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Oppo BDP-103 vs UDP-203 audio only

I have a 3 year old OPPO Digital BDP-103 player that is still absolutely perfect.  Love it.  I use it for HT, digital coaxial audio for music and for multi-channel SACDs via its HDMI output.  Performs flawlessly.  However I'm thinking of selling it here on Audiogon and upgrading to the UDP-203 primarily for improved audio performance.  The new 203 has upgraded improved internal DACs.  The 103 has the Cirrus Logic CS4382A 24-bit, 114dB 192kHz PCM &  proprietary unlisted DSD value dacs & the 203 uses AKM AK4458VN 115dB 32-bit 768kHz PCM and 11.2 MHz DSD dacs).  I don't have native 4K TVs and have no interest in upgrading to that format. Has anyone upgraded to the UDP-203 strictly for audio performance only and has compared both units?   
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blindjim
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This type of thread returns periodically. Especially with Oppo players.

The note above on getting the PS upgraded is quite good. Most all upgrades in what ever gear begin there.

The second idea I’d remind someone of is keeping up with the times.

I’ve found in many instances, having it and not needing it is better than needing it and not having it. Eg., BDP 205. Not 203. Or latest 100 series if money is tuff. . do the PS later.

Luck…


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