New Blu Ray Player Required.

[camac]

I`m thinking about finaly retiring my Denon 2500bt .
The loading times are starting to get to me.

I currently have a Sony 55HX853, Sony STR-DA5400 av receiver and Miller & Kreisel LCR750 fronts with Miller & Kreisel 55 Tripole rears & Monitor Audio Sub.

Now i want to replace the Denon, but what with ?
It will need to have dual hdmi outs for 3D capability.
I am looking at no more £650.
But am I wasting my money spending that amount considering the rest of my system ?

Any Pointers welcome.

 

[Deleted member 2457]

I`m thinking about finaly retiring my Denon 2500bt . The loading times are starting to get to me. I currently have a Sony 55HX853, Sony STR-DA5400 av receiver and Miller & Kreisel LCR750 fronts with Miller & Kreisel 55 Tripole rears . Monitor Audio Sub. Now i want to replace the Denon, but what with ? It will need to have dual hdmi outs. I am looking at no more £650. But am I wasting my money spending that amount considering the rest of my system ? Any Pointers welcome.

Oppo 103 or 103d would be my first choices.

 

[camac]

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[camac]

Thanks Gel.

I was looking at Denon DBT3313 or Marantz UD 7007 would they be overkill ?

 

[John Duncan]

See if you can still find a 751BD. I think there are still a few going round in Richers for £400 (they were £800 originally I think). As good as it gets at everything, and has the twin HDMIs you need.

 

[bigboss]

Considering the rest of your system, you could even go for a Panasonic BDT500. Just get your Sony to decode audio. Apart from build quality, I'll be surprised if you notice any other difference.

Otherwise, you can't go wrong with Denon 3313UD, Oppo 103, Marantz UD7007 or CA 751 / 752BD.

 

[Deleted member 2457]

Thanks Gel.

I was looking at Denon DBT3313 or Marantz UD 7007 would they be overkill ?

Not an overkill just a waste of money, no need to spend more than the Oppo, you are not going to gain anything.

 

[camac]

Thanks Gel.

I was looking at Denon DBT3313 or Marantz UD 7007 would they be overkill ?

Not an overkill just a waste of money, no need to spend more than the Oppo, you are not going to gain anything.

Reasons I should go with the Oppo ?

 

[Deleted member 2457]

Thanks Gel.

I was looking at Denon DBT3313 or Marantz UD 7007 would they be overkill ?

Not an overkill just a waste of money, no need to spend more than the Oppo, you are not going to gain anything.

Reasons I should go with the Oppo ?

1. You are not going to get better.

2. This is what the image looks like:

www.whathifi.com/forum/tvs-and-projectors/pictures-and-videos-of-a-panasonic-50vt65

3. It ticks all the boxes for what you want.

4. Operation is very good.

5. Reliable and very good quality.

6. Cheaper than most high end Blu-ray players.

7. Buy from Frank Harvey and ask for a forum discount.

 

[emperor's new clothes]

IMHO, it depends on intended usage. Buy a Universal Disc player if you intend to play CDs, SADC, BluRay music or stream Netflix/Youtube. The UD7007 fills all of these roles with aplomb and worth every penny of circa £600 cost. OPPOs also excellent but to my ears somewhat brighter analogue output for music if that is an issue.

 

[camac]

See if you can still find a 751BD. I think there are still a few going round in Richers for £400 (they were £800 originally I think). As good as it gets at everything, and has the twin HDMIs you need.

The only 751bd`s left are miles away geographically.

So that`s off my list.

Looks like it`s going to be the UD7007.

I love the build quality of my Denon and the Marantz has a very similar build quality as well as outstanding ability if all the reviews and "ellisdj" are correct.

Thanks for all the input from everyone.

 

[Deleted member 2457]

See if you can still find a 751BD. I think there are still a few going round in Richers for £400 (they were £800 originally I think). As good as it gets at everything, and has the twin HDMIs you need.

The only 751bd`s left are miles away geographically.

So that`s off my list.

Looks like it`s going to be the UD7007.

