Onkyo
Onkyo BD-SP808 Blu-ray Disc Player
Best reliable media player for dedicated home theater enthusiasts.
The Onkyo BD-SP808 is a THX and DLNA 1.5 Certified Blu-ray Disc Player featuring advanced technologies like Video On Demand and a Marvel Qdeo video scaler. It delivers studio-master quality sound with Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. The player boasts superior build quality with a rigid chassis and a balanced, center-mounted drive mechanism to minimize vibrations. An Ethernet port enables interactive Profile 2.0 BD-Live features, and an SD card slot allows playback of downloaded content or stills and video from a digital camera. In HDMI Source Direct mode, it can output video in its native resolution for external processing.
$599.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
105
/ 255
#105 in DVD & Blu-ray Players
Price vs Category Average
+41%
Above average
Who it's for
- Audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts prioritizing pristine sound quality
- Consumers seeking long-lasting, reliable home theater components
- Home theater builders with legacy receivers or advanced AV configurations
Who should skip it
- Users expecting integrated streaming services and a modern connected experience
- Impatient viewers accustomed to instant media access
- Viewers with 4K TVs seeking the latest video formats
Key Specs
THX Certified
DLNA 1.5 Certified
Marvel Qdeo video scaler
Dolby TrueHD support
DTS-HD Master Audio support
Blu-ray, DVD, CD playback
Rigid chassis construction
Balanced, center-mounted drive mechanism
Features
- THX and DLNA 1.5 Certified
- Premium Marvel Qdeo Video Scaler
- Studio-Master Quality Audio
- Robust Build Quality
- BD-Live Connectivity
- SD Card Slot for Content
- HDMI Source Direct Mode
What customers say
Customers consistently praise this Blu ray player for its exceptional build quality and reliable performance. Many users highlight its robust construction and the consistent delivery of high fidelity audio and crisp video, making it a dependable cornerstone for any home entertainment system. While some note its interface might not be the most modern, the core functionality and durability are frequently commended. This player is often seen as a solid, long lasting component that performs its primary tasks with impressive consistency, reflecting a strong emphasis on enduring quality and operational stability.
Know before you buy
THX certification ensures that the player meets rigorous performance standards for audio and video fidelity. It guarantees that the device reproduces content exactly as the filmmaker intended, providing a consistent, high-quality cinematic experience in your home.
The Marvel Qdeo processor works to reduce noise and enhance image detail, particularly when upscaling standard-definition DVDs to high-definition. It results in a cleaner, sharper picture with more natural colors and reduced artifacts.
Yes, the BD-SP808 is DLNA 1.5 certified, which allows you to stream compatible digital media files directly from your PC or network-attached storage devices over your home network.
The center-mounted drive is designed to improve the physical balance of the player and minimize vibrations during disc rotation. By reducing mechanical resonance, it helps maintain stable data reading for smoother playback and better overall longevity.
HDMI Source Direct mode outputs the video signal in its native resolution without any internal processing by the player. This is ideal if you own a high-end external video processor or an AV receiver that you prefer to handle the upscaling and image adjustments.
Yes, the player features an integrated SD card slot. You can use it to view digital photos or play back compatible video content stored on your camera's memory card.
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