 2.0 stereo, optical output supports 5.1 surround sound (Dolby, DTS, and LPCM), while the HDMI output supports more advanced 7.1 surround sound formats (Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD, DTS HD, etc.). The switch/extractor can output 2.0 stereo sound and 5.1 surround sound. The supported surround sound formats are LPCM, Dolby Digital 5.1, and DTS 5.1. 2-channel audio input will be converted to 2CH analog stereo and sent through RCA and TOSLINK outputs simultaneously. On the front side, you will see the HDMI output, TOSLINK output, L/R RCA outputs, and AUX headphone output.