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Is OPPO worth the inflated price?

I've had my eye on the now discontinued OPPO UDP-205 for some time (more for playing my CD's than for video)  but am discouraged that units which last sold retail for $1299 are now asking $3500. Is this worth it and if so who are the buyers? Would appreciate the group's input. . 
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milpai
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You can either go for Pioneer  UDP-LX500 or wait for the  UDP-LX800. Paying anything over $1500 for a $1299 player is not worth it. I have the Oppo UDP205 and am plenty happy with it.
jl35
4,187 posts
 
for playing CD not close to worth the current asking price
mzkmxcv
777 posts
 
If going digital out, it performs no differently than any other quality player. It’s DAC however is one of the best on the market.
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nonoise
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You can get the Pioneer LX500 for around $1000 and add in a Clones Audio power supply for another $450 and have one great performing unit.
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lalitk
5,762 posts
 
Not worth the $3500 price tag with a average quality DAC. 
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