09-24-13: Martykl
"I'd go the other way:"
"I'd spend $1600 on the best AVR or pre-pro/amp combo available and $100 on a disposable Sony BRD player. The Sony actually produces a very good image (at least on the 73" screen in my family room) and you can always upgrade to an Oppo (or similar) when budget allows - if the Sony leaves you itchin' for more."
I am totally with this suggestion. Spend more $$$ on the pre-pro/amp or quality AVR so you don't sell your ML's short with inadequate amplification. You would be able to stream music/movies with a $100.00 BD player. Then as funds allow in the future, go get the Oppo.
Bill
"I'd go the other way:"
"I'd spend $1600 on the best AVR or pre-pro/amp combo available and $100 on a disposable Sony BRD player. The Sony actually produces a very good image (at least on the 73" screen in my family room) and you can always upgrade to an Oppo (or similar) when budget allows - if the Sony leaves you itchin' for more."
I am totally with this suggestion. Spend more $$$ on the pre-pro/amp or quality AVR so you don't sell your ML's short with inadequate amplification. You would be able to stream music/movies with a $100.00 BD player. Then as funds allow in the future, go get the Oppo.
Bill