The Pioneer BDP-51FD, which will retail for $599, will support Blu-ray Profile 1.1 (which enables interactive features), offers Dolby TrueHD decoding and DTS-HD Master audio decoding (with a firmware upgrade) and it has 7.1 analog outputs.
The Pioneer BDP-05FD, which will retail for $799, comes with a two-year warranty, an aluminum front panel and gold plated connectors.
While the players are pricier than $399 entry-level Blu-ray players from Sony and other brands, Pioneer says consumers will pay for the extra features.
"Our new Blu-ray Disc players continue to demonstrate Pioneer's unwavering commitment to delivering an immersive seeing and hearing experience for those who want the absolute best in form and function," said Chris Walker, senior manager of marketing and product planning for Pioneer Electronics. "In offering a full line of players, we are solidifying Pioneer's reputation as a brand that is continually meeting the needs of consumers who are designing or upgrading their home theaters."
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