BigDaddy, audio question regarding players

[JimShaw]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

There is no question that the Denon players has a few advantages over the Marantz player. I have summarized the differences in the following table:

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Is it worth $1,000? It is a question that you will have to answer. If SACD/DVD-A, BD-Live, and Bragging Rights are important to you, go ahead and buy it.

I believe the new Oppo BDP-93 at $499 is a better alternative.

BigD

Once again you have helped.

From your chart, looks like audio is equal. All the other stuff is not that important to me except maybe the Ethernet connection.

Oppo?? Interesting? I have been reading the posts regarding the player. You think the Oppo's audio can be better or equal to the Marantz?

Also, does a player really help in audio if the receiver is doing the work?