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DVD Player Comparison Chart: single & multi-disc models
There are about 50 brands and over 125 models of DVD players worldwide. To keep our comparison chart manageable, we list the most popular DVD players sold in the United States & Canada (Region 1).
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| Model | Price | Disc Capacity (exch) |
Compatible Formats | Video Features | Audio Features | Outputs | Comments | Warrantee (parts/labor) |
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| DVD-Audio | SACD | CD-R
& CD-RW |
MP3
/ HDCD/ WMA |
Prog. Scan |
2:3 Pulldown | Video DAC (bits/MHz) |
Zoom | Audio
DAC (bits/kHz) |
DD/dts Decoding |
Component/ S-video/ Composite |
Digital Outputs (optical/coax) |
5.1-ch Analog Output |
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| Apex Digital - makes some of the more affordable and most feature packed DVD players; Apex is the first to offer an affordable DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, and SACD playback in the same unit (model AD-7701) | |||||||||||||||||
| AD-600A | $130 | 1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | ? | Yes | ? | -/- | 1/1/1 | -/1 | - | Karaoke feature with 2 microphone jacks; NTSC & PAL video output | ? |
| AD-800 | $180 | 1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 HDCD |
Yes | ? | ? | Yes | ? | Yes/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | Yes | Karaoke feature with 2 microphone jacks; NTSC & PAL video output; firmware upgradeable | ? |
| AD-3601 | $200 | 1 | Yes | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | ? | ? | ? | ? | Yes/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | Yes | ? | |
| AD-5131 | $180 ($140) |
3 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 HDCD |
- | - | ? | Yes | - | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/- | - | Karaoke feature with 2 microphone jacks; NTSC & PAL video output; Kodak Picture CD compatible; firmware upgradable | ? |
| AD-7701 | $350 ($250) |
1 | Yes | Yes | Yes | MP3 HDCD |
Yes | ? | ? | Yes | ? | Yes/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | Yes | the first mainstream model to feature DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, and multi-channel SACD playback; Karaoke feature with 2 microphone jacks; NTSC & PAL video output; headphone jack with volume control; firmware upgradeable | ? |
| Denon - makes some of the better built and better performing DVD players | |||||||||||||||||
| DVD-800 | $300 ($250) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | - | 24/96 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/- | - | Denon's entry-level model, virtual surround sound | 1-yr |
| DVD-900 | $300 | 1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 12/54 | - | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | Faroudja DCDi progressive scan processing, 2 MB buffer for quick layer change, SRS TruSurround™ virtual surround sound | 1-yr |
| DVD-1600 | $500 | 1 | Yes | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | - | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/1/2 | 1/- | Yes | Faroudja's DCDi progressive scan processing; "audio only" mode turns off video circuitry for better sound quality; Burr-Brown audio DACs; DVD-Audio bass management; 3 MB buffer for quick layer change; headphone virtual surround sound; headphone jack with volume control; aluminum front panel | 1-yr |
| DVM-1805 | $400 | 5 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | - | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | Faroudja DCDi de-interlacer; 2 MB memory buffer for quick layer changes; Burr-Brown 192kHz/24-bit audio DAC; virtual surround sound | 1-yr |
| DVD-2800 | $800 | 1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 HDCD |
Yes | Yes | 12/54 | - | 24/96 x2 |
Yes/Yes | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | Yes | PureProgressive™ de-interlacer by Silicon Image (Sil503); 64-Mbit SDRAM buffer; Noise Shaped Video (NSV); 4MB buffer for quick layer change; dual 96kHz/24-bit audio DACs (one for each stereo channel) | 1-yr |
| DVD-2800MkII | $850 ($700) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 HDCD |
Yes | Yes | 12/108 | - | 24/96 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | PureProgressive™ de-interlacer by Silicon Image (Sil504); 10-bit/27 MHz video DAC used for interlaced video; 4MB buffer for quick layer change; Analog Devices audio DACs; rigid chassis construction; gold-plated jacks | 1-yr |
| DVD-3800 | $1,200 | 1 | Yes | - | Yes | MP3 HDCD JPEG |
Yes | Yes | 12/108 | - | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | Yes | a high performance DVD-Audio/Video player; PureProgressive™ de-interlacer by Silicon Image (Sil504); 4MB buffer for quick layer change; Burr-Brown audio DAC; DVD-Audio bass management; Denon's AL24 Processing Plus; Pure Direct mode; independent power supplies for video and audio; rigid chassis construction; Kodak Picture CD compatibility | 1-yr |
