well, I think the new model is better.
There is a lot more to DVDs than progressive scan.
Take a look at this new marantz player and notice things like the video D/A converter as well as the newer digtal conections like DVi and HDMI.
Im not saying you should go out and get this instead but think of a DVD player in more than "is it progressive or not" terms.
http://babelfish.altavista.com/babel...shtml&lp=ja_en
If this link doesnt work just go to Marnatz homepage and check the new 9500 player coming this month.
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