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The Sony UBP-X1100ES, the successor to Sony's highly successful UBP-X1000ES, is finally here. While it is not radically different from its predecessor, it does manage to have updated features which are well worth the cost. Sony has a clear vision for the new UBP models, and they have been highly successful at maintaining it thus far.

What's Is the Sony UBP-X1100ES?

Sony's UBP-X1000ES was an attempt at stepping into the market of high-end Blu-ray players for audiophiles and other enthusiasts. Prior to this, a company named Oppo had dominated the enthusiast Blu-ray market. They stopped creating Blu-ray players a few years ago, leaving a gaping hole that someone had to fill. Sony chose to take up this role, as did companies such as Pioneer.

The Sony UBP-X1100ES was thus constructed with the enthusiast in mind. Outside, the device features a high-end, rigid chassis intended to prevent vibrations and interference that would reduce audio and video quality. On the inside, the UBP-X1100ES supports nearly any file format for audio, video, or images that you could possibly desire. In addition, it features HDR10 and Dolby Vision, as well as Hybrid Log Gamma HDR. Native 4K UHD support is also included, and the device does a fantastic job at upscaling full HD images to 4K. Built-in WiFi and streaming support are welcome features, including native 3D streaming.

Region-Free Features

The UBP-X1100ES' region-free features are phenomenal, allowing one to use it with any voltage, on any TV in the world. Blu-ray discs and DVDs from around the world function perfectly. This is great for individuals who have moved to other countries or collect foreign films. The worldwide voltage feature requires nothing more than the press of a button to shift between 120 and 220 volts, giving you the ability to use your UBP-X1100ES in North America, Africa, Asia, or Europe with no need for obnoxious voltage conversion. Its internal Pal/NTSC conversion offers compatibility with nearly any television. This Blu-ray player will be ready to go as soon as you remove it from its box! This feature is only guaranteed for devices purchased from 220-electronics.com, as they are modified by a team of experts. Any UBP-X1100ES purchased from other locations will almost certainly lack these region-free features.

Other Features

The Sony UBP-X1100ES has some other features that are quite nice. People often neglect 4K UHD Blu-ray players due to their lack of 4K televisions. In this case, Sony has specifically designed their device with these people in mind. Not only will the UBP-X1100ES output a crisp, beautiful 4K UHD HDR image on intended TVs, it will work on non-4K televisions as well! While the image output will not actually be 4K, it will produce an image rendered in 4K and then downscaled to full HD. This produces a gorgeous image when compared to standard HD. While not as perfect as the image of 4K Blu-rays on 4K televisions, it is a nice bonus and allows those who want better image quality to receive it without replacing their TV.

Support for BT.2020 color spaces was also a nice addition. BT.2020 provides a substantially wider range of colors than traditional TV signals, and drastically alters the natural qualities of colors output from video content. "Bravia Mode" is an additional mode they have added to encourage customers to purchase Sony televisions as well. While not a necessary feature, when using a supported television this device will output even smoother, higher definition video. While a nice bonus, it is in no way a necessity; it mostly serves as a small wink to those who own multiple Sony devices.

Conclusion

Overall, we have found the Sony UBP-X1100ES to be a fantastic device capable of delivering on the promises made by the company. As always, the region-free version of this player is not available in retail stores. You can purchase one today from us at 220-Electronics.com, ready to play region A, B, and C Blu-ray discs. Contact our expert support team if you have any questions or concerns, or if you are making the move from Oppo and want to discuss the changes with someone before purchasing.

The Region-Free Oppo UDP-205 Blu-ray Player is here and it's ready to deliver the finest home theater experience imaginable. The UDP-205 is a 4k UHD player similar to the popular UDP-203 but with an enhanced focus on producing reference quality audio for true audiophiles. As always, this Oppo machine features heavy-duty construction that's designed to last a lifetime, plus the very latest in cutting-edge audio/video technology. Precision engineering and unparalleled performance has given Oppo a name that's respected around the globe, and the UDP-205 does a fine job of keeping that reputation in place.

 

 

The Region-Free UDP-205 is more costly than the 203 and comes with a different set of features, but for anyone who's serious about audio the 205 is a must have unit that provides excellent control and compatibility for a wide-range of use.

