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Oppo Announces a Pair of High-End Universal Blu-ray Players
Thu Sep 20, 2012 at 10:00 AM ETTags: Oppo, Oppo BDP-103, Oppo BDP-105, Blu-ray Players (all tags)
The BD-103 and BD-105's newly added HDMI ports mean you can route other devices through your player to take advantage of the scaling and processing.
It's been a while since we've seen anything out of Oppo, but the company has finally announced updates to the BDP-93 and BDP-95 Blu-ray players that they're so well known for. The new models add some updates for new tech and new content, as well as offering up some unexpected bonuses.
On the visual side of things, you'll get Marvell Qdeo processing to help video look its best. In addition to 1080 upscaling like you'd expect, both the BD-103 and BD-105 take video up to 4K. They'll also convert 2D to 3D and provide you with the plenty of options to tweak video to your liking.
A particularly cool addition to these players is a pair of HDMI inputs, one of which is located on the front and the other of which is located on the back. You can attach a set-top box, game console or whatever else you like and the player will apply the same processing and upscaling. And you're in luck if you want to watch content from a tablet or smartphone – the front HDMI input doubles as an MHL input.
As you might imagine, both of Oppo's new players can handle decoding of the latest HD formats. Both the BDP-103 and 105 give you configurable 7.1 channel analog outs, but the BDP-105 steps thing up with a pair of ESS Sabre32 Reference DACs, a Toroidal linear power supply, dedicated RCA and XLR stereo outputs and even a headphone amplifier that connects directly through the DAC.
The BDP-103 is expected to launch sometime in October at a price of $499. The BDP-105 is expected by the end of the year at a price of $1,199.
Source: Oppo
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Oppo Announces a Pair of High-End Universal Blu-ray Players
Thu Sep 20, 2012 at 10:00 AM ETTags: Oppo, Oppo BDP-103, Oppo BDP-105, Blu-ray Players (all tags)
The BD-103 and BD-105's newly added HDMI ports mean you can route other devices through your player to take advantage of the scaling and processing.
It's been a while since we've seen anything out of Oppo, but the company has finally announced updates to the BDP-93 and BDP-95 Blu-ray players that they're so well known for. The new models add some updates for new tech and new content, as well as offering up some unexpected bonuses.
On the visual side of things, you'll get Marvell Qdeo processing to help video look its best. In addition to 1080 upscaling like you'd expect, both the BD-103 and BD-105 take video up to 4K. They'll also convert 2D to 3D and provide you with the plenty of options to tweak video to your liking.
A particularly cool addition to these players is a pair of HDMI inputs, one of which is located on the front and the other of which is located on the back. You can attach a set-top box, game console or whatever else you like and the player will apply the same processing and upscaling. And you're in luck if you want to watch content from a tablet or smartphone – the front HDMI input doubles as an MHL input.
As you might imagine, both of Oppo's new players can handle decoding of the latest HD formats. Both the BDP-103 and 105 give you configurable 7.1 channel analog outs, but the BDP-105 steps thing up with a pair of ESS Sabre32 Reference DACs, a Toroidal linear power supply, dedicated RCA and XLR stereo outputs and even a headphone amplifier that connects directly through the DAC.
The BDP-103 is expected to launch sometime in October at a price of $499. The BDP-105 is expected by the end of the year at a price of $1,199.
Source: Oppo
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Early-Purchase Oppo BDP-95 Players Sold Out - Shipping in February
Mon Jan 31, 2011 at 12:00 PM ETTags: Oppo (all tags)
Oppo offered customers the chance to buy a BDP-95 early and they sold out fast!
The BDP-95 is the latest player from Oppo, a company that's quickly become a favorite of many HD enthusiasts. It's a player designed for audiophiles - those who really care about their sound.
Oppo sent out emails on Thursday to alert customers that early versions of the BDP-95 were available, and the units quickly sold out. Customers receiving the email can now pre-order the unit to receive it in March.
Those lucky enough to pick up an early release BDP-95 will be getting theirs shipped between February first and fourth, so you can expect to hear some reports on the player soon.
According to Oppo, stability of the player isn't an issue, since it uses the same firmware as the BDP-93. The players will be shipped with the most up-to-date firmware.
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Oppo Reveals the BDP-95 Audiophile Blu-ray Player
Wed Dec 22, 2010 at 12:00 PM ETTags: Oppo, Blu-ray Players (all tags)
It's set for a February release, but the price is still a mystery.
Now that the BDP-93 is out the door, Oppo has announced their newest creation - The BDP-95. It's an impressive player with the kind of features you'd expect from a product aimed directly towards audiophiles.
