For you slugabeds who missed out on seeing the
DMP-BD55 get
priced and
dated, it's probably a bit backwards to start at the review first. Nevertheless, those mildly interested in making this their next standalone BD deck should certainly give
CNET's review a glance. Put simply, this unit was deemed "a perfect example [of a solid Profile 2.0 player], hitting almost all the essential features we look for and pairing it up with pristine image quality." That being said, critics still couldn't wholeheartedly recommend it. Why? It's little sibling, the DMP-BD35. The $299 BD35 features all of the same niceties save for 7.1 analog outputs and analog audio enhancements, yet it costs a full $100 less than the BD55. Sure, if you're an analog output junkie, the extra cost will be completely justified, but it seems most everyone else should just snag the BD35 and burn the excess on a few flicks.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Hdintheblood @ Oct 1st 2008 11:05PM
Im getting my second player and this one is it because of the 7.1 analog output, since my Dennon 3801 does have a 7.1 analog input but no HDMI
Dave @ Oct 2nd 2008 5:07AM
Rock solid as usual !
dj496 @ Oct 2nd 2008 6:07AM
I'm excited about the 35! It's on TrustedReviews.
anseK @ Oct 2nd 2008 7:55AM
I'm getting this player over the 35 just for the flexibilty. I currently have Samsung BD-P1200 which I will move to the bedroom. While my Anthem D2 has HDMI 1.1 I link knowing I have the flexibility to go analog in for my current or on a future unit.