I just installed a new Panasonic BD-80 a couple days ago. It decodes the new formats but I needed that, because my preamp doesn't. I ran analog out to the preamp.
I also have a Panny projector that is only 720P capable and firing a 90" screen.
Although I have some tweaking to do, there is very little improvement in the picture. I expected that. You'll need to upgrade your TV to get the full benefit of BluRay.
But the sound from the uncompressed tracks are stunning. It will take your system to a new level (assuming you have good speakers).
In your situation can buy ANY player that bitstreams audio and improve your experience sonically or go for the Oppo 83 if you have "exotic" music discs.
Oppo is good stuff. I have their original player and it's a keeper.
I also have a Panny projector that is only 720P capable and firing a 90" screen.
Although I have some tweaking to do, there is very little improvement in the picture. I expected that. You'll need to upgrade your TV to get the full benefit of BluRay.
But the sound from the uncompressed tracks are stunning. It will take your system to a new level (assuming you have good speakers).
In your situation can buy ANY player that bitstreams audio and improve your experience sonically or go for the Oppo 83 if you have "exotic" music discs.
Oppo is good stuff. I have their original player and it's a keeper.