FS: Denon DVD-2900, mint, original box, etc.

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billbillw
billbillw Posts: 8,104
edited January 2008 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
Ok, I've made the move to Bluray, and I've got a dedicated SACD player, so this lovely Denon is kinda redundant right now (I don't have any DVD-A), so its time to offer it up for sale.

I'm the original owner, picked it up in January 2005 from Listenup. I have the original box/packing, remote, manual, etc. The remote has only been used a few times since I've always used a Universal remote. This baby should be totally like new. Upon receipt, it was placed directly in my elevated shelf and has not moved since then. It should be completely flawless, but if for some reason, I put a nick or slight scratch on the top/back/sides while putting it in the shelf, I will post an update. I will take this out of my system Tuesday night and inspect it closer, but 99.5% sure its flawless. Firmware is also upgraded to the very latest that Denon offered.

For those that are unfamiliar with the 2900, it plays any red laser disk, DVD, SACD, DVD-A, MP3, CDs, CDR, DVD+R/RW, etc., and does and excellent job with all of them. This is a 480p component video output player (no HDMI or DVI). I'd rather have this non-upscaling 480p player than any of the macroblocking Faroudja players.

It scored an excellent '90' on the DVD Benchmark This is probably among the best 10 DVD players ever. Very robust construction, weighing in at almost 18 lbs. It has been termed "the Ferrari of DVD players" because of its exceptionally fast operation through menus, screen changes, layer changes, etc.

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This has the excellent Silicon Optix NSV chip, that is known for its exceptionally smooth film-like image quality. NO MACROBLOCKING HERE!

Also known for its great SACD and CD playback, this is a top notch player that originally retailed for $999 and was seldom discounted.

SOLD TO HEARINGIMPAIRED

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  • reeltrouble1
    reeltrouble1 Posts: 9,312
    edited January 2008
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    I know HI was looking for one of these.

    Nice Looking unit.

    RT1
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited January 2008
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    PM Sent, I'll take it.
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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 8,104
    edited January 2008
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    I guess RT1 was correct.

    Pending sale. That didn't take long.
    See profile for rigs. Nothing else here.
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,546
    edited January 2008
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    hearingimpared wrote: »
    PM Sent, I'll take it.

    You weren't gonna let that fish go this time! Good grab.
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Source: Rotel CD14MkII CD Player - Speakers: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • DAGLJAM6
    DAGLJAM6 Posts: 635
    edited January 2008
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    You won't be disappointed, an excellent universal player.
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  • Strong Bad
    Strong Bad Posts: 4,278
    edited January 2008
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    hearingimpared wrote: »
    PM Sent, I'll take it.

    Good man!

    I bought a used one (but looks brand new) from a forum member. Fantastic player!

    You got a great price on a great unit!
    No excuses!
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  • Shizelbs
    Shizelbs Posts: 7,433
    edited January 2008
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    I miss my 2900
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  • Dave38
    Dave38 Posts: 101
    edited January 2008
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    I've got a 2900 and love it. Even when I buy my BR player, I won't be selling this one. It's a keeper.
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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 8,104
    edited January 2008
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    Yeah, yeah, I'll probably have Denon withdrawl on this one too, but I don't have room to have the Denon and my new Bluray, and my SCD-333ES in the living room. My shelving is limited. Having the Sony SACD in the living room will lessen any symptoms I might have.
    See profile for rigs. Nothing else here.
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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,800
    edited January 2008
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    I still get up and boogie when I play mine I got from Early B. You'll like this one Joe.
    Congrats!
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited January 2008
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    steveinaz wrote: »
    You weren't gonna let that fish go this time! Good grab.

    Yes sir. That was the exact Denon that I was looking for and the 2910 got me confussed, which these days isn't hard to do.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited January 2008
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    DAGLJAM6 wrote: »
    You won't be disappointed, an excellent universal player.

    I heard it at Polkfest GA both SACD and DVD-A and was sold on it then.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,640
    edited January 2008
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    I'd go ahead and send that out for a hot rod mod.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited January 2008
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    Thanks guys. I'm going to be selling the Oppo HD 970 that Madmax lined the transport and inner case with Dynamat. I think I'm going to throw in a 25' HDMI cable.

    I post a separate ad.

    Thanks again Bill.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited January 2008
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    dorokusai wrote: »
    I'd go ahead and send that out for a hot rod mod.

    Which are you speaking of Mark?
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,640
    edited January 2008
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    The usual suspects....Underwood, Modwright or SACDmods.com. I would go with Matt @ SACD but it's your dime.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited January 2008
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    dorokusai wrote: »
    The usual suspects....Underwood, Modwright or SACDmods.com. I would go with Matt @ SACD but it's your dime.

    Thanks Mark.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited January 2008
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    Got it, I'm just waiting for my cables to come up from Ben. I'm going to connect it to a Musical Fidelity Tube Buffer and then to the Tri Vista . . . I am salivation.

    Thanks Bill.
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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,800
    edited January 2008
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    Get yer "Boogie Pants" on! I'm thinking about a DAC for mine. Any suggestions?
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