Reference disc player...UDP 205 or Marantz?

The combination Marantz Reference PM-11S3 integrated amp and Marantz Reference SA-11S3 sacd/cd player is the biggest bang for your dollar. Tremendous value in what you get in return. If sound , build and great quality matters this is the way to go for your money.

To anyone who thinks that Marantz has a rolled off high end, try some Brimar fuses and you'll never say it again. No need for an expensive mod. 

Hey there jafant,
I must confess, and I hang my head in shame! I haven't gotten anything yet!
Although all the responses were excellent and informative, I think I became partially paralyzed with indecision. 
Plus, I've always been a really slow guy when it comes to discretionary purchases like this. 
So, I'm still looking, but I completely intend to buy something.
One thing, I think I've ruled out the oppo, just because I can't imagine it being as good as a dedicated player, like the Marantz.-even though my good buddy thinks I'm crazy and completely disagrees!

@jafant ,
You have been chasing the Marantz for quite a few months and that too on various forums. I have listened to the Marantz SA-10 at a dealer and it sounded pretty good. I heard no rolled off treble, like some people describe Marantz. But it was a system that I was not familiar with.
Eventually I have settled on the Oppo 205. From AudioAsylum, you know how "Dibeliever" hates this player for being very bright harsh. His ears must be super sensitive, because in my system, the Oppo is anything but bright. In fact I would have taken a bit more bright - just the way it was in the initial days. This is a smooth player. What you should do is get the Oppo and take it to a Marantz dealer and compare side-by-side. If you are in Chicgo area, then you could visit Music Direct and they can help you.