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OK....got to play with the 2900 some last night and this morning.

The video quality is noticeably better than my 563a. Colors are more vivid and picture sharper.....better depth. It is not a "night and day" difference...but easily noticeable. Makes me wonder how much different it is than the 2910.

Audio is outstanding. I went back between the DACs on my pre/pro and the 2900......so far I am leaning toward the 2900, but much more listening needs to be done. Played one DVD-A.....again...outstanding.

One downside, it seems to have issues with some DVD-R's that I have burned. From what I have read, it is finicky on the media. I can get them all to play, it is just that some to not start properly. From what I have read, it seems to like DVD+R discs better than DVD-R. Not a big deal.

I need to thumb thru the manual so I know all the features....unless Ray wants to fly out and give a tutorial.

MX-700 is all programmed for it already too. I toyed with labeling the DVD button "RayJack" in honor of those that influenced me.

Curt,

I am just moments away from ordering this thing. Why would I want to do this when I have the wonderful Pioneer 563A??? I don't know. I don't have a problem with the Pioneer's video quality. Before I jump on the bandwagon, I just have to know one thing. Will I notice any difference on the audio side compared to the Pio??? The apple of my eye told me the only problem he has with DVD-Rs is during the intial start up. It hesitates for a moment and then plays them just fine.

curtis,

RayJack - that's funny!

Even the 2910 and 3910 can be bit finicky about burned DVDs. I might suggest that you try and use Taiyo Yuden DVD-R media (available from Rima - outstanding etailer). TY is simply the best out there from a media/reliability perspective.

As far as the picture thing goes, the 2910 is a bit sharper, the colors don't "pop" quite as much and the picture is a bit more 2 dimensional. Nothing wrong with it, it's just the difference in the chips. I'm guessing you haven't done the Avia/calibration thing yet. It helps.

The other nice thing about the 2900 is it's speed. NO layer change delay is noticeable and the menus are fast as well.

Give us a review when you are calibrated, setup and experienced!

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MX-700 is all programmed for it already too. I toyed with labeling the DVD button "RayJack" in honor of those that influenced me.

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I'm humbled. But......er.......um......shouldn't that be JACKray?

Ray,

Now you did it. I went over to Crutchfield and ordered one of the last s&d models. I suppose it will be smashed to bits when I get it. At least I get the 30 day free return option. If you hear screaming from the midwest you will know I either opened a box filled with smashed electronics, or it is a cry of glee.

Ha, Ha, Ha! This whole 2900 thing is taking on a life of it's own. Good for you Bruce!

Bruce...I was/am very happy with the 563a as well....but then Ray got ahold of me.....

In honesty, I wanted a little extra....more quality, and the 2900 has it in every aspect.

As for audio, I used the 563a as a transport, using the DAC's in my Sherwood/Newcastle P-965, it sounded much better to me. The 2900's DACs are at least comparable to that of the P-965....IMO.

You know that the MX-700 hard button labels only accept five characters So, while I had not previously considered the notion of whimsical labels, I fear that my creativity will not be accommodated by the technological limitations. Pity.

You guys stop talking about video quality improvements RIGHT NOW. I mean it. Don't make me come over there.

Oh...that's right...5 characters.

Then how about "JACAY"?

tom - is that....audio/video envy I smell on your breath? Perhaps a hint of upgradeitis?