price of Oppo players threw the roof

Good for you chili!
But you are first I have heard of so far.
Can't remember exactly when I added my name to list but was shortly after present stock was sold out I think.
I have not had anything from oppo at all yet.

After reading of this new and final shipment, I emailed OPPO an hour ago about any chance of some 203 players as well and was told that there's only going to be 205 units coming. Oh well.

@nonoise 

Though the 205 is twice the cost, what would you buy that is comparable to a 203/205 in video? You may want to consider the 205.

@pokey77 ,
I've been considering it but swapping out the power board in my 103 gave me much better sound and a bit of improvement in the picture.  Definitely worth it, IMHO. 

For just $900 more than the cost of the OPPO, I may get a new integrated (though I don't need it) that, from what I've gleaned, may set a new standard in the price/performance area.

Everything is tempting when you've saved up and it burns a hole in your pocket. 😄

All the best,
Nonoise

Well just had my email offer of a 205 from OPPO as well, so will be taking them up on it.