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Universal player with HDCD

Unless I'm missing something, there would appear to be almost no universal players that include HDCD decoding. (Maybe a Denon model, but that would seem to be about it, at least from what I can find.) Is there a good reason for this? If one is going to make the leap to SACD and DVD-A, shouldn't one also be able to enjoy the most from those (admittedly few) HDCDs in one's collection? I'd appreciate your thoughts. Thanks. -- Howard
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rlwainwright
1,904 posts
 
Yep, you're right. HDCD decoding weighed very heavily in my decision to purchase a Denon 2910 and then replace that with a 3910. Try to snag a 3910 for around $500 (or a 2910 for around $300), you'll be SOOOOOOO glad you did...

-RW-
bondmanp
1,821 posts
 
Since HDCD decoding chips can be included a la carte, it is truly up to the manufacturer. The Denons do HDCD decoding, but that's all I am aware of as well. A look at most new players, universal or not, shows that HDCD inclusion is becoming ever more rare. I share your disappointment.
flye
39 posts
 
Oppo DV970HD or Oppo DV981HD are both universal players and decode HDCD. The 981 has better video of the two and does 1080P upconverting. They are both under $250 shipped directly from Oppo. Hope this helps.
hooper
396 posts
 
Oppo DV-970 or 981. Get it modded, and you've got a ridiculously good player for a relative pittance. Hope this helps.
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