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talbers23 · 10-17-2007, 11:21 PM

your thoughts.................

rjg · 10-17-2007, 11:21 PM

ps3!!! and getting better and better

gvortex7 · 10-17-2007, 11:24 PM

The Pioneer BDP-94HD and its soon to be successor the BDP-95FD (not out yet).

talbers23 · 10-17-2007, 11:26 PM

please give reason to why you think these are best. Im going to be buying a few players soon and I just want to make sure im doing it right.

rjg · 10-17-2007, 11:28 PM

https://www.blu-ray.com/players/

rjg · 10-17-2007, 11:29 PM

check this out, it compares like 5 players
http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6463_7-6509000.html

quetzalcoatl · 10-17-2007, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gvortex7

The Pioneer BDP-94HD and its soon to be successor the BDP-95FD (not out yet).

It is out just not in numbers. The pioneer store in Costa Mesa already got the first shipment of them. And there are reports that they are hitting in the midwest. Which I must say blows my mind. Since Pioneer has there US offices on the west coast all there stuff comes it the west coast ports. But what can you do. Living in and around LA usually has its advantages but not this time.

gvortex7 · 10-17-2007, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by quetzalcoatl

It is out just not in numbers. The pioneer store in Costa Mesa already got the first shipment of them. And there are reports that they are hitting in the midwest. Which I must say blows my mind. Since Pioneer has there US offices on the west coast all there stuff comes it the west coast ports. But what can you do. Living in and around LA usually has its advantages but not this time.

Well, I know that Best Buy's official in-stock date for it was 10-08-07, but none of the actual stores in my region (South Fla) has any in stock, yet.

MATTYBLU2 · 10-17-2007, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by quetzalcoatl

It is out just not in numbers. The pioneer store in Costa Mesa already got the first shipment of them. And there are reports that they are hitting in the midwest. Which I must say blows my mind. Since Pioneer has there US offices on the west coast all there stuff comes it the west coast ports. But what can you do. Living in and around LA usually has its advantages but not this time.

is this retailing at $999 i think i heard?

richard lichtenfelt · 10-17-2007, 11:38 PM

If you really want the best and are willing to pay for it; Loewe or Denon, when available.

quetzalcoatl · 10-18-2007, 04:21 AM

Yes it is $999.99 they donot want to hit that 1K mark. And I can agree that about the price no option then the Denon would be the way to go but it is not out yet. And there is no street date at all.

davidPS3 · 10-18-2007, 04:30 AM

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Originally Posted by talbers23

your thoughts.................

PS3, now with the new version coming at $399, you can't beat that. Also, the load time is nothing compared to some players I hear.

mystiksuicide · 10-18-2007, 04:49 AM

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Originally Posted by gvortex7

The Pioneer BDP-94HD and its soon to be successor the BDP-95FD (not out yet).

I totally agree! We have the Pioneer 94 and just love everything about it.

Micker · 10-18-2007, 05:25 AM

PS3 by far!! Its the fastest, most reliable and upgradable BR player out there. On top of that you get a web browser with wifi, sony store to download games/1080p trailers etc..and an awesome game machine. It also plays SACDs and has the best upconverting of sd-dvd I have seen.

lokus · 10-18-2007, 09:50 AM

I agree with the PS3. I bought one simply for watching Blu-ray movies. I have to say that I never experienced a playback problem or slow load times. It is definitely worth it if you want to avoid any problems with upgrading to profile 1.1 and 2.0.

bootman · 10-18-2007, 12:02 PM

If you want to build a nice home theater system (no gaming) then the PS3 might not be the ideal choice if you can't deal with the heat and noise of the unit.
Personally, I want to hear the movie not the equipment.
Users are raving about the new Elite unit.
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=921164
Good load times (avg about 30 secs or less. POTC loaded in under 40 sec!) high build quality (typical of Elite units) and very high pic quality.
(better than all current players and SD quality as good if not better than the high end Toshiba units)
Looks like a winner if you want a serious HT piece to enjoy HD movies now.

If you can wait a bit, I'm sure the Denon model yet to be released will not disappoint as well. (but at 2x the price it better not!)

MacDaddyOJack · 10-18-2007, 12:18 PM

That new Pioneer Elite that is coming out is supposed to be the shizzle. I think it does DTS-MA bitstream too. That is a huge plus for me so if money is not an issue then definitely get that. I also have a standalone and love it!

Digitalspice · 10-18-2007, 12:55 PM

I've been reading user reports from the UK on the new PS3 40GB.

The new unit has a reduced number of air vents on the unit and supposedly runs quieter.

Go Blu · 10-18-2007, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Digitalspice

I've been reading user reports from the UK on the new PS3 40GB.