| DVD-4800 | $1,200 | 5 (exch) |
Yes | - | Yes | MP3 HDCD |
Yes | Yes | 12/54 | - | 24/192 x2 |
Yes/Yes | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | Yes | very limited bass management for DVD-Audio, 4MB buffer memory for quick layer change | 1-yr |
| DVD-9000 | $3,500 | 1 | Yes | - | Yes | MP3 HDCD JPEG |
Yes | Yes | 14/108 | - | 24/192 | -/- | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | - Denon Link |
Denon's THX Ultra certified ultimate reference model; PureProgressive™ technology from Silicon Image; DVD-Audio requires Denon Link proprietary digital audio output (a world's first) designed for use with Denon's new AVR-5803 A/V receiver; no conventional 5.1-channel analog output for DVD-Audio; true bass management for DVD-Audio; superb construction and build quality | 1-yr |
| Model | Price | Disc Capacity (exch) |
Compatible Formats | Video Features | Audio Features | Outputs | Comments | Warrantee (parts/labor) |
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| DVD-Audio | SACD | CD-R
& CD-RW |
MP3
/ HDCD/ WMA |
Prog. Scan |
2:3 Pulldown | Video DAC (bits/MHz) |
Zoom | Audio
DAC (bits/kHz) |
DD/dts Decoding |
Component/ S-video/ Composite |
Digital Outputs (optical/coax) |
5.1-ch Analog Output |
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| Harman Kardon | |||||||||||||||||
| DVD 5 | $300 | 5 (exch) |
- | - | - | - | - | - | 10/27 | - | 24/96 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | headphone jack with volume control | 1-yr |
| DVD 25 | $300 ($250) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | Wolfson 192kHz/24-bit audio DACs, remote control with illuminated buttons, video test pattern | 1-yr |
| DVD 50 | $600 ($539) |
5 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 HDCD |
Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | Wolfson 192kHz/24-bit audio DACs; headphone jack with volume control; backlit remote | 1-yr |
| JVC - makes some high-value DVD players; all models have virtual surround sound and picture zoom; most models are available in champagne gold (2001 models) or silver (2002 models), and black | |||||||||||||||||
| XV-S300BK XV-S302SL |
$140 ($130) |
1 | - | - | Yes SVCD |
MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | Yes | 24/96 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | JVC's new entry-level model, replaces the XV-S40BK and XV-S45GD; modular construction for power supply, digital circuitry, analog video and analog video for minimal interference | 1-yr/90-day |
| XV-S400BK XV-S402SL |
$160 ($100) |
1 | - | - | Yes SVCD |
MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | Yes | 24/96 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | modular construction; remote with multi-brand TV control; JVC's proprietary AV CompuLink control | 1-yr/90-day |
| XV-S500BK XV-S502SL |
$180 ($140) |
1 | - | - | Yes SVCD |
MP3 JPEG |
Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | this model replaces the XV-S60BK and XV-S65GD; displays digital still pictures in JPEG format on CD-R and CD-RWs; modular construction; remote with multi-brand TV control; JVC's proprietary AV CompuLink control | 1-yr/90-day |
| XV-SA600BK XV-SA602SL |
$230 ($200) |
1 | Yes | - | Yes SVCD |
MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | Yes | this model replaces the XV-SA70BK and XV-SA75GD; displays digital still pictures in JPEG format on CD-R and CD-RWs; modular construction; remote with multi-brand TV control; JVC's proprietary AV CompuLink control | 1-yr/90-day |
| XV-FA900BK XV-FA902SL |
$280 ($240) |
7 (exch) |
Yes | - | Yes SVCD |
MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | Yes | this model replaces the XV-FA90BK and XV-FA95GD; displays digital still pictures in JPEG format on CD-R and CD-RWs; modular construction; remote with multi-brand TV control; JVC's proprietary AV CompuLink control | 1-yr/90-day |
| Model | Price | Disc Capacity (exch) |
Compatible Formats | Video Features | Audio Features | Outputs | Comments | Warrantee (parts/labor) |
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| DVD-Audio | SACD | CD-R
& CD-RW |
MP3
/ HDCD/ WMA |
Prog. Scan |
2:3 Pulldown | Video DAC (bits/MHz) |
Zoom | Audio
DAC (bits/kHz) |
DD/dts Decoding |
Component/ S-video/ Composite |
Digital Outputs (optical/coax) |
5.1-ch Analog Output |
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| Kenwood & Kenwood Sovereign - their Sovereign line of DVD players offer higher performance | |||||||||||||||||
| Sovereign DV-5050M |
$800 | 400+3 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | - | 24/96 | -/- | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | - | two-sided DVD playback; multi-unit/daisy-chain control; RS-232 port for communications with other Kenwood components | 1-yr |
| Sovereign DV-5700 |