 

What makes the UDP-205 so special? It begins with the components. This machine is equipped with a torodial power supply to enhance power delivery why reducing interferences that can be caused by traditional steel-core transformers. It provides cleaner, more focused energy to each and every audio component in the system, resulting in exceptional sound clarity and depth. The machine is also equipped with two SABRE PRO DACs (ESS Technology ES9038PRO) - one for 7.1-channel audio and another for stereo - to ensure the richest and most powerful sound regardless of your audio setup. The headphone amplifier also utilizes the high-end SABRE PRO DAC, giving headphone performance that is unmatched even by Oppo's previous machines. Furthermore, the unique asynchronous USB DAC input supports sample rates of up to 768kHz PCM and DSD 512, and can convert digital signals from other home theater components to analog, bypassing the low-fidelity DACs of computers, video game consoles, etc.. A second audio zone can also be setup, allowing you to utilize the 7.1-channel system to feed audio to speakers in a second part of your home such as a bar, basement or outdoor speakers for improved coverage and acoustics.

 

Featuring an HDMI audio jitter reduction circuit, the Region-Free Oppo UDP-205 offers increased audio timing and accuracy when the audio-only HDMI port is used for connecting your audio signal. This improves the quality of both PCM and DSD audio, while aiding in the production of error-free audio when using compressed bitstream audio. No matter how this player is setup and configured, it offers the utmost flexibility for superior sound quality. In the case of the Region-Free Opo UDP-205, the statement "you get what you pay for" couldn't be more true. This player offers the best of the best with no boring fillers or unnecessary features.

 

Compatibility is another factor that the folks at Oppo have mastered with the UDP-205 as the player is compatible with nearly all file formats and every type of disc imaginable. Yes, this includes SACD. Whether you're popping in a disc, accessing files from another device via your home network or utilizing a USB port to play your favorite audio files, the 205 plays practically anything. In fact, there wasn't a popular audio format that it wouldn't play for us and we tried many. The same can be said for high definition audio decoding, as all major formats are supported including the latest such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. Lossless audio decoding is also packaged with the 205, lending support for AIFF, WAV, ALAC, APE and FLAC formats.

 

It's important to mention that our Region-Free Oppo UDP-205 has been professionally modified for universal playback and compatibility and that this model is not available in stores. It is equipped with worldwide voltage, allowing it to work anywhere in the world (110 to 240 volts and 50/60hz) without a voltage converter/transformer. It also features internal PAL to NTSC conversion which eliminates the need for audio/video converters and makes it simple to plug & play with any TV. More importantly, it will play any Blu-ray or DVD disc from any region in the world. You can take this player anywhere, use any TV, and play any disc - it works every time and delivers superior performance that only Oppo can offer. What more needs to be said? Learn more about the Region-Free Oppo UDP-205 here and get yours today, you won't be disappointed.

 

Regarded as one of the finest and most respected brands of Blu-ray players on the market, it's no surprise that the introduction of Oppo's newest Blu-ray model is a big deal. The Oppo UDP-203 is a 4K Ultra-HD Blu-ray player packed with the ingenuity and experience of over 2 decades in high-end home theater equipment. Set to be released by the end of the year, it's raising many eyebrows - especially with a price tag similar to the previous model. If you're ready to experience the best of the best in home theater, get ready for the Region-Free Oppo UDP-203. Here's what you can expect...

 

 

Features of the Region-Free Oppo UDP-203

Advanced Image and Audio Processing Technology: Featuring a specialized 4K UHD Blu-ray decoder and a 32 bit, 8-channel DAC by AKM, the UDP-203 is fit to deliver stunning audio and imagery in a wide variety of formats.

 

Custom 4K Loader: The disc loading component features an optimizes laser for ultra-fast disc loading and maximum compatibility. This means more efficient disc reading, less errors, and artifact-free playback.

 

4K Playback: Compatible with 4K Blu-ray discs and 4K media files, the UDP-203 can handle practically any content you give it - including user-generated 4K media such as home video.

 

HDR and HDR to SDR Conversion: For superior clarity and precision, high-dynamic range (HDR) delivers more natural and lifelike color palette. HDR-10 format is supported, as is HDR to SDR conversion.

 

4K UHD Upscaling: Want to enjoy non-4K media in 4K quality? No problem. The UDP-203 can upscale your non-4K movies and videos to 4 times the resolution of a 1080p blu-ray disc.

 

Advanced Picture Control: Adjust brightness, contrast, hue, saturation and sharpness to your exact preferences or personal tastes.

 

7.1 Channel Analog Output: Delivers a broad range of compatibility for nearly any pre-amp, receiver or amplifier imaginable.

 

High-Quality Metal Construction: Oppo's metal chassis lives on! Craftsmanship is top priority and the UDP-203 is no exception. Experience the sturdiness and rigidity of this high-quality player via a long lifespan and superior resistance to shakes and bumps that will cause other players to skip.

