A modified Oppo is hard to beat.

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In Reply to: I want a multi-region Blu-Ray player - should I upgrade or buy a new player? posted by Doug Flynn on March 10, 2010 at 23:44:31:

Oppo BDP-83 and BDP-83SE are modified to be both zone (BD) and region (DVD) free via a replaced ribbon cable which can be bought already installed or purchased separately for self-installation if you prefer. The instructions are easy even for a novice DIY'er and cheaper than buying an already modified player, if that is your preference. It just provides you with more options if there are budgetary considerations. Note: I'm assuming that the Oppo region/zone free ribbon cables are still being sold separately on ebay.
The new Oppos are quite a bit faster loading than older Panasonic players (I know this because I used to own a Panny BDP-30). Note: I gifted it to a grateful relative over the holidays after my modified Oppo BDP-83SE arrived.
If you have a good surround rig then the Oppo BDP-83 is a first rate performer as well. It's just the most versatile player on the market currently, IMO, and reasonably priced considering it's multi-functionality and the manufacturer's well known product support via firmware updates. Also, the menus are extremely user-friendly on the new Oppo BDP-83.
Trade-offs? I don't know of any between buying a DIY mod-chip kit for a Panny or a DIY ribbon cable mod for an Oppo BD player, but here is one consideration: the Oppo region/zone free mods (custom installed or DIY cable) have apparently been around a bit longer than the Panny mod-chip kit (which I'm unfamiliar with); the Oppo ribbon cable mods have proven very reliable (personal experience).
Cheers,
AuPh

Edits: 03/11/10

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Topic - I want a multi-region Blu-Ray player - should I upgrade or buy a new player? - Doug Flynn 23:44:31 03/10/10 (6)

RE: I want a multi-region Blu-Ray player - should I upgrade or buy a new player? - Jack G 04:28:47 03/11/10 (4)

Jack, are you referring to changing out the Oppo ribbon cable or is there a different mod available now? - Audiophilander 10:01:35 03/11/10 (3)

Re - Jack G 10:35:24 03/11/10 (2)

Ah, I see that the ribbon cable mod has evolved. - Audiophilander 11:09:17 03/11/10 (1)

Variations on a theme - Jack G 11:31:05 03/11/10 (0)

A modified Oppo is hard to beat. - Audiophilander 01:02:16 03/11/10 (0)

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A modified Oppo is hard to beat. - Audiophilander 01:02:16 03/11/10 (0)

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