It boasts the Sabre32 Reference Audio DAC - the best in the world according to Oppo - for the highest possible range and lowest distortion. The BDP-95 has a toroidal power supply, XLR stereo outs, 7.1 channel analog outs, a new chassis and other upgrades to the BDP-93.
There's no word on pricing yet, but we're guessing it's going to be high. When a company stamps the word "audiophile" on a product it means you're getting the best sound you can get, but it also means you're going to be paying well for it.
You can register on Oppo's site now to receive notification when the BDP-95 is available for purchase. Oppo says you can expect it in February of next year.
Source: Oppo
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The Oppo BDP-93 is Finally Here - Just in Time for Christmas
Mon Dec 20, 2010 at 02:30 PM ETTags: Oppo, Blu-ray Players, High-Def Retailing (all tags)
The wait is over for one of the most anticipated Blu-ray players on the market.
If you've been putting off the purchase of a new Blu-ray player until the next big thing, the wait is over. Oppo's BDP-93 Universal Network 3D Blu-ray player is finally here.
For those that haven't been keeping up with the news, the BDP-93 is the successor to the BDP-80, which made waves for its impressive specs at an incredibly reasonable price point. Oppo's 93 is set to do it again, thanks to the inclusion of 3D capabilities, Qdeo video processing, and a host of new options like Netflix streaming.
You can pick up the BDP-93 now, directly from Oppo at a price of $499. If you order now and select the appropriate shipping, the folks at Oppo say you'll have it just in time for Christmas.
Don't forget to check out our unboxing shots over at The Bonus View.
Source: Oppo
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Oppo Reveals Official BDP-93 Specs – Discontinues Older Models
Fri Nov 12, 2010 at 10:00 AM ETTags: Oppo, Blu-ray Players (all tags)
At $499, Oppo's new player may set the benchmark for Blu-ray.
The wait has paid off and we've finally got the official specs on the successor to the BDP-83. Needless to say, it seems worthy of the title.
Oppo's BDP-93 can do just about everything you'd want a Blu-ray player to do. It plays back traditional and 3D content, streams movies from Netflix, handles Blockbuster on Demand, lets you listen to your SACDs and even plays back digital media files including DivX, MKV, FLAC, WAV and more.
Video quality is a key point for Oppo, as evidenced by the inclusion of Marvell's Kyoto-G2 video processor with Qdeo technology. You can upconvert DVDs to 1080p, watch full 1080p Blu-rays at 24 frames per second and, if you prefer an external video processor, go with source direct mode.
On the audio side of things, Oppo offers 7.1 channel analog audio output that includes a mix-down mode for those with stereo speakers. It handles Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio which it can output through the analog outs or via HDMI.
You'll also find dual HDMI outputs, an eSata port for your digital content, and wireless capability. The Oppo BDP-93 is one impressive player, especially at the $499 price.
The downside is that "Due to a shortage of major components used to manufacture the BDP-83," Oppo has discontinued the original model.
Source: Oppo
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Oppo Raises the Bar With the BDP-93
Fri Oct 01, 2010 at 01:30 PM ETTags: Oppo, Blu-ray Players (all tags)
It does everything the legendary BDP-83 did and more.
You just don't get much better than the BDP-83 when it comes to high-end features at a reasonable price. It set a benchmark for Blu-ray players, but since it's lacking support for some more modern affectations, it's starting to feel a little old. Enter the BDP-93.
Oppo's got a new model coming out that's set to again take the consumer electronics world by storm. The BDP-93 does just about everything its predecessor did and so much more. There's built in WiFi for starters, and the ability to stream video from Netflix, CinemaNow and more content partners to be announced in the future.
It can do 3D as well, which fans of the tech will be delighted to hear. It also sports a Marvell KYOTO G2 chipset and Qdeo processing and dual HDMI outputs for separate audio and video paths or dual monitors.
So how much will this cost you? The same $499 as the BDP-83.
Source: Audioholics
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Oppo Announces Sub $300 BDP-80
Mon Jan 25, 2010 at 04:00 PM ETTags: Oppo (all tags)
We finally have the details on Oppo’s new, lower priced Blu-ray player.
The BDP-83 took the home theater world by storm last year, by offering a high end feature set, Anchor Bay video processing, and quick loading times at a remarkably low price. Oppo’s been teasing the announcement of their new, more economically priced Blu-ray player for a while now, but it looks like they’re going to just make that January deadline.
Oppo’s new player is known as the BDP-80, and it’s just under the three hundred dollar mark at an asking price of $289. It’s got a lot of what made the BDP-83 great, but it’s a player with a different purpose.