I love the build quality of my Denon and the Marantz has a very similar build quality as well as outstanding ability if all the reviews and "ellisdj" are correct.

Thanks for all the input from everyone.

Richer Sounds do post the 751bd, I had one delivered. I also had the Marantz 7007 delivered, I didn't think much to it!

 

[camac]

See if you can still find a 751BD. I think there are still a few going round in Richers for £400 (they were £800 originally I think). As good as it gets at everything, and has the twin HDMIs you need.

The only 751bd`s left are miles away geographically.

So that`s off my list.

Looks like it`s going to be the UD7007.

I love the build quality of my Denon and the Marantz has a very similar build quality as well as outstanding ability if all the reviews and "ellisdj" are correct.

Thanks for all the input from everyone.

Richer Sounds do post the 751bd, I had one delivered. I also had the Marantz 7007 delivered, I didn't think much to it!

Gel, On Richer Sounds website it says "At these low prices we can`t tranfer stock or mail out". Thats one reason it`s off my list.

 

[camac]

Thanks Gel.

I was looking at Denon DBT3313 or Marantz UD 7007 would they be overkill ?

Not an overkill just a waste of money, no need to spend more than the Oppo, you are not going to gain anything.

Reasons I should go with the Oppo ?

1. You are not going to get better.

2. This is what the image looks like:

www.whathifi.com/forum/tvs-and-projectors/pictures-and-videos-of-a-panasonic-50vt65

3. It ticks all the boxes for what you want.

4. Operation is very good.

5. Reliable and very good quality.

6. Cheaper than most high end Blu-ray players.

7. Buy from Frank Harvey and ask for a forum discount.

Your making me think about the Oppo a bit more now Gel !!!!!!

 

[Deleted member 2457]

See if you can still find a 751BD. I think there are still a few going round in Richers for £400 (they were £800 originally I think). As good as it gets at everything, and has the twin HDMIs you need.

The only 751bd`s left are miles away geographically.

So that`s off my list.

Looks like it`s going to be the UD7007.

I love the build quality of my Denon and the Marantz has a very similar build quality as well as outstanding ability if all the reviews and "ellisdj" are correct.

Thanks for all the input from everyone.

Richer Sounds do post the 751bd, I had one delivered. I also had the Marantz 7007 delivered, I didn't think much to it!

Gel, On Richer Sounds website it says "At these low prices we can`t tranfer stock or mail out". Thats one reason it`s off my list.

Hi

They do it, you just have to ring one of the branches and ask for it to be delivered.

 

[Deleted member 2457]

Thanks Gel.

I was looking at Denon DBT3313 or Marantz UD 7007 would they be overkill ?

Not an overkill just a waste of money, no need to spend more than the Oppo, you are not going to gain anything.

Reasons I should go with the Oppo ?

1. You are not going to get better.

2. This is what the image looks like:

www.whathifi.com/forum/tvs-and-projectors/pictures-and-videos-of-a-panasonic-50vt65

3. It ticks all the boxes for what you want.

4. Operation is very good.

5. Reliable and very good quality.

6. Cheaper than most high end Blu-ray players.

7. Buy from Frank Harvey and ask for a forum discount.

Your making me think about the Oppo a bit more now Gel !!!!!!

I would. If you are set on the Marantz though order it from Superfi, if you don't think it is up to snuff send it back, that's what I did.

 

[bigboss]

Thanks Gel.

I was looking at Denon DBT3313 or Marantz UD 7007 would they be overkill ?

Not an overkill just a waste of money, no need to spend more than the Oppo, you are not going to gain anything.

Reasons I should go with the Oppo ?

1. You are not going to get better.

2. This is what the image looks like:

www.whathifi.com/forum/tvs-and-projectors/pictures-and-videos-of-a-panasonic-50vt65

3. It ticks all the boxes for what you want.

4. Operation is very good.

5. Reliable and very good quality.

6. Cheaper than most high end Blu-ray players.

7. Buy from Frank Harvey and ask for a forum discount.

Your making me think about the Oppo a bit more now Gel !!!!!!

