Oppo UDP-205 Availability


As an FYI for those hoping to buy an Oppo UDP-205 when availability resumes, I was informed by Oppo that those people who registered their email address at Oppo’s website will have the first opportunity at purchasing a unit. I was told that retailers will not receive any players for resale.
I had paid for a unit which through Magnolia Design Center in Atlanta which was a farce. I was told the player was in their inventory. Once informed that I was being mislead I was given the option of having Magnolia keep my payment so that I would be first in line once availability resumed. I declined. The main reason for my post is to inform anyone who left payment with any retailer that they may want to reconsider their decision. 
I’m basing this on a conversation with sales and assuming it is correct information.
mitchchavis
I am one of those Magnolia customers.  I bought from them after being told they still had 18 in inventory.  I have slso been keeping track of what OPPO is saying on their website.  I have of course left my contact info with OPPO but am inclined to keep my funds at Magnolia on a just in case basis.  I REALLY want a 205.
   I was notified by OPPO yesterday that my wait was over for an OPPO UDP-205.  I immediately confirmed my interest, plunked down my credit card,  and was notified this morning that I can pick it up directly from their facility today!  So off I go to get my new 205!
  Meanwhile, my requested refund from Magnolia was processed so it feels almost like I am getting it for free.  
If your buying the Oppo 205 to flip , great return on your money ! 

For some the 205 will be all they need and want , it’s fantastic with movies , I bought a used ModWright 205 last year and gave my Panasonic DVD player to Salvation Army.

As for audio playback only personally I would not spend the money on the ModWright upgrades just for that ,it does not compete with a better audio only choices. 
However in my opinion the 205 is a top performer for movies and their sound tracks especially concerts made better with the Modwright upgrades.


I disagree. I use to own an Oppo 105 Modright modded player. It beat many higher priced dac's at that time.