MVP901 Oppo replacement
 

Wel I got my 205 back when they were still in full production to replace my 95 that worked great and sold it to a buddy and he loves it still.

But any thoughts on this new MVP901 and how good it may be etc. McIntosh needs to make sure that firmware get updated regularly for a BD player, and their past on these digital machines has always seemed to be one of only a few down falls for MAC.

I don't think I am going to get this unit, maybe if the reviews are stellar, but for those with the budget and looking to replace the now defunct OPPOs this may be an avenue for audio-video-elites :)

costly too
The MVP901 is an all-new product from McIntosh, and is a significant departure from its predecessor, the MVP891. While it carries forward a retail price of $5500 USD, the MVP901 offers a new video engine, completely revised audio circuitry, considerably more connectivity, and a smaller, redesigned remote control.

link to specs https://www.mcintoshlabs.com/product...players/MVP901

Down side other than cost I see only 1 HDMI, no surround RCA ports. Only HDMI for surround, but supports SACD yeah!

https://www.mcintoshlabs.com/-/media...Front-Top.ashx

https://www.mcintoshlabs.com/-/media...P901-Back.ashx

Opinions, more info? Glad to see that McIntosh is making this unit :thumbsup:

As long as you don't play UHD 4K movies (it only plays 1080p contents), it looks like a solid unit.

Bingo.

I'd be lookin' for a used Oppo, even if it was higher than the original MSRP.

Five and half large is a lot for a Blu-Ray player, IMHO.

Especially in a world where the trend is streaming and not physical media.

MVP901 Oppo replacement
 

It is already obsolete since it can’t do 4K not to mention HDR10. We still spin discs because our internet isn’t fast enough to stream 4K content. 4K looks fantastic - with the right source material much better than Blu-Ray.

No native 4K playback capability=no sale. Not to mention, no discrete analog surround audio outputs.

Yes, it appears solid, and looks great, as all Mac gear does. But still no 4K disc playback capability? What are they thinking?

I'm glad I bought my Oppo UDP-203 and UDP-205 players when I did!

Yup, I’ve been selling 8K Sony TV’s quite regularly. :yes:

That is correct. I think I've used my Blu-Ray player once in the last year or more...

It's also worth noting this came out over two years ago. This is not a new player.

thanks for all the info folks. Yep must have 4k and the audio as I mentioned for surround is always a deal breaker for me. HDMI surround is great but still lacks a bit as far as hear.

Wow, seriously?

I use mine at least an average of every other day.

It does upscale to 4K though. Not quite the same thing, I guess. Still, couldn't you set it to "source direct" or whatever Mac calls the feature (assuming they have it)? That way your 4K TV does the processing. That's what I'll be doing with my Pioneer Elite player(s) when my Sony A9G shows up.

The 901 is still on Mac's website as well, I noted.

Resurrecting this thread.

The MVP901 still shows up on the McIntosh website, but a local shop contacted McIntosh and they were told that they no longer make this model.

I've been on a hunt to find a used one, strictly because it's a Mac and would complement my MX121 and MC7205. Don't need or want 4k. The OPPO 103 I own does a good job upconverting to 4K.

crtfanatic… Welcome to AA! :wave:

Thanks.

For what it is worth, I have had the MVP891 (glitchy), 901 (stable) and Oppo 203, 205. The MVP901 is the best of the group IMHO. I also have the MX122. Really great for 5.1 surround sound SACDs. If you find a good used MVP901, get it. They do not come up very often. It is versatile and pairs well with the MX processors.

Thanks for your input. It appears to be difficult finding a 901. I've been seriously looking into a good sounding stand alone CD/SACD player, but I have an OPPO 103 and it does good for what it is. Considered a 205 for the better dacs, but I keep coming back to the 901.

From what I've been able to see and read, it's menu system software is very much like the OPPO and that would make it simple for a simpleton to migrate to a different player. Again, from all accounts, the sonic quality would be a lot better than the 103, and visually, it complements the equipment I have.

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Thank you, but not interested.