EVS modded BDP-83 , or separate DAC ?

Ric modded a dvd player years ago for 400$.Forget the model.He is good and fairly fast [2003-4] it was.Dont know enough of your overall plan to say much more,good luck,Bob

La45 - I have looked at a couple of other Oppo modder's work, but unless i am mistaken, they charge considerably more than Ric does, for what seems to be the same amount of mods.

BTW, here is what I am considering having Ric do to the BDP-83 ;

MBBM (Mind Blowing Baby Mod) $85

Basic level mod: $195

EVS two channel output stage plus modded discrete regulators: $250

Better regulator and power supply parts for the two channel DAC. $100

Total $630

Now, that same $630 will get me one of the VERY, VERY good DACs I've already mentioned. Leaves me wondering if this boils down to personal choice alone, or if ONE of my choices may be leaps and bounds better.

I suspect that a well designed modification will outperform either DAC you are considering.

Do your research into modders, and their customer's satisfaction.

I would speak to those folks that had the mod done and get their feedback. Very difficult on this forum to answer your question. A DAC vs a Mod has so many sides to it, I would have to know more about what you are ultimately trying to do.

As far as the DAC situation goes, get a money back guarantee if possible and try at least 3 different DACs before deciding. Its the best way to live with yourself since its ultimately your decision. In a Mod situation, it will be difficult but you should ask anyway.

Im not positive but isnt the MBBM a part of the basic mod?
put that money into a jensen cap at $75. Verify with Ric.