The Magnetar UDP900 represents the pinnacle of 4K Blu-ray playback technology, designed to meet the demands of the most discerning cinephiles and audiophiles. Positioned as an alternative to the prestigious Oppo UDP-803 and Pioneer UDP-LX800, this high-end universal player combines outstanding video performance with audiophile-grade sound quality. Equipped with the powerful quad-core MediaTek MT8581 processor, it ensures optimal image processing for all your content, from DVDs to 4K UHD Blu-rays. Its remarkable versatility allows it to play virtually all existing disc formats and access your media files via USB or network.
Uncompromising Build Quality
The Magnetar UDP900’s chassis immediately impresses with its robustness and substantial weight of 15.5 kg. This unusual heft for a Blu-ray player is due to its aluminum alloy construction with a reinforced double-layer structure. Magnetar’s engineers have paid special attention to isolating the internal components, each individually protected by a metal enclosure. This meticulous design significantly reduces vibrations, noise, and electromagnetic interference, ensuring optimal purity of both audio and video signals.
The main 6-layer gold-plated PCB is a testament to the high standards applied to this player’s design. The use of premium components such as Murata multilayer ceramic capacitors, TDK magnetic devices, and NCC electrolytic capacitors contributes to its outstanding performance. A high-precision 27MHz TCXO crystal oscillator ensures perfect signal stability, which is essential for faithful reproduction of high-definition content.
Video Excellence and HDR Compatibility
The Magnetar UDP900 excels in video reproduction thanks to its quad-core MediaTek MT8581 processor, delivering reference-level image processing. It supports the most advanced HDR formats, including HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision, for images with stunning dynamic range, richness, and depth. The BT.2020 (4K), BT.709 (HD), and BT.601 (SD) color spaces are all supported, ensuring accurate color reproduction regardless of the source.
One of this player’s major strengths lies in its upscaling capabilities. It can convert standard definition (DVD) or high definition (Blu-ray) video sources to ultra high definition 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels), quadrupling the number of displayed pixels compared to Full HD 1080p. This feature lets you rediscover your movie and series collection with striking sharpness and detail, even on older content.
Audiophile-Grade Audio Performance
The Magnetar UDP900 is not just an outstanding video player; it also stands out as a high-fidelity audio device. Its sophisticated audio architecture is based on two reference ESS Sabre digital-to-analog converters (DACs): the ES9038Pro for stereo outputs and the ES9028Pro for 7.1 multichannel outputs. This configuration ensures optimal conversion for every type of use.
In stereo mode, the player delivers impressive performance with a signal-to-noise ratio exceeding 120 dB for RCA outputs and 130 dB for balanced XLR outputs. Total harmonic distortion remains below 0.008%, guaranteeing remarkably pure sound reproduction.
The Magnetar UDP900 decodes the most demanding high-resolution audio formats, including DSD64, DSD128, and DSD256, as well as PCM up to 384 kHz/32 bits in USB DAC mode. It also supports AIFF, ALAC, APE, FLAC, and WAV files, offering extensive compatibility with digital music libraries.
For home theater enthusiasts, the player is compatible with Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Atmos, and DTS-X formats, ensuring optimal sound spatialization for a truly immersive experience.
Comprehensive Connectivity and Versatility
The Magnetar UDP900’s extensive connectivity reflects its exceptional versatility. On the rear panel, you’ll find dual HDMI outputs (one for video and audio, the other dedicated to audio only), two digital audio outputs (optical and coaxial), and two stereo analog audio outputs (one balanced with three-pin XLR connectors and one unbalanced with RCA jacks).
The player also features a full set of 7.1-channel preamplified outputs on RCA connectors, a USB-B port for use as a USB DAC with a computer, an Ethernet (RJ45) network port, and a USB 3.0 port for media file playback. An RS232 port rounds out the set, allowing integration of the player into a home automation system.
This comprehensive connectivity makes it easy to pair the Magnetar UDP900 with any type of home theater or hi-fi amplifier, as well as with the best UHD 4K TVs and projectors on the market.
Sophisticated Technical Architecture
One of the most remarkable features of the Magnetar UDP900 is its dual power supply, designed to optimize the operation of its various circuits. A 60 W toroidal transformer specifically powers the analog audio circuits, using high-quality oxygen-free copper wiring and metal shielding to minimize noise and interference. A second high-power, low-noise 60 W transformer is dedicated to the digital circuits, ensuring stable and quiet power for surround sound and high-resolution audio processing.
