Having just returned from CES & THE SHOW, I had a chance to hear, touch and feel a number of different players. The Oppo is so far ahead of the competition you would probably have to spend over $2500- to enter the Oppo neighborhood. First and formost, it sounds fantastic on all types of media. It was one of the most impressive pieces of equipment that I came across all week. Hearing is believing and the Oppo sounds great.