The #1 Hands Down Blu-Ray Player debuts! - Blu-ray Forum

JimPullan · 10-31-2007, 07:13 PM

Bold statement, Yes! So, who's is it? The Panasonic DMP-BD30. This player has every bell and whistle that this Forum has been harping about for months now. I don't see this as a negative, to a stellar experience, but the unit does not have internet connectivity

!

Try to pick this one apart! I represent and sell the Sony ES, Pioneer Elite, Integra, Panasonic, and Samsung. This player outperforms them all. Marry this with a Pre-Amp or Receiver, that decodes all the audio codecs, and some excellent speakers and a sub, and you'll be in Nirvana land

.

Read this: http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/b.../features.html

Jim
Audio Excellence
Ocala, FL
AudioExcellenceOcala.com

Grisle · 10-31-2007, 07:19 PM

Why wouldn't they add internet connectivity? Doesn't that make this unable to go 2.0? I see that as a negative.

glenn22 · 10-31-2007, 07:20 PM

looks like it's one heck of a player... I'll stick with the PS3 for now though.

facke02 · 10-31-2007, 07:23 PM

When will you have some in stock?

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimPullan

Bold statement, Yes! So, who's is it? The Panasonic DMP-BD30. This player has every bell and whistle that this Forum has been harping about for months now. I don't see this as a negative, to a stellar experience, but the unit does not have internet connectivity

!

Try to pick this one apart! I represent and sell the Sony ES, Pioneer Elite, Integra, Panasonic, and Samsung. This player outperforms them all. Marry this with a Pre-Amp or Receiver, that decodes all the audio codecs, and some excellent speakers and a sub, and you'll be in Nirvana land

.

Read this: http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/b.../features.html

Jim
Audio Excellence
Ocala, FL
AudioExcellenceOcala.com

JimPullan · 10-31-2007, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grisle

Why wouldn't they add internet connectivity? Doesn't that make this unable to go 2.0? I see that as a negative.

Whine, whine, whine !!! They wanted to make a statement with this product. Well ahead of all the other manufacturers and its not even November 1st yet. Nice timing! Fear not, that feature will come along, on the near horizon. My Sony rep's jaw dropped comparing the spec's between their BDP-S2000ES and the Panasonic at $ 800.00 less (with more features!).

So, go ahead and sit back waiting and waiting for 'your' feature, while the rest of us enjoy the finest in Blu-Ray 2007 technology. [Jim]

LynxFX · 10-31-2007, 07:32 PM

It's a great standalone player, probably will be considered the best for awhile but I still think the PS3 trumps it.

Go Blu · 10-31-2007, 07:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LynxFX

It's a great standalone player, probably will be considered the best for awhile but I still think the PS3 trumps it.

The PS3 is good right up to 2.0!
and the CELL does make quick work of load times.

I still want a stand alone though. =)

kaliraver · 10-31-2007, 07:35 PM

For the moment it will trump the PS3 until it gets its profile 1.1 firmware update and also DTS-MA & D-THD decoding. Can't wait for the update on the PS3.

Iceman_II · 10-31-2007, 07:36 PM

JimPullan, after CHALLENGING people to "pick it apart" in your first post, the whole "whine whine whine" comment is rather uncalled for.

mcy_999 · 10-31-2007, 07:36 PM

This player will help capping the BD player price. Any competitor units selling higher that $499 will be closely compared and scrutinized.

gearyt · 10-31-2007, 07:38 PM

as soon as it hits the BB near me, my 10AK is gonna break
exchange is such a nice word

Jim L · 10-31-2007, 07:38 PM

I am currently researching this product.

It is amazing for several reasons:

Profile 1.1
It outputs DTS-HD MA and Dolby TrueHD both via bitstream
It has HDMI 1.3
It has the new Panasonic 45 nm chip (thanks for the correction dobyblue)
Reviews have been saying its Picture Quality is better than current players
It has fast loading and start times
It has the SD memory slot to provide for persistent memory requirements. Will also hold bookmarks, etc after power-off
MSRP is $500 !!!
Panasonic makes quality A/V equipment. Some of their DVD players were legendary

Grisle · 10-31-2007, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimPullan

Whine, whine, whine !!! They wanted to make a statement with this product. Well ahead of all the other manufacturers and its not even November 1st yet. Nice timing! Fear not, that feature will come along, on the near horizon. My Sony rep's jaw dropped comparing the spec's between their BDP-S2000ES and the Panasonic at $ 800.00 less (with more features!).

So, go ahead and sit back waiting and waiting for 'your' feature, while the rest of us enjoy the finest in Blu-Ray 2007 technology. [Jim]

I'm not whining or waiting as I have a PS3 and I'm happy. I just don't understand why you wouldn't add internet connectivity since the player is by far the best...why not future proof it as much as possible?

Grisle · 10-31-2007, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Iceman_II

JimPullan, after CHALLENGING people to "pick it apart" in your first post, the whole "whine whine whine" comment is rather uncalled for.

Yeah I agree with Iceman!

Go Blu · 10-31-2007, 07:41 PM

This is a pretty slick looking piece of hardware though
I think everything put out now should have built in WiFi as standard.
The built in WiFi in the iPod Touch works great no reason why they can't fit it in.

k20king · 10-31-2007, 07:42 PM

the #1 player has been out for a while. Its called the PS3.

Go Blu!

JimPullan · 10-31-2007, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Iceman_II

JimPullan, after CHALLENGING people to "pick it apart" in your first post, the whole "whine whine whine" comment is rather uncalled for.

