I purchased an A35 a few months ago, and I'm considering trading it in
on a BluRay (my dealer has a partial exchange arrangement). Since I
haven't followed the BluRay models, I would appreciate suggestions for
BluRay players with the best audio options, hopefully with the
(eventual) capability of decoding, or at least bitstreaming, all the
lossless codecs. The A35, for example, can output lossless audio through
either HDMI or through analog RCA outs. (I'm aware that there isn't much
software with high-rez audio now, but would prefer to be ready when it
comes.) I really don't think I would use the profile 2.0 features, so
that isn't of much interest. Also, I would prefer not to pay a premium
price (prefer under $500 to $600)in view of the rapidly changing
technology. I expect to get one of the HDMI 1.3 AVRs or pre/pros, so
perhaps the bistream option is all I need.
I would appreciate advice on the following options:
1) Keep the A35 until the BluRay technology is more mature.
(The To****ba has great picture and sound, but I hesitate to invest in
a dying technology.)
2) Get a PS3, keep the To****ba.
(Apparently the most future-proof unit at the moment?)
3) Get a PS3, trade in the To****ba, and enjoy the BluRay video for the
time being; plan on getting another unit in a year or so.
4) Wait for one of the new units scheduled for release in the next few
months, such as the Sony 350 or 550, or later, the Oppo BluRay.
5) Other options?
Please excuse my ignorance concerning the BluRay options. - I didn't
expect HD DVD to go down so suddently.
Thanks,
Jim Cate
|
