In Reply to: Twice on the new oppo posted by Ole Lund Christensen on December 15, 2008 at 03:28:28:
... the fact that the new Oppo player apparently isn't going to be a one box solution will be a major concern for some folks. Those of us who collect foreign films and television are VERY disappointed in the decision that Oppo's new player won't provide multi-zone access or the popular region free capabilities for standard DVD of all prior Oppo DVD players. The latter may be a deal breaker for some folks. If it weren't for the superior audio features and fast load-time claims of Oppo's entry into the BD competition I'd probably opt for a modded player with zone and region hacks, which are currently in the same general price range as the Oppo.
- One example of zone & region free player currently being sold (holiday discount)... (Open in New Window)
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Follow Ups
- While I'm probably going to end up buying one, either as early adopter or once a full production player is offered... - Audiophilander 12:34:50 12/16/08 (10)
- But it doesn't play HD DVD - Jazz Inmate 10:26:38 12/22/08 (3)
- RE: But it doesn't play HD DVD - chris.redmond2@bushinternet.com 15:13:32 12/27/08 (0)
- Hell, it barely plays DVDs - Jack G 05:49:31 12/23/08 (0)
- Revision: I'm not buying one of these after all, and it's because of the region locking. - Audiophilander 12:43:50 12/22/08 (0)
- BUMMER!! - Harmonia 10:23:47 12/22/08 (5)
- My recommendation would be the moded player. - Audiophilander 13:13:29 12/22/08 (4)
- But of course. - Harmonia 21:46:08 12/22/08 (3)
- Agreed - Jack G 05:54:38 12/23/08 (2)
- I have the sinking feeling that Oppo is in the process of manufacturing it's first Edsel. (nt) - Audiophilander 10:00:58 12/23/08 (1)
- I'm not so sure - Jack G 10:08:57 12/23/08 (0)