bigboss
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1) My experience is different with even the newer players. I've demoed Oppo 103 & did nit notice any improvement in blu ray playback.
2) Your friend has a Meridian system which can bring out the sound improvement. Besides, the S790 forms only a small proportion of the AV budget. The OP's case is different.
2) Your friend has a Meridian system which can bring out the sound improvement. Besides, the S790 forms only a small proportion of the AV budget. The OP's case is different.