$1200 ($800) |
5 (exch) |
Yes | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | - | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | Yes | Faroudja DCDi deinterlacing with 2:3 pulldown; headphone jack with volume control; bass mgmt for DVD-Audio | 2-yr |
| Sovereign DV-5900M |
$1500 ($1200) |
400+3 (exch) |
Yes | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | - | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | Yes | Faroudja DCDi deinterlacing with 2:3 pulldown; bass mgmt for DVD-Audio; two-sided DVD playback; multi-unit/daisy-chain control; RS-232 port for communications with other Kenwood components | 1-yr |
| Onkyo - makes some of the better built DVD players, with emphasis on audio performance | |||||||||||||||||
| DV-SP300 | $250 | 1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/27 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | Direct Digital Path | 1-yr |
| DV-SP500 | $300 ($200) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/27 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | Direct Digital Path; 15 discs settings memory | 1-yr |
| DV-CP500 | $300 | 5 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/27 | - | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | Direct Digital Path | 1-yr |
| DV-SP800 NEW |
$1,000 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 12/108 | - | 24/192 (x2) |
Yes/Yes | 1/2/2 | 2/1 | Yes | Onkyo's first "universal" DVD-Audio/Video and multi-channel SACD player; DVD-R & DVD-RW compatibility; Analog Devices Noise Shaped Video (NSV) video DAC; headphone jack w/ volume control; anti-resonant steel case; THX Ultra certified | 1-yr |
| DV-S939 | $1700 ($1500) |
1 | Yes | - | Yes | - | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | Yes/- | 2/2/2 | 2/2 | Yes | Onkyo's reference quality DVD-Audio/Video player, first THX Ultra certified DVD player; DB-25 connector for 5.1-ch output; RS-232C port for software upgrades; IEEE-1394 upgradeable; learning remote | 1-yr |
| Model | Price | Disc Capacity (exch) |
Compatible Formats | Video Features | Audio Features | Outputs | Comments | Warrantee (parts/labor) |
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| DVD-Audio | SACD | CD-R
& CD-RW |
MP3
/ HDCD/ WMA |
Prog. Scan |
2:3 Pulldown | Video DAC (bits/MHz) |
Zoom | Audio
DAC (bits/kHz) |
DD/dts Decoding |
Component/ S-video/ Composite |
Digital Outputs (optical/coax) |
5.1-ch Analog Output |
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| Panasonic - all models feature virtual surround sound, dialogue enhancer | |||||||||||||||||
| DVD-RV32 recommended |
$150 ($75) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 WMA |
- | - | 10/27 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/- | - | MP3 and Windows Media Audio (WMA) decoding; 4:3 TV zoom; DVD-R compatibility; recommended by TimeForDVD.com - read our review | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVD-XP30 | $300 | 1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 WMA |
Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/- | - | DVD-R compatibility; 4:3 TV zoom; mirror finish; super slim design - just 2 1/16" high | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVD-S35 New |
$100 ($95) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 WMA |
Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/- | - | DVD-R & DVD-RAM compatibility; JPEG playback; 4:3 TV zoom & advanced zoom; headphone jack (but no volume control) | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVD-CV37 | $160 | 5 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/- | - | DVD-R compatibility; 4:3 TV zoom; slim design - just 3" high | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVD-XP50 | $350 | 1 | Yes | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/1/1 | 1/- | Yes | DVD-R & DVD-RAM compatibility; 4:3 TV zoom; mirror finish; super slim design - just 2 1/16" high | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVD-CV52 | $180 ($150) |
5 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 WMA |
- | - | 10/27 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/- | - | similar to the DVD-RV32, but is a 5-disc changer; slim design - just 3" high; 4:3 TV zoom; DVD-R compatibility | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVD-RP62 | $180 ($130) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 WMA |
Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/- | - | similar to the DVD-RV32 we reviewed, but adds a better video DAC and progressive scan output | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVD-CP67 | $200 ($160) |
5 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 WMA |
Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/- | - | similar to the DVD-RP62, but is a 5-disc changer; slim design - just 2 3/8" high; 4:3 TV zoom; DVD-R compatibility | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVD-CP72 | $280 ($200) |
