Panasonic DMP-BD55

The DMP-BD55 is a high-end Blu-Ray player from Panasonic. Both the Panasonic DMP-BD55 and Panasonic DMP-BD35 are set to replace the DMP-BD30 and DMP-BD50 models which were released in early 2008. Almost the same as the lesser Panasonic DMP-BD35, the DMP-BD55 features 7.1 analog outputs and other audio enhancements. The player also includes an SD card slot for firmware upgrades, an Ethernet port for BD Live access and vibration-reducing feet to keep the player from bouncing during playback. Using Panasonic's UniPhier integrated video circuitry the BD-55 can transmit a full 1080p HD signal, while requiring 20% less wattage than it's previous matching models making for a more "environment" friendly device. The BD-55 also offers a decoding and bitstream of all the advanced audio codecs (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution & Master Audio, Dolby Digital Plus). The device has an MSRP of $399.95.

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Panasonic DMP-BD55
MSRP $399.99
Release date October, 2008
Brand Panasonic
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Pros & Cons

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7.1 analog outputs do not require an expensive receiver for users to enjoy full surround
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Profile 2.0 capable
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good option for those with older high quality receivers
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Excellent picture quality
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Decodes all audio formats
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Slim design
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better to get the cheaper BD35 if you have a receiver
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better to spend the extra money on a receiver upgrade
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Bluray is still too expensive
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Profile 2.0 is crap
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Details

Features

  • Video
    • Full 1080/24p HD support through Panasonic's UniPhier integrated processor
    • Deep color and x.v. color compatibility
    • Full Bonusview (Profile 1.1.) and BD Live (Profile 2.0) capabilities out of the box
  • Audio
    • 7.1 analog audio outputs and enhancements
    • Optimized audio outputs (gold plated)
    • Decoding and bitstream support for all advanced audio codecs
    • DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD internally decoded to multi-channel PCM output
  • "Vibration-reducing feet" to ensure superior audio/video quality and sound
  • Slim black design
  • Uses 20% less wattage than earlier models
  • Release Date: Sometime in October, 2008
  • MSRP: $399.95

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Panasonic DMP-BD55

• Panasonic DMP-BD55K Blu-ray Disc Player

• DMP-BD55K Blu-Ray Disc Player

UPC: 037988257171

EAN: 037988257171

MPN: DMP-BD55K

Competitors

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Samsung BD-P3600

Samsung BD-P3600

MSRP  $399.99    Released  January, 2009
Pros
  • USB, WiFi 802.11b/g/n, and Ethernet connectivity
  • 7.1-channel analog outputs
  • Profile 2.0
Cons
  • Controls located on top of player. (can not stack anything on top of this player)
  • DivX playback is limited to SD (480p)
  • Will not playback AVCHD files from USB or Network share, only AVCHD files on properly BDMV mastered DVD or BluRay disks will playback on this machine. (why? the codec is there, it just won't let you!) :-(
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MSRP  $599.99    Released  July, 2009
Pros
  • Decodes all high-definition audio formats (dts HD-MA, TrueHD)
  • Profile 2.0 capable
  • ABT 2010 video processor
Cons
  • No WiFi
  • No streaming features (no Netflix, Pandora)
  • No SD-Card support for additional memory (has on-board 1GB)
ProSCORE
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MSRP  $1,299.99    Released  September, 2007
Pros
  • Rigid drive bracket to reduce quivering
  • Solid beam chassis that minimizes vibration and improves playback
  • Aluminum insulators help isolate the player from external vibrations
  • 5 year warranty
  • Dolby Digital TrueHD/DTS-HD Master bitstream out via HDMI
Cons
  • Expensive compared to BDP-S500 with only a few improvements
ProSCORE
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Yamaha BD-S2900

Yamaha BD-S2900

MSRP  $1,199.00    Released  August, 2008
Pros
  • High definition audio bitstream output (Dolby TrueHD, dts HD-MA)
  • 5.1 analog pre-outs
  • Gold-plated connectors
Cons
  • No BD-Live
  • No Ethernet port
  • Can't upgrade the firmware
ProSCORE
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Samsung BD-P2500

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MSRP  $399.00    Released  October, 2008
Pros
  • True 7.1 analog audio sound
  • Ethernet port, and 1GB flash memory for firmware updates
  • Plenty of outputs for various connection choices
Cons
  • DTS-HD via only bitstream
  • No IR ports
  • DTS-HD HR only available through firmware update
ProSCORE
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MSRP  $400.00    Released  December, 2008
Pros
  • upscales DVDs to 1080p
  • high end, stylish and modern appearance
  • decodes high-definition audio - dts HD MA, Dolby TrueHD
Cons
  • only profile 1.1
  • no multichannel analog audio outputs
  • expensive considering the complete lack of features
ProSCORE
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43
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Sherwood BDP-6003

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Sherwood BDP-5003

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MSRP  $299.95    Released  November, 2008
Pros
  • affordable price
  • 1080p playback at 24 or 60 fps
  • upscales DVDs
Cons
  • does not include advanced profile 2.0 features
ProSCORE
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Sharp BD-HP50

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MSRP  $699.00    Released  May, 2008

The Sharp BD-HP50 is a 1080p Profile 1.1 blu-ray player with the ability to upscale DVDs to 1080p. It features HDMI 1.3, allowing for 7.1 channel audio and has built-in decoding of Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD audio. It also is capable of 5.1 audio via analog output. The BD-HP50 is compatible with MPEG-2, MPEG-2-HD,...

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Denon DVD-1800BD

Denon DVD-1800BD

MSRP  $749.00    Released  December, 2008
Pros
  • upconverts and deinterlaces standard definition DVDs
  • 7.1 analog output for older non-HDMI compatible receivers
Cons
  • very expensive compared to other bluray players
  • doesn't come with Profile 2.0 capabilities
ProSCORE
1 review
50
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Sony BDP-S5000ES

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MSRP  $1,999.99    Released  November, 2008
Pros
  • profile 2.0 capable (1GB onboard storage for downloaded content)
  • full 1080/60p and 24p HD output, 14-bit video processing
  • 24bit audio DAC
Cons
  • extremely expensive
  • latest profile enhancements are gimmicks
ProSCORE
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50
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Sylvania NB500SL9

Sylvania NB500SL9

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Pros
  • 1080p, 24 or 60p
  • inexpensive compared to newer Blu-ray players
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Cons
  • profile 1.1 only
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ProSCORE
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50
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Marantz BD8002

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Pros
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Cons
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ProSCORE
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LG BD300

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MSRP  $359.00    Released  October, 2008
Pros
  • streams movies from Netflix
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  • profile 2.0 compatible
Cons
  • No analog surround outputs
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Pros

  • 7.1 analog outputs do not require an expensive receiver for users to enjoy full surround
  • Profile 2.0 capable
  • good option for those with older high quality receivers
  • Excellent picture quality
  • Decodes all audio formats
  • Slim design

Cons

  • better to get the cheaper BD35 if you have a receiver

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November 14, 2008
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • 7.1 analog outputs do not require an expensive receiver for users to enjoy full surround
  • Profile 2.0 capable
  • good option for those with older high quality receivers

Cons

  • better to get the cheaper BD35 if you have a receiver
  • better to spend the extra money on a receiver upgrade
  • Bluray is still too expensive
  • Profile 2.0 is crap

Competitors

Yale prefers Panasonic DMP-BD55 over Onkyo DV-BD606
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