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Reference disc player...UDP 205 or Marantz?

Hey guys....
I've decided to take the plunge, and get my last reference disc player--at least for a very long time--and I'm looking for opinions on the subject.
I really wanted to get the Marantz SA-14S1, it sounds fantastic for sure, but I started to read all the glowing reviews on the Oppo UDP-205. Is it just hype, or the real thing? Is the Oppo really that rare piece of equipment that punches that far above its price? Who here has listened to the oppo and/or the Marantz? How do they compare? 
Thanks! 
jonasandezekiel

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Oppo is not far better.
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jonasandezekiel

which Marantz did you test drive?

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jonasandezekiel


where are you on purchasing a player? Which one(s) have you auditioned?

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Sure- 1graber2

I did not find the 105D musical to my ears. This was the disappointment factor. I will report that those who bought the player and sent it to ModWright  found it much more musical than stock form.

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I was disappointed w/ the Oppo 105D after reading so many glowing reviews. No matter if the source was a MacBook in streaming mode or shiny silver discs. I can say that if one is looking for a one-box solution-this is it.

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TY- for the update jonasandezekiel
take your time as there are a plethora of spinners in the marketplace.
Keep auditioning and writing.
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Agreed calvinj

I did not find the Oppo 105D musical. Transparent yes.
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Much Thanks! milpai

yes, the SA-10 interests me for being a straight up CD/SACD player.
I have a dedicated video player. Happy Listening!
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jonasandezekiel-


what player did you audition? Buy ?

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