#17196 - 12/09/07 02:20 AM
Re: Toshiba A3
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Desperado
Registered: 04/09/05
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Loc: Maine
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Opinions about Toshiba A30 vs. A35 would be much appreciated, especially if anyone has any experience with it. A35 probably a later edition. But I'm wondering if there are additional features which are worthwhile. Thanks.
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#17198 - 12/09/07 02:29 AM
Re: Toshiba A3
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Desperado
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So I guess the most optioned and advanced of the current Tosh A3x players is the A35.
Does anyone know if there is something better (quality) currently like another brand, or is Tosh the best bet.
Also something known to be upcoming on the horizon?
Thanks
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Living Room:
5.1 Surround and 4channel inline room
990/7700/6-KEF-107s/LFM1 x 2/ SMS Awaiting Trinnov
Millenium dts decoder;Digital Director
Players: Tascam CD01U/SonyCX455 x 3/DV955/BDP83
Old Sony 60" SXRD TV
Zone 2 (also liv-Room: listening to music while Mrs watches TV): Crown SL2 preamp/D40 Amp/Stax Headphones
My "Man-cave":
4 channel-only inline room. No TV (thank heaven)!!!
990/755/4-KEF 107s
Tascam CD01U/dts decoder/digital director
Alesis 16x4x2 mixer
Recorders Alesis HD24/ML9600/Crown CX844s/SonyDAT/Tascam DA38
Ham Radio Shack (KB1STH) ICOM/Yaesu/Drakes x 3
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#17199 - 12/09/07 02:53 AM
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Gunslinger
Registered: 12/26/05
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Loc: Central Ma.
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The A35 looks to be about $100 more than the A30.
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Outlaw 990/7125,Denon 2910,Toshiba A3, Klipsch RF35,RC35,RS35,RW12,SMS-1
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#17200 - 12/09/07 02:57 AM
Re: Toshiba A3
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Loopy and gong:
Am I correct that the primary difference for the $100 is the addition of multichannel analog outs.
Gonk pointed out that it had them, as opposd to A30.
Just wondering if that is the only difference. If so why bother. Can use Oppo for that function if needed.
THanks
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Living Room:
5.1 Surround and 4channel inline room
990/7700/6-KEF-107s/LFM1 x 2/ SMS Awaiting Trinnov
Millenium dts decoder;Digital Director
Players: Tascam CD01U/SonyCX455 x 3/DV955/BDP83
Old Sony 60" SXRD TV
Zone 2 (also liv-Room: listening to music while Mrs watches TV): Crown SL2 preamp/D40 Amp/Stax Headphones
My "Man-cave":
4 channel-only inline room. No TV (thank heaven)!!!
990/755/4-KEF 107s
Tascam CD01U/dts decoder/digital director
Alesis 16x4x2 mixer
Recorders Alesis HD24/ML9600/Crown CX844s/SonyDAT/Tascam DA38
Ham Radio Shack (KB1STH) ICOM/Yaesu/Drakes x 3
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#17201 - 12/09/07 03:22 AM
Re: Toshiba A3
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Gunslinger
Registered: 12/26/05
Posts: 206
Loc: Central Ma.
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Just checked the Toshiba site and Amazon, I think thats the only difference that I can see.
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Outlaw 990/7125,Denon 2910,Toshiba A3, Klipsch RF35,RC35,RS35,RW12,SMS-1
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#17202 - 12/09/07 11:24 AM
Re: Toshiba A3
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Gunslinger
Registered: 03/29/05
Posts: 82
Loc: connecticut
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just recently purchased the toshiba a-3 and right out of the box was tremendous! i did however call toshiba and ordered the firmware update disc. i was considering the a-30 but to the eye 1080i vs. 1080p? well id have to be superman to tell the diff. anyway, got a great deal and im very pleased with the player. just my 2cents. have a great holiday all!
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#17203 - 12/11/07 02:15 AM
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Gunslinger
Registered: 12/26/05
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Loc: Central Ma.
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Hi ric, got mine today and downloaded the firmware to a cd-r yesterday,so as soon as I set set it up I put the firmware disc in, it takes about 20 minutes to load the new firmware than watched The 300 disc that came with the player. Unbelievable is all I can say. Does anyone think the volume is lower on the HD dvd discs or is it just me?
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Outlaw 990/7125,Denon 2910,Toshiba A3, Klipsch RF35,RC35,RS35,RW12,SMS-1
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#17204 - 12/12/07 02:27 AM
Re: Toshiba A3
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Desperado
Registered: 04/09/05
Posts: 500
Loc: Maine
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Thanks to all for input (pun intended)  I pulled the trigger today on Toshiba A30. Because of what appears unsettled blu-ray and some deficits...and...because Amazon has the deal with 10 HD-DVD discs (2 + 3 + 5 after receipt of player) all for $239.98.
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Living Room:
5.1 Surround and 4channel inline room
990/7700/6-KEF-107s/LFM1 x 2/ SMS Awaiting Trinnov
Millenium dts decoder;Digital Director
Players: Tascam CD01U/SonyCX455 x 3/DV955/BDP83
Old Sony 60" SXRD TV
Zone 2 (also liv-Room: listening to music while Mrs watches TV): Crown SL2 preamp/D40 Amp/Stax Headphones
My "Man-cave":
4 channel-only inline room. No TV (thank heaven)!!!
990/755/4-KEF 107s
Tascam CD01U/dts decoder/digital director
Alesis 16x4x2 mixer
Recorders Alesis HD24/ML9600/Crown CX844s/SonyDAT/Tascam DA38
Ham Radio Shack (KB1STH) ICOM/Yaesu/Drakes x 3
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#17205 - 12/16/07 02:31 PM
Re: Toshiba A3
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Desperado
Registered: 04/09/05
Posts: 500
Loc: Maine
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Question about Tosh A30.
In setup I chose the "UP TO 1080p" choice.
I played Bourne Identity and noted 1080i on the player. My TV is 1080p.
Am I doing something wrong?
Is the disc really 1080i?
This is my first entry into HD players. Thanks.
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Living Room:
5.1 Surround and 4channel inline room
990/7700/6-KEF-107s/LFM1 x 2/ SMS Awaiting Trinnov
Millenium dts decoder;Digital Director
Players: Tascam CD01U/SonyCX455 x 3/DV955/BDP83
Old Sony 60" SXRD TV
Zone 2 (also liv-Room: listening to music while Mrs watches TV): Crown SL2 preamp/D40 Amp/Stax Headphones
My "Man-cave":
4 channel-only inline room. No TV (thank heaven)!!!
990/755/4-KEF 107s
Tascam CD01U/dts decoder/digital director
Alesis 16x4x2 mixer
Recorders Alesis HD24/ML9600/Crown CX844s/SonyDAT/Tascam DA38
Ham Radio Shack (KB1STH) ICOM/Yaesu/Drakes x 3
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