Denon DVD-2500BTCI Blu-ray/DVD/CD Player
From the Manufacturer
Go beyond standard processing with the ultimate Blu-Ray/DVD/CD digital transporter for the digital purist. Combining top-of-the line audio/video standards with a rigid, multi¬layered construction, this breakthrough transporter eliminates outside interference to deliver unrivaled playback from a wide range of digital sources. And all this performance is delivered to your HDTV via HDMI. The DVD-2500BTCI is a Blu-ray disc transport that outputs video and digital audio signals via an HDMI port. When connected to a Denon A/V surround amp with an HD-format decoder, such as the AVR-4308CI, the DVD-2500BTCI’s transport features can be used on their own to enjoy high-quality video and audio. Features Separate blocks to suppress interference between circuits Precision Drive Mechanism — a Denon original 1080p output to bring out the full quality of film HDMI 1.3a output for HD video and audio signal transmission with deep color and high bit-rate audio output
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Here’s where I started with Blu-Ray… The pathetic Sony Blu-Ray players (several models) that have the slowest of all Blu-Ray players with Made In China quality (or lack of). The Sony Blu-Ray players were the worst of any.
I graduated to the Panasonic’s next. The BD30 and later the very popular BD35. Both were ‘GOOD’ players. On the other hand, if I tried to plug in a cable without the Panasonic MOUNTED to the concrete, their one-pound weight per deck caused it to fly off a shelve like a pice of Post-It note. Made In China quality and a Panasonic remote (not a positive).
I tried others. Low-end brands and so-called medium brands.
I finally buy Denon’s DVD-2500BTCI. It’s called a TRANSPORT unit because it is a pure 100% digital-only player. If you don’t have HDMI to HDMI only, move-on…
Stunning color quality! Unlike anything I’ve ever seen. One more time: STUNNING PICTURE & COLOR quality.
Better yet, this thing weighs something!
Turn it on and it quickly responds (a major Blu-Ray issue is LAG). Yes, once you insert the BLU-RAY disc, it does take ime to load. That’s normal but everything else makes the ’2500′ the fastest of Blu-Ray players ever that I have used/tested/played with.
I think the REMOTE is excellent! Others do not and Denon does have a reputation for lousy remotes. This one is an exception.
Well worth the money. Really!
5.0 out of 5 stars
Goes great with a Denon AVR-4308CI
I have a Denon AVR-4308CI bought at a bargain price (not from Amazon). Everyone said that the DVD-2500BTCI would go great with that receiver and they were right.
I bought this DVD player to replace my Denon 3910. Now that the format wars appear over, I wanted to start my Blu-ray collection.
Unit performs well. For regular DVD’s picture is about the same as the Denon 3910. Blu-ray disks are comperable to HD television. Uses the same remote codes as the older 3910, so I did not need to get my Pronto universal remote re-programmed — a real advantage. Also has some features I have not tried yet, such as markers.
Remote is OK, reasonably well laid out.
Negatives:
I have not found any negatives on the features I used, but here are a few to keep in mind. The only method of connecting the device is via the HDMI. This is fine for me, but not if you plan to hook this to an older AMP.
Playback will only play DVD-R not +R. I have not tested this.
In both cases, one would expect that a unit listing for $999.00 would have features sold by other for much less. As with most Denon products, they tend to be overpriced, and you must move up the the $1,999 Denon 3800 to get all the ports. Not a problem for most people, but keep this in mind should you plan to connect this to an older home theater system.
In all, I am happy with this product.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Denon Blu-Ray
As you would expect with any product manufactured by Denon, this is a beautiful piece of equipment that performs flawlessly.
This is by far one of the best Blu ray players on the market. The picture is stunning and has a very cinematic, non-analytical image. This blows away the similar Sony 2000ES. As this is only a transport, it has no analog audio outputs, the sound is amazing when paired with a HD-format audio decoding receiver. This is definitely a great unit for the money. Get ready to be amazed.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Denon DVD Player
Denon is a great name in electronics and I couldn’t be any more pleased with my purchase. From the combined standpoint of quality, price, convenience and timely delivery; all…
5.0 out of 5 stars
A good solid machine
I’ve had this machine for a about two weeks now. So far I am very happy with it. Here is my review:
Sound quality: excellent, rich and clear
Vieod qualiity:…
5.0 out of 5 stars
Well…I just ordered it
I’ve been tracking this BD player for sometime now an in reading up came across the attached review […
5.0 out of 5 stars
Worth the extra money
Very good product, keep one thing in mind. The audio only comes through the HDMI connection so if your reciever only has optical audio inputs (or Thing is this is the only way to…
3.0 out of 5 stars
Only supports HDMI output
This model only supports HDMI output. I was planning on using it in my family room where the TV is above the fireplace and I have component cables running from the cabinet to the…
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect HT Blu-Ray/DVD Player
For my new dedicated home theater, I purchased the Denon AVR-4308CI, which is awesome. At the same time I purchased the Sony BDP-S550 to save a few bucks. Big mistake.
2.0 out of 5 stars
Denon DVD-2500BTCI
This is great unit when it works.I got one four weeks ago.Picture and sound are amazing, but in two days it’s stoped playing some BD discs.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Solid Blu-Ray Player
I’ve had this unit for the better part of a year and have had no troubles with it. The unit itself is very sturdy with considerable heft.