I would. If you are set on the Marantz though order it from Superfi, if you don't think it is up to snuff send it back, that's what I did.

All online stores should offer 7-day returns, as per Distance Selling Regulations.

 

[Deleted member 2457]

Thanks Gel.

I was looking at Denon DBT3313 or Marantz UD 7007 would they be overkill ?

Not an overkill just a waste of money, no need to spend more than the Oppo, you are not going to gain anything.

Reasons I should go with the Oppo ?

1. You are not going to get better.

2. This is what the image looks like:

www.whathifi.com/forum/tvs-and-projectors/pictures-and-videos-of-a-panasonic-50vt65

3. It ticks all the boxes for what you want.

4. Operation is very good.

5. Reliable and very good quality.

6. Cheaper than most high end Blu-ray players.

7. Buy from Frank Harvey and ask for a forum discount.

Your making me think about the Oppo a bit more now Gel !!!!!!

I would. If you are set on the Marantz though order it from Superfi, if you don't think it is up to snuff send it back, that's what I did.

All online stores should offer 7-day returns, as per Distance Selling Regulations.

Yep, that is true, Frank Harvey do too, so you can buy the Oppo from there knowing you are safe too. Just speak to David if you call about a forum discount.

 

[camac]

Thanks Gel.

I was looking at Denon DBT3313 or Marantz UD 7007 would they be overkill ?

Not an overkill just a waste of money, no need to spend more than the Oppo, you are not going to gain anything.

Reasons I should go with the Oppo ?

1. You are not going to get better.

2. This is what the image looks like:

www.whathifi.com/forum/tvs-and-projectors/pictures-and-videos-of-a-panasonic-50vt65

3. It ticks all the boxes for what you want.

4. Operation is very good.

5. Reliable and very good quality.

6. Cheaper than most high end Blu-ray players.

7. Buy from Frank Harvey and ask for a forum discount.

Your making me think about the Oppo a bit more now Gel !!!!!!

I would. If you are set on the Marantz though order it from Superfi, if you don't think it is up to snuff send it back, that's what I did.

All online stores should offer 7-day returns, as per Distance Selling Regulations.

What I`ll do is try the Marantz , as that would be my first choice. Then if it doesn`t live up to expectations I`ll send it back and try the Oppo.

Thanks gel & bigboss

 

[Deleted member 2457]

Thanks Gel.

I was looking at Denon DBT3313 or Marantz UD 7007 would they be overkill ?

Not an overkill just a waste of money, no need to spend more than the Oppo, you are not going to gain anything.

Reasons I should go with the Oppo ?

1. You are not going to get better.

2. This is what the image looks like:

www.whathifi.com/forum/tvs-and-projectors/pictures-and-videos-of-a-panasonic-50vt65

3. It ticks all the boxes for what you want.

4. Operation is very good.

5. Reliable and very good quality.

6. Cheaper than most high end Blu-ray players.

7. Buy from Frank Harvey and ask for a forum discount.

Your making me think about the Oppo a bit more now Gel !!!!!!

I would. If you are set on the Marantz though order it from Superfi, if you don't think it is up to snuff send it back, that's what I did.

All online stores should offer 7-day returns, as per Distance Selling Regulations.

What I`ll do is try the Marantz , as that would be my first choice. Then if it doesn`t live up to expectations I`ll send it back and try the Oppo. Thanks gel & bigboss

Good decision, that is what I did.

 

[camac]

Mrs C has let me know that the UD7007 has arrived :clap:

Will look forward to setting it up over the weekend

 

[Deleted member 2457]

Mrs C has let me know that the UD7007 has arrived :clap: Will look forward to setting it up over the weekend

Blimey, that was quick! Where did you order that from?

 

[camac]

Mrs C has let me know that the UD7007 has arrived :clap: Will look forward to setting it up over the weekend

Blimey, that was quick! Where did you order that from?

Amazon.

It was £629, It`s not that now.

 

[camac]

Not keen on these "Manuals on a Disc" only a paper quick start guide.

What was wrong with a good old fashioned instruction manual ?

Could be I`m showing my age.