 

High-Res User Interface: Easy to use, fun to use, and featuring optimal functionality. The user interface is unlike anything you've seen before.

 

 

Of course, the above is only the beginning. The Region-Free Oppo UDP-203 Blu-ray Player is ready to take anywhere and play anything - anywhere in the world. Featuring worldwide voltage, it works in any country from 110 volts to 240 volts. Professionally modified to play Blu-ray and DVDs from any region in the world, it offers superior flexibility. Internal PAL/NTSC conversion allows for compatibility with any TV and completely eliminates the need for expensive video/audio converters and messy wiring. The Region-Free UDP-203 is a true plug-and-play solution to high-end, globally compatible home theater.

 

Stay tuned to 220-electonics for more information on pricing and release dates for the Region-Free Oppo UDP-203. The region-free model won't be available in most stores, so we'll do our best to keep you updated on availability as the month goes on.

 

In the today's world of Blu-ray technology there is an endless choice of players to choose from. Almost all of the popular electronics manufacturers offer their own respective models, from economical to the higher-end players and everything in-between. It's true that you get what you pay for, but there's something to be said for the lack of quality with most models. Cheap plastics, miniature remote controls and players that have a generic look and feel to them are among the most common on the store shelves. It seems that the electronics of 20 years ago with solid build quality, high-end components and long lifespans are almost non-existent nowadays.

 

There is one manufacturer, however, who manufactures Blu-ray players of excellent quality and performance; Oppo. Often considered "high end", Oppo's attention to detail and commitment to the highest quality audio & video performance cannot be denied. They consistently produce some of the very finest Blu-ray players available on the market today.

 

Oppo Quality Construction

If you're sick and tired of flimsy, lightweight players made from low-quality components, an Oppo Blu-ray player will bring a definitive sigh of relief. Built upon a steel chassis with an aluminum faceplate and a center mounted disc loader, Oppo's players are designed for durability and performance. Their smallest and most inexpensive model, the BDP-103 weighs in at a solid 11 pounds while their flagship model BDP-105 weighs in at a hefty 17.3 pounds. Their rigidity and weight allows them to remain planted in place while avoiding interference or vibration, even with hard-hitting bass from your home theater speakers.

 

Did we mention Oppo's players are also quiet? Unique passive cooling technology allows for a fan less design that keeps the player running cool and quiet at all times.

 

Oppo Performance

Anyone who owns an Oppo knows. The performance of these players is second to none and sure to please even the most discriminating buyer. The Region Free Oppo BDP-105 is built upon a reference-quality Sabre32 Audio DAC, which is the world's finest performing 32-bit audio solution. It also features Darbee Visual Presence video technology to deliver imagery like you've never seen before. Even the less expensive BDP-103 is equipped with Qdeo technology by Marvell, featuring the Kyoto-G2H video processor for flawless video performance. With Oppo, it's not just about 1080p or 4K, it's about creating the absolute best audio and video experience by incorporating the finest quality components available today. Not only do Oppo Blu-ray players offer multiple picture modes, up-conversion and true 24p video, they also feature the unparalleled high fidelity audio for even the most discerning audiophiles. Loaded with input and output features, there are several ways to run your Oppo, including digital and coaxial outputs in addition to HDMI.

 

Oppo Region-Free

What's better than having one of the world's finest Blu-ray Players? Knowing that you can use it anywhere in the world to play any disc on any TV. The Region Free Oppo BDP-103 and Region Free Oppo BDP-105 feature worldwide voltage, allowing you to plug & play without the need for a voltage transformer. The player can be used with any voltage from 110 to 240 volts. The Region-Free playback lets you play both Blu-ray and DVD discs from any region in the world, perfect for those who travel or purchase foreign titles. Last but not least, internal PAL/NTSC conversion gives you the flexibility to use your Oppo with any TV. There's no need for an external video converter or messy wiring, the Oppo handles the conversion for you. Region Free Oppo Blu-ray Players are truly made for global use - it works anywhere and plays anything, giving you confidence and peace of mind.

 

Learn More About Region Free Oppo Blu-ray Players

If we've piqued your interest, you're probably curious about everything else Oppo Blu-ray Players have to offer. They're jam-packed with the most useful and convenient features you could imagine, and then some. Check out more details about Region Free Oppo Blu-ray Players today on our website. If you're in the market for the best, you'll have a hard time passing up an Oppo. You surely won't regret it, and there's a good chance it'll be the last Blu-ray Player you'll ever need to buy.