5 (exch) |
Yes | - | Yes | MP3 WMA |
Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/1/1 | 1/- | Yes | DVD-R & DVD-RAM compatibility; 4:3 TV zoom; slim design - just 3" high; half-mirror finish | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVD-RP82 | $230 | 1 | Yes | - | Yes | MP3 WMA |
Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | Yes | slim design - just 2 3/8" high; 4:3 TV zoom; video black level adjustment | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVD-RP91 | $700 ($500) |
1 | Yes | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 12/54 | - | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/1/2 | 1/1 | Yes | plays DVD-RAM discs | 1-yr/90-day |
| Model | Price | Disc Capacity (exch) |
Compatible Formats | Video Features | Audio Features | Outputs | Comments | Warrantee (parts/labor) |
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| DVD-Audio | SACD | CD-R
& CD-RW |
MP3
/ HDCD/ WMA |
Prog. Scan |
2:3 Pulldown | Video DAC (bits/MHz) |
Zoom | Audio
DAC (bits/kHz) |
DD/dts Decoding |
Component/ S-video/ Composite |
Digital Outputs (optical/coax) |
5.1-ch Analog Output |
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| Pioneer & Pioneer Elite | |||||||||||||||||
| DV-354 | $120 | 1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | Pioneer's entry-level model; only 2-3/16 inches high; DVD-R/RW playback | 1-yr/90-day |
| DV-440 | $180 | 1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | - | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | ultra slim profile (just 2 1/4" high); Burr-Brown audio DACs; dual laser pickup | 1-yr |
| DV-444 | $250 ($230) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | 10/27 | - | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | ultra slim profile; Burr-Brown audio DACs, dual laser pickup; separate boards for audio and video circuitry from improved video signal-to-noise, dynamic range, and lower THD | 1-yr | |
| DV-C505 | $150 | 5 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | virtual surround sound | 1-yr/90-day |
| DV-656A | $200 | 1 | Yes | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | Yes | DVD-RW and DVD-R compatibility, zoom feature only works in still mode | 1-yr |
| DV-F727 | $600 ($500) |
300+1 | - | - | Yes | - | - | - | 10/27 | - | 24/96 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | old model | 1-yr |
| Elite DV-45A | $500 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | - | 24/192 (x3) |
Yes/Yes | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | Yes | Pioneer's second "universal" DVD-Audio/Video and multi-channel SACD player; triple Burr Brown 192KHz/24-bit audio DACs; DVD-R & DVD-RW compatibility | 2-yr |
| Elite DV-47A | $1,000 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 12/108 | - | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | Yes | Pioneer's first "universal" DVD-Audio/Video and multi-channel SACD player; double-layered chassis for stability; 16 video parameter adjustments; 3 video settings (CRT, PDP, professional); Pioneer's proprietary Legato PRO™ processing for better audio reproduction | 2-yr |
| Samsung | |||||||||||||||||
| DVD-S321 | $140 ($90) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | Yes | 24/96 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | front-panel jog/shuttle dial; headphone jack with volume control; comes with 2 remote controls (one full capability, one simple); 10-second replay; DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW playback; TV zoom (screen fit); virtual surround sound | 1-yr |
| DVD-P421 | $150 ($90) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/96 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | front-panel jog/shuttle dial; headphone jack with volume control; comes with 2 remote controls (one full capability, one simple); 10-second replay; DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW playback; TV zoom (screen fit); virtual surround sound | 1-yr |
| DVD-C621 | $150 ($100) |
5 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | Yes | 24/96 | -/- | 1/1/2 | 1/1 | - | headphone jack with volume control; 10-second replay; DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW playback; TV zoom (screen fit); virtual surround sound | 1-yr |
| DVD-P721M | $200 ($180) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 10/54 | Yes | 24/96 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | Memory Stick slot for still pictures (JPEG files) and MP3 audio files; virtual surround sound; front-panel jog/shuttle dial; headphone jack with volume control; comes with 2 remote controls (one full capability, one simple); 10-second replay; DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW playback; TV zoom (screen fit) | 1-yr |
| Model | Price | Disc Capacity (exch) |
Compatible Formats | Video Features | Audio Features | Outputs | Comments | Warrantee (parts/labor) |
