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Universal DVD player for HT, SACD and DVD-A

Wondering what players are musical enough to do well by SACD and DVD-A discs, but also provide great picture quality. I have a separate 2-channel system for redbook CDs so the player doesn't have to excel at that! I have no DVD-A or SACD discs, but would like to discover this media, so need to replace my cheapo Sony player.

The HDTV I have right now (a Toshiba 46H83 rear projection unit) does not have a HDMI connection, just one DVI and some component video connections. In order to somewhat future proof the DVD player (I know, there is no such thing) I would like it to have both a DVI and HDMI connection. I also need an optical connection for audio to my receiver.

Any such beast out there? My budget is about $500, but I could swing a bit more if the player is considered worth it.

Holly
oakiris
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kr4
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If your DVI has HDCP, then it is fairly equivalent to HDMI, so far as video is concerned. So, a player with just HDMI will probably do.

Kal
sdcampbell
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The Denon DVD-2910 and the Denon DVD-3910 have both gotten excellent reviews by a number of magazines, as well as independent review groups. I bought the 3910 last spring after a LOT of looking at universal players, and I have been VERY pleased with both its audio and video performance. I paid $1050 (about 30% off MSRP). The 2910 retails for about $700, but can sometimes be purchased for around $500. If you would like the name and contact info for the source where I bought my 3910, please drop me a personal note and I'll be glad to assist.
oakiris OP
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The Denon DVD-3910 looks very nice indeed, Sdcampbell. It appears to have all the features and connections I need, and then some. It costs twice as much as I wanted to spend, but....

Kal - you say that I can use the HDMI connection and cable even though my TV has no such connection. By this do you mean that I should just get a HDMI to DVI adapter? I would still need to get some sort of switch box, too, since my TV only has one DVI input. Any suggestions for this?

Holly
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