I stated right up front about the lack of internet connectivety in my preface. All the grumbling here on this Forum has been - why does it not have Profile 1.1, why does it not pass dts-HD Master bitstream, etc, etc. Well, this Player is at the pinnicle, now, right through the holidays. [Jim]

k20king · 10-31-2007, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jim L

I am currently researching this product.

It is amazing for several reasons:

Profile 1.1
It outputs DTS-HD MA and Dolby TrueHD both via bitstream
It has HDMI 1.3
It has the new Panasonic 65 nm chip
Reviews have been saying its Picture Quality is better than current players
It has fast loading and start times
It has the SD memory slot to provide for persistent memory requirements. Will also hold bookmarks, etc after power-off
MSRP is $500 !!!
Panasonic makes quality A/V equipment. Some of their DVD players were legendary

no internet connection? kinda dumb!

$500?!?!?!?

What is the reason I should buy this and not a PS3?

Go Blu!

SpikesBluBlooded · 10-31-2007, 07:46 PM

Since I already have a good player, I'll be one of the ones waiting for 2.0 to come around w/internet capabilities. I do agree, though, this is one really sweet machine...

JimPullan · 10-31-2007, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grisle

Yeah I agree with Iceman!

My apology to both of you . . . . . pick away! [Jim]

10-31-2007, 07:38 PM	#12
Jim L Special Member Top contributor Member since:Apr 2006 Location:Myrtle Beach, SC Blu-ray reviews: 12 Trading Score:20	This unit looks like a real winner! I am currently researching this product. It is amazing for several reasons: Profile 1.1 It outputs DTS-HD MA and Dolby TrueHD both via bitstream It has HDMI 1.3 It has the new Panasonic 45 nm chip (thanks for the correction dobyblue) Reviews have been saying its Picture Quality is better than current players It has fast loading and start times It has the SD memory slot to provide for persistent memory requirements. Will also hold bookmarks, etc after power-off MSRP is $500 !!! Panasonic makes quality A/V equipment. Some of their DVD players were legendary Last edited by Jim L; 10-31-2007 at 09:44 PM.

10-31-2007, 07:41 PM	#15
Go Blu Special Member Member since:Feb 2007	This is a pretty slick looking piece of hardware though I think everything put out now should have built in WiFi as standard. The built in WiFi in the iPod Touch works great no reason why they can't fit it in. Last edited by Go Blu; 10-31-2007 at 07:43 PM.

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10-31-2007, 07:13 PM	#1
JimPullan Senior Member Member since:Jun 2006 Location:Ocala, FL	The #1 Hands Down Blu-Ray Player debuts! Bold statement, Yes! So, who's is it? The Panasonic DMP-BD30. This player has every bell and whistle that this Forum has been harping about for months now. I don't see this as a negative, to a stellar experience, but the unit does not have internet connectivity ! Try to pick this one apart! I represent and sell the Sony ES, Pioneer Elite, Integra, Panasonic, and Samsung. This player outperforms them all. Marry this with a Pre-Amp or Receiver, that decodes all the audio codecs, and some excellent speakers and a sub, and you'll be in Nirvana land . Read this: http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/b.../features.html Jim Audio Excellence Ocala, FL AudioExcellenceOcala.com Last edited by JimPullan; 10-31-2007 at 07:17 PM. Reason: add a link

10-31-2007, 07:19 PM	#2
Grisle Power Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Northern California 4K collection:18 Blu-ray collection:18 Trading Score:12	Why wouldn't they add internet connectivity? Doesn't that make this unable to go 2.0? I see that as a negative.

10-31-2007, 07:20 PM	#3
glenn22 Power Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Vancouver, Canada	looks like it's one heck of a player... I'll stick with the PS3 for now though.

10-31-2007, 07:32 PM	#6
LynxFX Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jul 2007	It's a great standalone player, probably will be considered the best for awhile but I still think the PS3 trumps it.

10-31-2007, 07:35 PM	#8
kaliraver Blu-ray Samurai Member since:May 2007 Location:San Francisco Bay Blu-Ray SteelBooks™: (150+) Blu-ray collection:373 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:285	For the moment it will trump the PS3 until it gets its profile 1.1 firmware update and also DTS-MA & D-THD decoding. Can't wait for the update on the PS3.

10-31-2007, 07:36 PM	#9
Iceman_II Expert Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Ft. Worth Home Theater Gallery:2 Blu-ray collection:308 Blu-ray reviews: 4	JimPullan, after CHALLENGING people to "pick it apart" in your first post, the whole "whine whine whine" comment is rather uncalled for.

10-31-2007, 07:36 PM	#10
mcy_999 Active Member Member since:Mar 2007	This player will help capping the BD player price. Any competitor units selling higher that $499 will be closely compared and scrutinized.

10-31-2007, 07:38 PM	#11
gearyt Power Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Henderson, NV Home Theater Gallery:8 Blu-ray collection:33	as soon as it hits the BB near me, my 10AK is gonna break exchange is such a nice word

10-31-2007, 07:42 PM	#16
k20king Senior Member Member since:Feb 2007	the #1 player has been out for a while. Its called the PS3. Go Blu!

10-31-2007, 07:46 PM	#19
SpikesBluBlooded Special Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Orlando, FL Blu-ray collection:719 Trading Score:1	Since I already have a good player, I'll be one of the ones waiting for 2.0 to come around w/internet capabilities. I do agree, though, this is one really sweet machine...

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