Would you like a brand-new $800 universal player for under $100.00?

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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 6,727
    edited October 2010
    DaveHo wrote: »
    Bill,

    I was told to make sure the return shipping cost is on the label or written on the box under the RA#. That way it will be refunded also.

    -Dave

    Thanks for that info.
    For rig details, see my profile. Nothing here anymore...
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  • HB27
    HB27 Posts: 1,518
    edited October 2010
    Ok,
    I've taken time to play with this now and I'll say it's not a bad unit at all for video or multi channel audio. Well worth the bucks for flicks. Exactly what I had hoped for in a DVDP.
    2 channel audio is decent. I can't recommend it as a high end audio component but it's good "mid-fi" and it does play cd just fine. NO problems with disc reading or playback at all even on a lot of burnt cdr or whatever I've thrown into it. It's a bit harsh on top but I compensated with cables and it's a good sounding unit. Good enough for my limited SACD and HDCD inventory. I'm a vinyl guy first so this is "Plan C" and will be fine.
    It's a keeper for MY purposes. Now just going to wait and see how long it lasts.
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  • megasat16
    megasat16 Posts: 3,521
    edited October 2010
    From what I am reading here, I don't think I regret not ordering a Sherwood unit.
    Trying out Different Audio Cables is a Religious Affair. You don't discuss it with anyone. :redface::biggrin:
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  • HB27
    HB27 Posts: 1,518
    edited October 2010
    Well......For the money....we were all looking for a steal, it was advertised great (don't believe what you read) and has a lot of features and functions.
    You get what you pay for.
    "Sherwood" should have been the first clue. LOL!
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  • jim 249
    jim 249 Posts: 347
    edited October 2010
    I searched the web for reviews on this and could find none. I think I will pass. There has to be a reason that it is selling for $100.00.


    After reading some of these reviews, you all have answered the question!!!!! HaHaHaHaHa!!!!!!!!!!!
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  • jim 249
    jim 249 Posts: 347
    edited October 2010
    Well......For the money....we were all looking for a steal, it was advertised great (don't believe what you read) and has a lot of features and functions.
    You get what you pay for.
    "Sherwood" should have been the first clue. LOL!

    Sherwood was a very high end name back in the 1960's. Like other high end names like Dual and others, the names get sold and new products are sold under the old name as high end stuff, which in most cases are inferior quality. Buyer Beware!!!!
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  • faster100
    faster100 Posts: 6,124
    edited October 2010
    Received mine today, looks real good and feels good weight wise.
    Video seems ok, just hooked it up so no real testing yet. BUT for $100.00 bucks its a keeper.
    No loud transport noise on mine
    MY HT RIG:
    Sherwood p-965
    Sherwood sd871 dvd
    Rotel 1075 amp x5
    LSI15 mains
    LsiC center
    LSIfx surround backs
    Lsi7 side surrounds
    SVS pb12/plus2

    2 Channel Rig:

    nad 1020 Pre-amp
    Rotel 1080 stereo amp
    Polk sda 2B
    kenwood grunt Tuner
    realistic lab 450 TT
    Signal cable IC
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  • vc69
    vc69 Posts: 2,500
    edited October 2010
    I'm flipping mine over to a friend who will only use it for movies. He wins, I get my money back. Btw... I haven't had any problems playing discs so far.
    -Kevin
    HT: Philips 52PFL7432D 52" LCD 1080p / Onkyo TX-SR 606 / Oppo BDP-83 SE / Comcast cable. (all HDMI)B&W 801 - Front, Polk CS350 LS - Center, Polk LS90 - Rear
    2 Channel:
    Oppo BDP-83 SE
    Squeezebox Touch
    Muscial Fidelity M1 DAC
    VTL 2.5
    McIntosh 2205 (refurbed)
    B&W 801's
    Transparent IC's
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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 6,727
    edited October 2010
    Sounds like the drive problems are hit or miss. Mine is on its way back to MCM. Probably would have kept it if the drive worked correctly, but I didn't want to deal with getting a replacement. I'll just hold on to my C333ES as a backup for now.
    For rig details, see my profile. Nothing here anymore...
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  • faster100
    faster100 Posts: 6,124
    edited October 2010
    mine was purchased with video only in mind and it seems to do good at that. I'm sure better players can be had ymmv
    MY HT RIG:
    Sherwood p-965
    Sherwood sd871 dvd
    Rotel 1075 amp x5
    LSI15 mains
    LsiC center
    LSIfx surround backs
    Lsi7 side surrounds
    SVS pb12/plus2

