yes i've been an electronics junkie for a long time now, and always looking to improve. I have the oppo 983h and the pic is terrific,for hd I have the toshiba hda3 and thats great for hd.(too bad they lost out),But from what im reading the Blueray,especially the panny will improve a little on the video side and on the audio as well?dont know for sure tho?