If I have a marantz av per/pro am I wasteing money getting an oppo 105. Or should o just get a dumb dvd/blueray without the decoders and save the dough.
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If I have a marantz av per/pro am I wasteing money getting an oppo 105. Or should o just get a dumb dvd/blueray without the decoders and save the dough.
Hi dew,
If you just want a disc spinner and plan to use HDMI out for audio/video, then the OPPO may not be necessary. The Marantz will handle the audio decoding just fine. The OPPO 105 is very feature-rich and flexible, plus it includes an exceptional analog output stage. For example, if you'd plan to use the analog stereo or 7.1 outputs from the disc player, the OPPO may sound better than your Marantz. I know the previous model, the BDP-95, was heralded as one of the best sounding universal players available. The 105 adds even more features including using it as a DAC for digital sources.
That said, the OPPO won't have the same level of room correction and bass management as your Marantz. It really comes down to want to do. In all honesty, if you just need a disc spinner and are happy controling everything from the Marantz, save your cash and pass on the OPPO 103/105. There are plenty of excellent universal players out there for less than $300.
If you're interested in more details on the OPPOs, I recommend you read all the product literature and reviews. It's quite informative. :)
Thanks DR. So what do you think would pair up with the av7701 and outlaw amp. Going to make a jump on some goodies now that my wife is out of school.
There are many players out there that can suit your requirements. Specifically, I would recommend looking at Sony and Panasonic. However, I strongly recommend that you do some research with your favorite search engine and try to determine what you want. No snap decisions. :)
While most players offer nearly identical core features, there are lots of little details that can influence your decision. Everything from disc load times to how well the remote buttons are arranged. I Googled "blu-ray player reviews" and found several results, plus some other links that may help determine what features you might like to have.
http://www.digitaltrends.com/home-th...-buying-guide/
http://www.trustedreviews.com/blu-ra...s?date_range=1
http://www.hometheater.com/category/...player-reviews
http://reviews.cnet.com/best-blu-ray-players/
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2397234,00.asp
These are just a small fraction of the results. If you have a brand you prefer, go to their website and check out the Blu-ray players. This research will allow you to make an informed decision, rather than buying something based on my own personal preferences. You'll be happier in the end. :)