    2 Channel Rig:

    nad 1020 Pre-amp
    Rotel 1080 stereo amp
    Polk sda 2B
    kenwood grunt Tuner
    realistic lab 450 TT
    Signal cable IC
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  • HB27
    HB27 Posts: 1,518
    edited October 2010
    The more I learn about mine the more I like it.
    Nice and quiet, fast, plays any disc I throw at at, good laser system as I've got some messed up discs and this doesn't have any problem playing them, and it's becoming a good audio player the more I fine tune it. The HDMI sucks for audio but I've bypassed it with good cables and it's not bad sounding at all now.
    Well worth the bucks IF it holds up for any length of time.
    My advice is just play around with until you hit the combination for your system. "Synergy" maybe?
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  • HB27
    HB27 Posts: 1,518
    edited October 2010
    UPDATE...
    Mine died this morning. It locked up a few times and then went black. DEAD!
    It's on it's way back now. No out of pocket cost to me.
    Return shipping and full purchase price to be refunded on receipt of unit.
    I can't say much for Sherwood NewCastle but MCM Electronics is "Top Notch" in customer service. I'll go out of my way to do business with them just because they stand with their customers. That's the way you make a company!!!!
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  • vc69
    vc69 Posts: 2,500
    edited October 2010
    Holy crap. I just flipped mine to a buddy. I may repo that thing and send it back. I don't wanna lose a good friend. Dangit!
    -Kevin
    HT: Philips 52PFL7432D 52" LCD 1080p / Onkyo TX-SR 606 / Oppo BDP-83 SE / Comcast cable. (all HDMI)B&W 801 - Front, Polk CS350 LS - Center, Polk LS90 - Rear
    2 Channel:
    Oppo BDP-83 SE
    Squeezebox Touch
    Muscial Fidelity M1 DAC
    VTL 2.5
    McIntosh 2205 (refurbed)
    B&W 801's
    Transparent IC's
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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 6,727
    edited October 2010
    Well, I got the refund for the original price, but MCM did not add the extra cost for return shipping even though I had it clearly written on the box and on the receipt inside.

    HB27, DaveHo, did you guys see the refund yet? Did you get back your return shipping costs?
    For rig details, see my profile. Nothing here anymore...
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,195
    edited October 2010
    I have to say that I'm really liking mine for DVD-A. I'm still using the stock IC's and I think it sounds really good. Definitely worth $98...unless it kills over on me like many of you have experienced.
    Things work out best for those who make the best of the way things work out.-John Wooden
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  • HB27
    HB27 Posts: 1,518
    edited October 2010
    billbillw wrote: »
    Well, I got the refund for the original price, but MCM did not add the extra cost for return shipping even though I had it clearly written on the box and on the receipt inside.

    HB27, DaveHo, did you guys see the refund yet? Did you get back your return shipping costs?

    As soon as mine was received and processed I recieved a full refund including shipping from MCM. No out of pocket cost to me.
    MCM stands up for the customer. Thumbs up to them.
    The Sherwood however was a disappointment. Sixteen pounds shipped should have been a clue.
    Best of luck to those of you that still have one.
    I haven't had much luck with DVD players lately. My Pioneer Elite died but my 10 year old cheap Toshiba is still chugging along. Lousy audio quality but it's an old workhorse I'm back to using again.
    I'm looking at a used Cary at a decent price. I'm still "haggling" on it.
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  • DaveHo
    DaveHo Posts: 3,500
    edited October 2010
    I just got mine boxed & read to go back today. I've been busy as all get out lately & had trouble finding a suitable outer box to ship it in. Funny, they weren't concerned about double boxing it when they sent it to me. If they didn't refund the return shipping, I'd call them & see what they'll do for you.

    -Dave
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  • faster100
    faster100 Posts: 6,124
    edited October 2010
    I guess i lucked out. Still going strong, No noises in the drive, you guys must be rough on dvd players :D
    MY HT RIG:
    Sherwood p-965
    Sherwood sd871 dvd
    Rotel 1075 amp x5
    LSI15 mains
    LsiC center
    LSIfx surround backs
    Lsi7 side surrounds
    SVS pb12/plus2

    2 Channel Rig:

    nad 1020 Pre-amp
    Rotel 1080 stereo amp
    Polk sda 2B
    kenwood grunt Tuner
    realistic lab 450 TT
    Signal cable IC
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  • ESavinon
    ESavinon Posts: 3,066
    edited October 2010
    Mine still going... No issues, yet.
    SRT For Life; SDA Forever!

    The SRT SEISMIC System:
    Four main satellite speakers, six powered subs, two dedicated for LFE channel, two center speakers for over/under screen placement and three Control Centers. Amaze your friends, terrorize your neighbors, seize the audio bragging rights for your state. Go ahead, buy it; you only go around once.
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