I wanted to add that some of my music will never be available for streaming, too rare.
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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+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. |
I own an oppo 203, bought years ago when the price was normal. It is used primarily in my modest home theater set up. I’ve often thought about selling it for a crazy inflated price, but I can’t let it go. It just plain works so well, and my hd/4k movies look and sound great!. Never had an issue with it, and it still looks brand new. I guess I sell it if I’m starving. |
My goal was better audio for CD’s and SACDs, video not the goal. People rave about Oppo’s, I was encouraged here, I tried 3, didn’t find any audio superiority, sold them, kept going, found two preferred players, CD only, then found a vintage Sony CD/SACD player xa5400ES that makes me quite happy, enough to be enjoying all my CD’s again, even buying used CD’s as well as LP’s If not hooked to a perceived superior sound, get the money out of it!
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