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DVD player that doubles as good transport $800

My Sony 7000 DVD player is slowly dying. It is used to play DVDs in my HT system, but more importantly, is the transport for my 2-channel audio system (Tact 2.2x, Modwright P-3A, Gamut D200, Talon Khorus).

I'm looking for a replacement that will be (first) a good transport and also play DVDs well. Under $800. My TV is not HD (yet) but will get a projector sometime in the future.

Have considered the Sony 7700 or 9000 or 999, but these have the chroma bug. But if they're the best transport options I can put up with it, maybe. What about the transport abilities of the Philips 963 or Denon 2900/3800? The Panasonic XP-50 is said to have the best progressive picture, but as transport?

SACD or DVD-A less important since I use digital out for both HT and 2-channel (using Argent Jaden RCA and Illuminati XLR digital cables). New or used. Don't want to spend too much with HD DVD players approaching the horizon.
Thanks.
richards

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jeffcott
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Richards:
I was going thru something quite similar not too long ago.
After thinking thru my options and priorities, I chose
to purchase a Philips 963 here on AG. I have been pleased.
In my experience, all of the positive things that have been
said ring true. Very good DVD player, and for me my first
taste of SACD. I haven't tried the unit as a redbook player
as my Transport/DAC combination remains in place :o).
For the modest cost, I have been tickled pink. Depending
of course on your priorities, I don't see how you could go wrong.
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