so, i've decided to keep my Pioneer universal player for SACD and DVD-A and purchase a nice DVD player only for movie performance.

Mainly looking for older 'flagship' type models that have aged well.

This player is for movie watching only.
(I own an analog 50" Hitachi 4:3)

progressive scan is not important
quality video/audio playback for DVD
must be black in color
component output
coxial or optical audio out
budget max. = $300.00