The new unit has a reduced number of air vents on the unit and supposedly runs quieter.

Interesting news!

Ohh and Welcome!

ryoohki · 10-18-2007, 03:04 PM

PS3.. unless you want to wait 2-3 min at each BD-J title available.. and trust me.. the more complex those will get the longer it will take to load..

If Fan noise is bothering you, just put the PS3 in another room... the PS3 use bluthooth so it can be put anywhere within a range of 30 feet...

10-17-2007, 11:21 PM	#1
talbers23 Active Member Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Aug 2007 Home Theater Gallery:24 iTunes collection:45	Best reviewed Blu-ray player, price is not an object? your thoughts.................

10-18-2007, 05:25 AM	#14
Micker Active Member Member since:Mar 2007	ps3 PS3 by far!! Its the fastest, most reliable and upgradable BR player out there. On top of that you get a web browser with wifi, sony store to download games/1080p trailers etc..and an awesome game machine. It also plays SACDs and has the best upconverting of sd-dvd I have seen.

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10-17-2007, 11:21 PM	#2
rjg Active Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:San Diego Blu-ray collection:215 Blu-ray reviews:4	ps3!!! and getting better and better

10-17-2007, 11:24 PM	#3
gvortex7 Blu-ray Champion Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Fort Lauderdale, FL Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:105	The Pioneer BDP-94HD and its soon to be successor the BDP-95FD (not out yet).

10-17-2007, 11:26 PM	#4
talbers23 Active Member Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Aug 2007 Home Theater Gallery:24 iTunes collection:45	please give reason to why you think these are best. Im going to be buying a few players soon and I just want to make sure im doing it right.

10-17-2007, 11:28 PM	#5
rjg Active Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:San Diego Blu-ray collection:215 Blu-ray reviews:4	https://www.blu-ray.com/players/

10-17-2007, 11:29 PM	#6
rjg Active Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:San Diego Blu-ray collection:215 Blu-ray reviews:4	check this out, it compares like 5 players http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6463_7-6509000.html

10-17-2007, 11:38 PM	#10
richard lichtenfelt Power Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:I'm not drunk, I'm just tired cause I been up all night drinking. Blu-ray reviews:3	If you really want the best and are willing to pay for it; Loewe or Denon, when available.

10-18-2007, 04:21 AM	#11
quetzalcoatl Special Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Grants Pass, OR	Yes it is $999.99 they donot want to hit that 1K mark. And I can agree that about the price no option then the Denon would be the way to go but it is not out yet. And there is no street date at all.

10-18-2007, 09:50 AM	#15
lokus Senior Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Marlton, NJ Blu-ray collection:72	I agree with the PS3. I bought one simply for watching Blu-ray movies. I have to say that I never experienced a playback problem or slow load times. It is definitely worth it if you want to avoid any problems with upgrading to profile 1.1 and 2.0.

10-18-2007, 12:02 PM	#16
bootman Special Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:The Burghs	If you want to build a nice home theater system (no gaming) then the PS3 might not be the ideal choice if you can't deal with the heat and noise of the unit. Personally, I want to hear the movie not the equipment. Users are raving about the new Elite unit. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=921164 Good load times (avg about 30 secs or less. POTC loaded in under 40 sec!) high build quality (typical of Elite units) and very high pic quality. (better than all current players and SD quality as good if not better than the high end Toshiba units) Looks like a winner if you want a serious HT piece to enjoy HD movies now. If you can wait a bit, I'm sure the Denon model yet to be released will not disappoint as well. (but at 2x the price it better not!)

10-18-2007, 12:18 PM	#17
MacDaddyOJack Blu-ray Guru Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Richmond, VA PSNetwork: MacDaddyOJack Trophy Level: 12(4%) Home Theater Gallery:12 Blu-ray collection:71 Blu-ray reviews:23 Trading Score:4	That new Pioneer Elite that is coming out is supposed to be the shizzle. I think it does DTS-MA bitstream too. That is a huge plus for me so if money is not an issue then definitely get that. I also have a standalone and love it!

10-18-2007, 12:55 PM	#18
Digitalspice Junior Member Member since:Sep 2007	I've been reading user reports from the UK on the new PS3 40GB. The new unit has a reduced number of air vents on the unit and supposedly runs quieter.

10-18-2007, 03:04 PM	#20
ryoohki Blu-ray Samurai Member since:May 2007 Home Theater Gallery:6 Blu-ray collection:6 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:5	PS3.. unless you want to wait 2-3 min at each BD-J title available.. and trust me.. the more complex those will get the longer it will take to load.. If Fan noise is bothering you, just put the PS3 in another room... the PS3 use bluthooth so it can be put anywhere within a range of 30 feet...

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