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2-ch analog, oppo?

I'm interested in 2 channel analog only. Which might be better, oppo 980(new), denon 2900, pioneer dv47, cambridge 540, etc(used)...? I've read all the posts on the oppo, but I'm confused if all the great audio reviews are using as transport with dac. My equipment is klipsch kg 3.5's, aragon 2004 mk II, yamaha rxv-659, and heartland cables. I like a brighter, snappier sound. Oh yeah, my current player is a cheap pioneer dvd($80 from walmart).
tstan7777
magnumpi205
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Kal
The Denon sounds better, feels better and looks better than the Oppo. The Oppo is a wonderful bargain for both audio and video.
The contruction in this particular Denon model is comparable to $5000 to $10,000 machines. This gives considerable flexability to upgrade without sacrificing overall build quaility.
Any upgrades to an Oppo can easily exceed the quality of the machine and value of the player.
Don
PS Saw a lot of Oppo front ends at RMAF!
flemke
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May I suggest that you look into the Nad T585.
Brand new $499. They are sold on this site.

Tim
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kr4
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Magnumpi205 wrote: "The Denon sounds better, feels better and looks better than the Oppo."

I agree with points 2 and 3.

Kal
tstan7777 OP
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Went with the oppo. Like to see what all the buzz is about. Looking at some new cables to go with it.
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