I wasn't entirely sure which section to post this in, as it really spans both HiFi and Home Cinema, but here goes:
I have tentatively identified the Marantz PM6003 amp as a good basis for an audio system, based on the many excellent reviews it has received. However, I'm also looking for a suitable BD player to go with it, which would avoid the need for a separate CD player, as I wish to keep the system to just two boxes. The Marantz UD7006 would be an obvious choice, as it would match physically, and has received a rave review by WHF. It is pretty pricey however, so I wonder whether the cheaper UD5005 would be any good ?
Anyone have any experience of using a BD player in an audio-centric system ? (It must play BDs/DVDs well, but good audio performance is essential).
Speakers will be transmission line floorstanders from IPL Acoustics (nearest commercial equivalent would be PMC GB1i), and the TV is a Sony KDL-40EX503.
I have tentatively identified the Marantz PM6003 amp as a good basis for an audio system, based on the many excellent reviews it has received. However, I'm also looking for a suitable BD player to go with it, which would avoid the need for a separate CD player, as I wish to keep the system to just two boxes. The Marantz UD7006 would be an obvious choice, as it would match physically, and has received a rave review by WHF. It is pretty pricey however, so I wonder whether the cheaper UD5005 would be any good ?
Anyone have any experience of using a BD player in an audio-centric system ? (It must play BDs/DVDs well, but good audio performance is essential).
Speakers will be transmission line floorstanders from IPL Acoustics (nearest commercial equivalent would be PMC GB1i), and the TV is a Sony KDL-40EX503.