That certainly seems true for the low end model. It has the same layout on the front and back as the recent Onkyo and of course all the cheap models. There might be differences in the firmware such as branding and some config options but not much.
If Funai & Best Buy, Walmart etc.can make money selling them retail for $200 (and less) there is no excuse for Denon flogging a player for the equivalent of $800. It doesn't matter how great the brand is or their support - you could buy 4 Insignia players for the price and you're getting essentially the same kit. Or if you prefer brand names, buy 2 BD550s or BD55s and benefit of onboard decoding and profile 2.0.
My own feeling is Denon / Onkyo don't intend to sell many separates but will probably use them as the basis of some HTIB or bundle.
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DrXym @ Nov 23rd 2008 4:16AM
That certainly seems true for the low end model. It has the same layout on the front and back as the recent Onkyo and of course all the cheap models. There might be differences in the firmware such as branding and some config options but not much.
If Funai & Best Buy, Walmart etc.can make money selling them retail for $200 (and less) there is no excuse for Denon flogging a player for the equivalent of $800. It doesn't matter how great the brand is or their support - you could buy 4 Insignia players for the price and you're getting essentially the same kit. Or if you prefer brand names, buy 2 BD550s or BD55s and benefit of onboard decoding and profile 2.0.
My own feeling is Denon / Onkyo don't intend to sell many separates but will probably use them as the basis of some HTIB or bundle.