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| DVD-Audio | SACD | CD-R
& CD-RW |
MP3
/ HDCD/ WMA |
Prog. Scan |
2:3 Pulldown | Video DAC (bits/MHz) |
Zoom | Audio
DAC (bits/kHz) |
DD/dts Decoding |
Component/ S-video/ Composite |
Digital Outputs (optical/coax) |
5.1-ch Analog Output |
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| Sony & Sony ES - all models feature SmoothScan search and SmoothSlow slow motion which are the smoothest in the industry. Sony down-conversion video processing for 4:3 TVs is better than other brands, and its user interface is top notch. | |||||||||||||||||
| DVP-NS315 | $130 ($100) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | - | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | -/1 | - | Sony's entry-level model for 2002; 10-sec instant replay; Sony's proprietary Digital Cinema Sound modes; available in black or silver; discontinued & replaced by the DVP-NS325 | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVP-NS325 NEW |
$100 | 1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | - | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | -/1 | - | Sony's new entry-level model for 2003; instant replay; TV virtual surround sound (4 modes); DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW playback; available in black or silver | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVP-NS415 | $170 ($130) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | - | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | silver and slim chassis; A/V pass-through feature allowing VCRs and other A/V components to be connected through this DVD player (composite video); 10-sec instant replay; Sony's proprietary Digital Cinema Sound modes | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVP-NC615 | $200 ($150) |
5 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | - | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | -/1 | - | 10-sec instant replay | 1-yr/90-day |
| DVP-NC655P | $250 ($180) |
5 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 12/108 | - | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | Yes | 10-sec instant replay; available in black or silver chassis | 1-yr |
| DVP-NS715P | $200 ($139) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 12/108 | - | 24/192 | -/- | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | - | Sony's pixel-by-pixel I/P conversion de-interlacer with 2:3 pulldown; 10-sec instant replay; soon to be discontinued & replaced by the DVP-NS725P | 1-yr |
| DVP-NS725P Coming Soon |
$150 | 1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 12/108 | - | 24/192 | -/- | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | - | Video DAC with Noise Shaped Video (NSV); instant replay; TV virtual surround sound (4 modes); DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW playback; coming May 2003 | 1-yr? |
| DVP-NS755V | $300 ($220) |
1 | - | Yes | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 12/108 | - | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | Yes | Sony's pixel-by-pixel I/P conversion de-interlacer with 2:3 pulldown; bass management for multi-channel analog output; 10-sec instant replay | 1-yr |
| DVP-CX875P | $500 ($400) |
300+1 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 12/54 | - | 24/96 | -/- | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | - | DVD-R and DVD-RW compatibility; resume (bookmark) function for 40 DVDs | 1-yr |
| DVP-NS999ES | $1200 ($1000) |
1 | - | Yes | Yes | MP3 | Yes | Yes | 14/108 | - | 24/192 | Yes/Yes | 1/2/2 | 1/1 | Yes | Sony's top-of-the-line, reference quality DVD player with multi-channel SACD playback | 5-yr |
| Model | Price | Disc Capacity (exch) |
Compatible Formats | Video Features | Audio Features | Outputs | Comments | Warrantee (parts/labor) |
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| DVD-Audio | SACD | CD-R
& CD-RW |
MP3
/ HDCD/ WMA |
Prog. Scan |
2:3 Pulldown | Video DAC (bits/MHz) |
Zoom | Audio
DAC (bits/kHz) |
DD/dts Decoding |
Component/ S-video/ Composite |
Digital Outputs (optical/coax) |
5.1-ch Analog Output |
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| Toshiba - all models have virtual surround sound; note Toshiba's Colorstream® component video output is the same as any brand's component video output, same is true for their Super Colorstream Pro® progressive component output | |||||||||||||||||
| SD2800 | $200 ($80) |
1 | - | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | Yes | 24/192 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | DVD-R compatibility, CD text; discontinued & replaced by the SD2900 | 1-yr/90-day |
| SD2815 | $150 | 5 (exch) |
- | - | Yes | MP3 | - | - | 10/27 | Yes | 24/96 | -/- | 1/1/1 | 1/1 | - | digital photo viewer (e.g., Kodak Photo CD); virtual surround sound | 1-yr/90-day |
| SD2900 NEW |
$130 ($78) |
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