Has anyone heard the new OPPO BDP-83SE

you can also upgrade existing BDP-83s to SE version. Here's the link: http://www.oppodigital.com/blu-ray-bdp-83SE/blu-ray-BDP-83SE-UpgradeOption.aspx

I have the BDP 83. If anyone has a comparison of it and the new unit I would like to read about your experience.

I find the BDP-83 to be an excellent Blue Ray machine but CD playback (audio) performance is adequate at best.

Note that, according to their website, the upgrade will only benefit those who use analog output to their amps/receivers/processors. Users who use pure digital or HDMI hookup does not need to upgrade.

Albertporter

Albert, what about it's SD DVD action? SACD? DVDA?

Those are the added facets I'm seeking in my upcoming buy of the BDP 83... the SE versions added analog out performance enhancement for 2, 5.1, & 7.1 aren't hot buttons for me.

My current video setup doesn't allow for 1080p, only 720P, and BR aren't my main concerns, but what the hey... so if the video playback and higher res audio are really good, I suppose I'd still be interestedd in the 83 model.

I'll be using HDMI primarily, but for THE ONCE IN A WHILE CDs I'd run into a Bel Canto DAC3 via SPDIF.

I'd appreciate your thoughts there. Thank you very much.

So buying a BDP-83 and than upgrade to 83SE costs $100 less than buying a 83SE? Interesting pricing.