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Use or sell/replace Oppo UDP-203?

I bought and intended to unbox a UDP-203 in the summer of 2017 and then Hurricane Harvey happened.  We have been treading water since then, but are about to move back into a permanent (larger) residence, where I will be able to again set up a AV area.  But, we never really had a DVD/BR collection, the world has changed, and I don't really see us again using a player for physical video discs.  On the other hand, I have a nice CD collection and foresee upgraded streaming audio in the future.  Initially, listening (and theater) will be via a Cambridge Audio CRX120, but I am open to adding an integrated amp and DAC/streaming device for 2 channel audio.  I should probably add that I am old, getting lazy, and the hearing isn't what it used to be - I can foresee eventually moving on from CDs and just streaming (especially if Spotify would ever get their high-res act together).

So, what to do?  Should I unbox the new Oppo and use it for CDs, or better to sell it for its current inflated value, and use the money for a CD player and/or streaming device?  If the latter, equipment suggestions are appreciated.  TIA. 

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loomisjohnson
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personally, if the oppo is new-in-box i'd sell it (you can get north of two grand for it) and replace it with an inexpensive cd transport and a streaming dac (something like the bluesound node or yamaha musiccast would be around $500, though you can spend more and get better). you'll be ready for the future.

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islandmandan
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I had to replace an ailing Arcam DVD, and wound up buying an Oppo 203. I ordered a new non-switching power supply for it from Korea, and put it in. It's now the best sounding player I've had, and glad to have it.

Regards,

Dan 

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russ69
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I don't think physical media will ever entirely die.  And I'm not convinced the Internet is as perfectly stable as we all seem to assume. 

I still spin discs. I only have to get up once an hour to change a disc. My music is always available and won't disappear due to licensing changes as has happen to some. 

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russ69
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I wanted to add that some of my music will never be available for streaming, too rare. 

soix
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+1 @melm take the inflated $$$ and run. Since you’re obviously considering streaming, which is an excellent idea as you’ll discover worlds of new music not to mention the extreme convenience, this would be a great excuse to set this in motion. Depending on your budget and the level of your system I’d highly suggest a streamer/server like the Bluesound Vault or Innuos Zen Mk3 because in addition to streaming you can load all your CDs directly into it and literally have access to all your music along with streamed music from your chair and never have to deal with a transport again. Anyway, just my $0.02 FWIW, and best of luck.

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