BDP-S1 - Still Rockin it? - Blu-ray Forum

benk777 · 11-19-2007, 03:42 PM

Of all you Sony BDP-S1 owners or former owners, is there any reason to scrap it for a newer BD player? How does it rank with some of the newer/cheaper models? Is it still the cream of the crop? I have had nothing but success with mine to date, thanks to the firmware updates. Will Sony continue to support our players with firmware updates as the years go by? I would rather put my money into a new 1080p television than a new BD player, but I value the opinions of those on this forum, so please give me some insight. Thanks.

Ben

benk777 · 11-19-2007, 06:30 PM

In your opinion, how does it compare to the PS3? When strictly talking blu-ray playback and upconverting dvds, which has the upper hand? Thanks.

Ben

BTBuck1 · 11-19-2007, 06:58 PM

I don't have a BDPS-1 but i've played around with them alot (and own it's baby brother the BDP-s300)

Upscaling & PQ, and the Benefit of IR remote and Multichannel output give benefits to the BDP-S1

Everything else: PS3.

The ps3 loads faster, is a far better value, can do more and is so powerful it can do just about anything through software.

jsteinhauer · 11-19-2007, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by badchannels

I have one....it still rocks. The recent firmware upgrades have helped with loading time. The audio rocks, then again my system rocks anyway. The PQ is superb and the upconversion is fantastic.

No problems since I bought it and no complaints. The ONLY disc that has taken awhile to load was FF4: Rise of the Silver Surfer. After the upgrade it really helped with it. The disc loads pretty quick now.

One of the best firmware updates was the one that added the onscreen "loading" indicator. I think the visual perception that something is actually happening eases the pain of the one-two minute wait.

SpikesBluBlooded · 11-19-2007, 11:34 PM

I don't have any complaints. I loaded the latest firmware update (3.10) before watching Cars, and the load-time was really decent, and all the interactive features and extras played without a problem.

I say as long as they're offering support for it, no need to purchase a newer model, unless you're in the market for a second player. If it works, plays the movies, and Sony continues to support it with firmware updates, why spend the money? Heck, just buy more titles, it will be a far better move in ending this silly war, and you'll have more to show for your money.

11-19-2007, 03:42 PM	#1
benk777 Member Member since:Jan 2007	BDP-S1 - Still Rockin it? Of all you Sony BDP-S1 owners or former owners, is there any reason to scrap it for a newer BD player? How does it rank with some of the newer/cheaper models? Is it still the cream of the crop? I have had nothing but success with mine to date, thanks to the firmware updates. Will Sony continue to support our players with firmware updates as the years go by? I would rather put my money into a new 1080p television than a new BD player, but I value the opinions of those on this forum, so please give me some insight. Thanks. Ben

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11-19-2007, 06:30 PM	#2
benk777 Member Member since:Jan 2007	In your opinion, how does it compare to the PS3? When strictly talking blu-ray playback and upconverting dvds, which has the upper hand? Thanks. Ben

11-19-2007, 06:58 PM	#3
BTBuck1 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2006 Location:Oceanside, CA. Blu-ray collection:507 DVD collection:1	I don't have a BDPS-1 but i've played around with them alot (and own it's baby brother the BDP-s300) Upscaling & PQ, and the Benefit of IR remote and Multichannel output give benefits to the BDP-S1 Everything else: PS3. The ps3 loads faster, is a far better value, can do more and is so powerful it can do just about anything through software.

11-19-2007, 11:34 PM	#5
SpikesBluBlooded Special Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Orlando, FL Blu-ray collection:719 Trading Score:1	I don't have any complaints. I loaded the latest firmware update (3.10) before watching Cars, and the load-time was really decent, and all the interactive features and extras played without a problem. I say as long as they're offering support for it, no need to purchase a newer model, unless you're in the market for a second player. If it works, plays the movies, and Sony continues to support it with firmware updates, why spend the money? Heck, just buy more titles, it will be a far better move in ending this silly war, and you'll have more to show for your money.

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