I have been looking to replace my current progressive scan DVD with a universal player as well. I have a Sony xa777es that I just moved to my music room to do just 2-channel sacd/cd. Better system down there really brings forth xa777es' capabilities -- it was an overkill for the Polk SDA II's and Aperion surrounds. Now I have a 7.1 sytem without an sacd/dvd-a player.....

I have been looking into Denon dvd 2200 which is just below $500 street price. It compares with Sony DVP nc555es. I am looking for the best value/performance that is commensurable with the Outlaw 950/770, Pany 35' HD tube and the above speakers. Has anyone compared these two?