Both power supplies are isolated in separate metal enclosures, further reducing noise and interference between circuits. This strict separation between analog and digital sections significantly contributes to the player’s exceptional sound quality.
To optimize playback in Pure Audio mode, the Magnetar UDP900 uses a dedicated 4-layer PCB where each channel benefits from independent wiring. This meticulous design, combined with the use of high-quality operational amplifiers, guarantees flawless sound reproduction.
Evolution Compared to the UDP800
The Magnetar UDP900 represents a significant evolution over its predecessor, the UDP800. Improvements include the main PCB, now a 6-layer gold-immersed board for better isolation and optimized signal transmission. The power supply has also been redesigned with a high-precision layout for increased stability.
The integration of superior quality components, such as TDK magnetic devices, Murata multilayer ceramic capacitors, and 30 NCC electrolytic capacitors, contributes to the notable improvement in audio and video quality compared to the previous model.
Digital signal processing has been enhanced with the addition of LDO (Low-Dropout) voltage stabilizers for more precise regulation of sensitive circuit power supplies. These technical improvements result in even more refined audio and video performance, placing the UDP900 at the top of the Magnetar range.
Power consumption: 30 W (standby: 0.5 W in energy-saving mode)
Dimensions (W x D x H): 445 x 321 x 123 mm
Weight: approx. 15.8 kg
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between the UDP900 and the UDP800?
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The UDP900 is a significant upgrade, featuring a 6-layer gold-plated main PCB (compared to 4 layers for the UDP800), an improved high-precision power supply, and the use of premium components such as Murata capacitors and TDK magnetic devices. These enhancements result in superior audio and video quality, especially noticeable when listening to high-resolution music and watching HDR content.
How does it compare to the now-unavailable Oppo players?
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The Magnetar UDP900 was designed as a direct alternative to the prestigious Oppo UDP-803 and UDP-205 players, which are now discontinued. It shares their uncompromising design philosophy, exceptional versatility, and reference-level audio/video performance. Some users even report improvements in the audio section, notably thanks to its dual power supply and latest-generation ESS Sabre DACs.
Can the UDP900 be used as a standalone USB DAC?
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Absolutely. The USB-B port allows you to use the Magnetar UDP900 as a high-quality external USB DAC with any Mac or PC. In this configuration, it can decode PCM formats up to 384 kHz/32 bits and DSD up to DSD256 (11.2 MHz), providing an audiophile solution for playing high-resolution music files stored on your computer.
Can the player access files stored on a NAS?
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Yes, the UDP900 can access audio and video files stored on a NAS (Network Attached Storage) or a computer via the local network. It supports DLNA, SMB, and NFS protocols, allowing easy navigation of your media libraries. This feature turns the player into a true multimedia hub for your living room.
Is the player compatible with home automation systems?
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Yes, thanks to its RS232 port, the Magnetar UDP900 can be integrated into most modern home automation systems. This connectivity allows remote control of the player via systems such as Control4, Crestron, or Savant, making it easy to integrate into an automated home theater setup.
What are the advantages of the UDP900’s dual power supply?
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The UDP900’s dual power supply, with a dedicated toroidal transformer for analog audio and a high-power transformer for digital circuits, allows complete separation of sensitive circuits. This design eliminates interference between analog and digital sections, significantly reducing background noise and improving the dynamics and transparency of sound reproduction—especially noticeable when listening to high-resolution music.
User reviews
Alain
At first I had a bit of trouble finding the right settings. At the beginning the sound was good, but nothing more.
After the break-in period, I have to say that the picture and sound are simply outstanding. I’m rediscovering concerts with new nuances and a new musicality. You can quite simply hear more instruments.
Careful! This amp is excellent with 4K and Blu-ray, but with an older DVD it will improve playback quality, though it won’t work miracles.
Comment from December 17, 2025 — Experience from December 04, 2025
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Au début j'ai eu un peu de mal à trouver les bons réglages. Au début également le son était bon mais sans plus.
Après la période de rodage je dois dire que l'image et le son sont tout bonnement exceptionnels. Je redécouvre des concerts avec des nouveaux éclairages et une nouvelle musicalité. On entend tout simplement plus d'instruments.
Attention! cet ampli est excellent en 4K et Blu Ray mais sur un DVD un peu vieillissant il améliorera la qualité de lecture mais ne fera pas de miracle.
Denis
Excellent reader, all formats are read.
Comment from February 17, 2025 — Experience from August 02, 2024
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