Toshiba HD-XA1 HD-DVD player - mint

[GEBBY44]

The Christmastime financial gods have frowned upon me (expectedly) and I'm getting rid of some excess gear.

I kept this around for HD-DVD playback as well as standard DVD's since it's a really great upscaler. On my 720p projector, this looks better than the PS3 and Pio Elite. I originally anticipated making this a transport for a DAC since it's absolutely perfect for that, but it never materialized. I did test it's basic CD playback, which was actually surprisingly adequate. This player is loads better at upconversion than any other $100 player you will find.

In 9/10 shape, comes with original manual, remote, box. Remote has some scratches on it, but not detrimental in any way.

$100 plus shipping or $130 shipped and Paypal'd

[mjjjhjemj]

Did this ever sell?

[Conradicles]

I had one of these and it does upscale Standard DVD's very, very good. I think better than my PS3 as well. Hope it sells.

[GEBBY44]

Did this ever sell?

Nope, still available.

[Joe Humbert]

Have you ever had any problem with the door opening for the tray to slide out? Does it have the latest firmware update?

[GEBBY44]

Door opens perfectly for tray to slide out. The firmware on the machine is 2.2, which always worked fine for me. I never had any problems with the HD-DVD's I own. No need to upgrade firmware, but new buyer can easily do so. I already boxed it up or else I would do it myself.

[Joe Humbert]

I have the HD-A1, and you're right, its a great upconverting DVD player, if nothing else, I think the HD-XA1 has more bells & whistles. I wouldn't mind having another, if for nothing else but to play standard DVD's & CD's.

[GEBBY44]

Exactly. I've heard that coupling this as a transport with a decent DAC will make a killer setup.

[Joe Humbert]

You're right, I had mine with an Entech 205.2 and I was impressed with the sound. Are you firm on the $130.00?

[GEBBY44]

Firm for now. It's just that after Paypal and shipping, netting less than $100 is almost not worth getting rid of the player. It's a big, heavy box.

[Joe Humbert]

That's cool, I'm interested, I'll let you know.

[irishaz]

If Joe doesn't decide to buy it, I'll take it.

[ND13]

Anyone wanting a great dvd player shouldn't even question the price. Even @ the deepest discounts(while HD DVD was still alive), these things were almost $500 when new. Retail was almost $1000. You will not find a better upconverter for anywhere near this price. I wouldn't sell mine for anywhere close to this price. The build quality is FAR beyond any dvd player I've seen for less than $500.

[GEBBY44]

Here are pics of the big thing.

[GEBBY44]

Here's some mo pics for ya

[GEBBY44]

This is not sold, not sure why thread says so...

Joe, I sent you a PM. If I don't hear back from you tonight, I'm going to let irish have it.

[MKZ]

Great player for excellent price. It should have sold within min. GoodLuck Ryan!

[GEBBY44]

Now SOLD to Joe Humbert

[mjjjhjemj]

Let me know if anyone else is selling one and for how much.

Thanks,
Mike

Did this ever sell?