Hoppergrass
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i was at hi-fi buys today and saw a Pioneer Elite dv45 for $200. it is a floor model but comes with regular warranty. worth buying?
Originally Posted by infinitesymphony /img/forum/go_quote.gif I've heard some Head-Fiers say that the audio performance of the Oppo 97x series isn't so great, while it's obviously one of the best video and video upsampling players on the market. It does decode HDCD, which is always a nice bonus. |
Originally Posted by nelamvr6 /img/forum/go_quote.gif In fact, there is a review by Chris Martens in this months TAS that rates the SQ very highly, especially for it's price point. |
Originally Posted by infinitesymphony /img/forum/go_quote.gif That's an important distinction, though. The Oppo is a $149 MSRP player, and while I can't think of any other universal players worth recommending at that price point, the next price point isn't too far away. |
...what makes this unit so surprisingly good - and not just "for the money" - is sound and video quality characterized by excellent overall transparency and detail, a good measure of treble smoothness, taut, clean (though occasionally too lean) bass, and a character that emphasizes clarity more than it does warmth. |
Optimized Audio Features: High-resolution multi-channel digital audio output through HDMI supporting CD, DVD-Audio, SACD, Dolby Digital and DTS sound tracks. Individual analog 5.1-channel surround and down-mixed stereo outputs 24-bit, 192kHz high resolution audio D/A converters Optical and coaxial digital audio outputs with DTS, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro-Logic II and Linear PCM support 3D Surround (Virtual Surround): Concert, Live, Dance, Techno, Classic, Soft Built-in equalizer, channel trim and channel delay functions |
Optimized Audio Features: Optimized analog audio circuitry for great audio quality Built-in Dolby Digital decoder with individual 5.1ch and down-mixed stereo outputs Optical and coaxial digital audio outputs for Dolby Digital, DTS and Linear PCM Unique "Audio Only" mode with video processing turned off for perfect acoustic fidelity 3D Surround (Virtual Surround): Concert, Live, Dance, Techno, Classic, Soft Built-in equalizer, channel trim and channel delay functions |
Originally Posted by nelamvr6 /img/forum/go_quote.gif I think you'll be happier with this one: Oppo DV-970HD for $149.00 delivered. It's a world beater, all the audio mags are gushing over it. It was TAS' 2006 Budget Product of the Year. |
Originally Posted by TKO /img/forum/go_quote.gif Hi Head-Fiers, and the new model is supposed to have improved audio outputs: |
Originally Posted by VicAjax i compared the 45A with the 970HD side by side for several hours, and came away preferring the 970HD. |
Originally Posted by VicAjax /img/forum/go_quote.gif Oppo still recommends the 970HD over the 981 if your first priority is audio. i compared the 45A with the 970HD side by side for several hours, and came away preferring the 970HD. it's now my source. it's not the be-all-end-all, but until i gather the funds for something in the $1k range, i'm happy. |
Originally Posted by infinitesymphony /img/forum/go_quote.gif What were the sonic differences you heard between the two players? |