Want new SSP for BlueRay DVD support

[AVPaul]

I want to upgrade my Anthem AVM30 to a new SSP that supports the latest BlueRay codecs and HDMI support. My current system contains Anthem AVM30, Parasound Halo A51, & Paradigm Studio 100 v.3. I am looking for suggestions for a new SSP that's not going to break the bank - maybe under $2-3K.

[wettou]

I want to upgrade my Anthem AVM30 to a new SSP that supports the latest BlueRay codecs and HDMI support. My current system contains Anthem AVM30, Parasound Halo A51, & Paradigm Studio 100 v.3. I am looking for suggestions for a new SSP that's not going to break the bank - maybe under $2-3K.

Check out the new Marantz, Yamaha, Onkyo, Anthem also has a new AV

[whoaru99]

If you can live without the HDMI switching, a player with multichannel analog outs is always an option to extend the processor lifecycle. It's what I do using my AVM 20 and Panasonic BD55.

[Chris D]

Yeah, Denon just announced some stuff that kicks butt... I think there's some special 100th anniversary stuff or something from them too.

[AVPaul]

Chris,

I have considered using the analog inputs on the AVM30. I was thinking it may not sound that great. How did the sound change when you used the analog inputs?

[Chris D]

Paul- My setup sounds GREAT. I use my Denon HDMI reciever only as an outboard HDMI audio decoder, receiving HDMI 1.3 from my PS3, HD-DVD player, etc. It decodes everything and sends via analog multichannel outs to my main theater surround sound processor. I have not noticed any signal loss, noise, or compromise/constraints in the sound. However, I do still want to eventually get a high-end HDMI audio processor all in one unit, instead of passing through two, for true perfection.