ivanhurd Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 My birthday is coming up and I'm looking at what to get. My first choice is a second sub, but if the dealer won't give the same deal as before, my second choice is a bluray player so I can finally enjoy my Dark Side of the Moon SACD...The main reason I'm looking at the denon is because I've heard the denonlink is beneficial for one reason or another since I have the 4311. Any reason why I should go for the oppo instead? They both have the same MSRP. I suppose if I was to go for the oppo, I would end up just waiting for the 103 to come out...waddayathink? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang guy Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 If you do get the SACD player, make sure to grab Dire Straights, and play Money for Nothing for guests. IMO, the best track of any sound source to show off a HT system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivanhurd Posted September 26, 2012 Author Share Posted September 26, 2012 I think I have that album in my amazon cart... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Oppo seems to be the brand to beat. I would go with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Boy that is a tough choice between the two BDP since both play SACD's. I brought my Pioneer BDP to see how the PQLS, similar to the Denon Link, works. It is a slight improvement to the musical quality that is noticeable if the BDP is connected to the avr by HDMI. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 I came from a PS3, now I supremely happy with my 93... buy it and do not look back. up-scaling is superb, and music is also extremely nice... not analog nice, but very very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivanhurd Posted September 27, 2012 Author Share Posted September 27, 2012 Any idea when the 103 is supposed to come out? That one has some excellent features that may come in handy in the future. From the oppo website: The BDP-103 represents a marked evolution in OPPO's design and engineering. New to this model are exciting features such as 4k video up-scaling, 2D to 3D conversion, dual HDMI inputs and MHL compatibility. A new dual-core System-on-Chip processor delivers quick startup and fast disc loading speed. With improved network streaming applications and an enriched media playback interface, the BDP-103 is a versatile player that delivers quality picture and premium sound. Might be worth the wait. Or just wait for an equivalent Denon. I've just read a lot of good about the denonlink and it might be worth it to get it for that reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 4k upscaling is definitely desirable... but I just bought a brand new 1080p monitor so any 4k upscaling wont be needed by me for YEARS to come. another thing is a used 93 will save you some capital. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TasDom Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Any idea when the 103 is supposed to come out? From OPPO's website: We expect to begin taking pre-orders for the BDP-103 and ship product in October. Register to be notified of the BDP-103's availability: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 I just received the order email this morning. And they said it should Be readily available on mid october for Those who don't jump on the early train. I'm gonna hold off a bit and wait and see how many problems it has. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivanhurd Posted September 27, 2012 Author Share Posted September 27, 2012 Hrmm...my bday is in October...tough choice there. I'm still opting for a second sub first methinks. I should also probably upgrade my TV before I upgrade my bluray player...and I guess I should have clicked around a little more to see that release date. I bet that 105 is going to be a beast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Hrmm...my bday is in October I guess you have to decide on how big a box you want to open! And, have a happy B-day next month.[<)] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivanhurd Posted September 30, 2012 Author Share Posted September 30, 2012 Thank ya =^) Apparently my wife bought me something already...not sure what she ended up getting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivanhurd Posted October 20, 2012 Author Share Posted October 20, 2012 Wifee let me open my bday present a couple days early and she got me the Denon, and I am excited to use it. I'm already listening to Dark Side of the Moon in 5.1 and it's pretty freakin awesome. I can't wait to start expanding my SACD/DVD-Audio collection! My woman is the bomb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Happy Birthday and what a nice wife! Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivanhurd Posted November 3, 2012 Author Share Posted November 3, 2012 Had problems with the denon, it wouldn't connect to netflix. I called their techs and they couldn't help me so I sent it back and ordered the oppo 103. It turns out that denonlink isn't actually included in the 1713, so the only reason I wanted it ended up not being an option after I did more reading about it. I'm thinking the oppo will be a better deal with more future proofing. It should be in on Tuesday, looking forward to it =^) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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