Plain old Progressive Scan DVD Player question (1 Viewer)

[AdrianC]

I got a Sony 34XBR910 a couple of months back, and it's great. My DVD player, was never up to par, and is now starting to go on the fritz. So, I'm looking for a new player. Progressive scan, must have component video, DVD-A and SACD not required, just top picture quality. DVI seems to be a pretty new concept, so I'll bypass it if it really doesn't give me boost in PQ. Just a single player, not a changer, not a combo DVD/VHS. Looking for under $200 (can go to $300 but would prefer not to), but I have a friend with a big discount to Best Buy, so if they carry it I can go to $400 or so. I've read so much about Denon 1600, Pioneer 563A, RP 82, 62, XP 30 50, LVD-2001, HD931, but I'm still not sure which would be best for me. Any help narrowing it down would be appreciated.

 

[Lew Crippen]

The Denon 1600 can be had for maybe a little over $300 from online stores. You might find one more cheaply in a local B&M store, but it will be hit or miss, as this is a discontinued model.