 

When it comes to Blu-ray Players, you literally have hundreds of options to chose from. Amongst the different brands - some well-known and others not - you'll find a whirlwind of various models, each boasting their own features and cutting edge technologies as a lure to make a purchase. Of course, pricing is a huge factor and the competition lately is fierce among the top brands such as Sony, LG, Toshiba, and Samsung and more. Just as rapidly as the technology appears, it seems to be outdated within a matter of months as new models with new options appear on the market. If you're after the best of the best, sometimes it's better to just take a step back and look at the bigger picture.

 

Quality or Quantity?

At an average of about $200 a pop, Blu-ray players aren't cheap. Usually, they'll last a year or two without fail depending on how heavily used they are. Some will last much longer. Others will be moved into the bedroom or a guest room as you upgrade your home theater with the newest of the new in an attempt to capture the best quality and the latest features. But it all that really necessary? Do you need to purchase a new unit every couple years? Are you really upgrading to technology that's worth the new purchase? Are the cutting-edge features even something you're going to use? How can you get the best bang-for-the-buck and ensure you're getting a high quality unit that won't disappoint? Enter Oppo.

 

When Only the Best Will Do

Oppo has been around for a long time. You may or may not have heard of the brand. If you're serious about your home theater and have done any type of research about top-of-the-line units then you've probably came across the name before. You might have also looked at the price tag and had a mild stroke, wondering how in the heck the prices are so high on something that just plays movies. You might have even laughed at the price while wondering who's actually foolish enough to spend that kind of money. Or, you might have looked a bit deeper - you might even know someone who owns an Oppo.... Chances are, if you asked them about their Oppo Blu-ray Player they responded with overwhelming praise because... Well, Oppo rules!

 

Unlike certain products where you end up paying more for a brand name, a label or even solely for bragging rights, Oppo is different. Known for being one of the best performing Blu-ray manufacturers in the world, Oppo has set a precedent for delivering the highest quality available. From design and styling to functionality, reliability and lifespan there's not many who can confidently say they build machines that perform as good as an Oppo. So what is it - what's the big deal about Oppo Blu-ray Players and what makes them so special? How could they perform so well that they're worth 10 times more than a no-name player from Walgreens that you can pickup for $40?

 

Design. Dedication. Dignity

Well, to be honest, Oppo is known as one of the best simply because they are - and there's no arguing it. From concept to completion, these Blu-ray players have one intention - to deliver the absolute highest quality in all aspects.

 

From the rigid metal-chassis design that provides durability, protection, strength and balance to the high-end internal components, these things are built to work hard and do it flawlessly. Oppos uses Qdeo processor technology to visually outperform the competition time after time and has perfected the art of home theater. ESS Sabre digital-to-analog converters (DAC) as well as balanced and unbalanced dedicated stereo outputs, a toroidal linear power supply, and asynchronous USB DAC input boost the Oppo to an unparalleled level of audio quality.

 

It may all sound like techno-babble to you but here it goes, in laymen's terms: When you take the highest quality components available and use quality craftsmanship to combine them, you get a products that not only performs like no other but lasts longer than the others. With an Oppo, what you're going to get IS what you paid for - the clearest audio you can imagine, a picture so vibrant, crisp and vivid that you'll never want to own an inferior player again, and a build quality that has you wondering if this thing would survive a nuclear war. Seriously.

 

Check Them Out For Yourself

Are you sick of dropping $250 to unpack age a new player that has the weight of a loaf of bread? Sick of needing to wait seemingly forever for a disc to load? Tired of useless updates that seem to do nothing other than crash your machine or render certain features unusable? Sick of freezing screens, players that skip when the bass from your surround sound hits too hard? Sick of all these extra options that leave you feeling like you've been had since you don't really need them? So was everyone else who bought an Oppo. And now they'll probably never need to buy another Blu-ray Player in their lifetime.

 

But don't take our word for it. There are different models of Oppo players available to purchase from 220 Electronics and they're all region-free as well. This means they can play any Blu-ray or DVD from anywhere in the world, and they never require a video or voltage converter regardless of where in the world you're using it and no matter what kind of TV you couple it with. We don't want to keep you here too long. Check out our Region Free Oppo Blu-ray Players for yourself. Look at the options and check the specifications. Then do some research on your own. Check out the ratings and see what other Oppo owners are saying about the brand. If you're prepared, take the plunge. It'll be the last time you'll ever have to purchase a Blu-ray Player.