While the BDP-83 was intended as a standalone player, the BDP-80 is meant to be a digital video/audio transport device. There’s no Anchor Bay in the new player. The main decoder chip handles all the video processing with the help of some custom firmware. For the most part, the BDP-80 wasn’t meant to output directly to your TV.
“The BDP-80 is incredibly well suited as a digital transport to feed into an external video processor, a high-end A/V receiver or display device with built-in video processing,” says Oppo. They also recommend it as a fine standalone player for those with small to midsized televisions.
Oppo made a few other changes for the BDP-80 as well. It’s got a plastic front panel, rather than the aluminum of the BDP-83. It still plays back Blu-rays at 24 frames per second, but it won’t do the same with DVDs. It loses the dedicated analog outputs of the BDP-83, instead opting to share them with the 7.1 channel outputs, and the remote glows in the dark instead of being backlit.
The BDP-80 still features those quick load times the 83 was known for, it’s got SACD playback with the option of PCM output over HDMI, support for MKV files, and a gigabyte of internal storage.
Source: Oppo
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Oppo Announces Sub $300 BDP-80
Mon Jan 25, 2010 at 04:00 PM ETTags: Oppo (all tags)
We finally have the details on Oppo’s new, lower priced Blu-ray player.
The BDP-83 took the home theater world by storm last year, by offering a high end feature set, Anchor Bay video processing, and quick loading times at a remarkably low price. Oppo’s been teasing the announcement of their new, more economically priced Blu-ray player for a while now, but it looks like they’re going to just make that January deadline.
Oppo’s new player is known as the BDP-80, and it’s just under the three hundred dollar mark at an asking price of $289. It’s got a lot of what made the BDP-83 great, but it’s a player with a different purpose.
While the BDP-83 was intended as a standalone player, the BDP-80 is meant to be a digital video/audio transport device. There’s no Anchor Bay in the new player. The main decoder chip handles all the video processing with the help of some custom firmware. For the most part, the BDP-80 wasn’t meant to output directly to your TV.
“The BDP-80 is incredibly well suited as a digital transport to feed into an external video processor, a high-end A/V receiver or display device with built-in video processing,” says Oppo. They also recommend it as a fine standalone player for those with small to midsized televisions.
Oppo made a few other changes for the BDP-80 as well. It’s got a plastic front panel, rather than the aluminum of the BDP-83. It still plays back Blu-rays at 24 frames per second, but it won’t do the same with DVDs. It loses the dedicated analog outputs of the BDP-83, instead opting to share them with the 7.1 channel outputs, and the remote glows in the dark instead of being backlit.
The BDP-80 still features those quick load times the 83 was known for, it’s got SACD playback with the option of PCM output over HDMI, support for MKV files, and a gigabyte of internal storage.
Source: Oppo
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Lexicon Accused of Selling Repackaged Oppo BDP-83 at a $3000 Markup
Mon Jan 18, 2010 at 01:45 PM ETTags: Lexicon, Oppo, THX, High-Def Retailing (all tags)
The Lexicon BD-30 is a $3,500 Blu-ray player, but some disassembly reveals that it may be nothing more than an Oppo BDP-83 with a shiny new case.
The front panel may say Lexicon, but it’s got Oppo guts. Those familiar with the much beloved Oppo BDP-83 may notice that the back panel of the Lexicon BD-30 uses the exact same layout. The buttons on the front panel are in the same configuration as well.
It’s not entirely uncommon for players to look the same, but the good folks over at Audioholics opened the units up side by side and took a look. The two players are almost completely identical. In fact, the only real difference found was in the color of the caps on the power supply board.
Looking at the base of the BD-30, you can see vent holes that were cut out to make room for the vents of the BDP-83. From what it looks like, Lexicon took a BDP-83, put it in a Lexicon chassis and sold it. The going price of a BDP-83 is around $500, but the BD-30 runs $3,500.
The BD-30 is THX certified, but benchmarks reveal the same crossovers, frequency response and distortion amounts as the non THX certified BDP-83. THX has responded to questions of the legitimacy by stating that the BD-30 was thoroughly tested. Strangely though, you’ll no longer find reference to THX anywhere on Lexicon’s page.
Home Theater Review has a different take on the player, stating that “there is no comparison between the build quality of the two players,” and that “the Lexicon had a more natural contrast and color palette than the Oppo.” It was also noted that Lexicon’s player was much quieter than the BDP-83 when loading discs.
This is a development sure to raise a lot of questions, not only for Lexicon, but for Oppo and THX as well. We expect to hear more in the coming weeks.
Source: Audioholics
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