Sorry if I sounded like I was correcting anyone just trying to help. Yes HD DVD's have better sound qualities than regular dvd's.

Conundrum:
"Is this something that only is on HD-DVD's as I have yet to buy any? I have the HD player, but only have a regular TV, with Component inputs."

Are you planning on buying a HD TV? If so start with The Transformers on HD. Great sound and picture. Like I said before check out www.avsforum.com I have learned alot from them.