The BDP-450 is Pioneer’s newest Blu-ray deck, and it spells good news for budget- conscious consumers.
The feature count is high and includes 3D Blu-ray compatibility and universal disc playback (DVD-Audio and SACD). On the back you’ll find twin HDMI outputs: useful if your surround amp can’t handle 3D. USB sockets front and back let you hook up a storage device (memory stick or NAS) and stream through the BDP-450, and it’s also DLNA-enabled so it can access files on a home network (via ethernet or via an optional wireless dongle) and even stream from a smartphone running the right app. The smart features on offer aren’t as extensive as those offered by the likes of Sony or Samsung, but you do get Netflix movie streaming for the first time on a Pioneer machine, and access to video and photos on You Tube and Picasa.
Of course, our primary concern is picture quality – and the Pioneer is spellbinding. Spin a 2D Blu-ray such as Transformers: Dark Of The Moon, and it serves up a stunningly detailed image. The CGI looks breathtaking, with the Pioneer uncovering lashings of detail, drawing beautifully defined edges and conveying it great depth – and this translates to great 3D too, with even more detail bringing the action to life. Play a normal DVD and the BDP-450 shows its internal scaler is up to the job, too. Next to other machines at the money, Dark of the Moon
A barnstorming soundtrack packed with action, explosions and big robots.
the Pioneer’s picture looks more detailed and robust. Whites look punchy, but there’s also an extra layer of subtlety to shading. Sound is also a cut above: explosions sound weighty and taut, while rockets fire across channels with expert precision. The soundtrack displays impressive dynamics and gels well with the on-screen action, and dialogue sounds detailed and focused. The BDP-450 is undoubtedly a new contender for class-leading status.
Rating ★★★★★
FOR Excellent 2D and 3D picture quality; fantastically focused and solid sound; twin HDMI outputs
AGAINST Limited smart features; no wi-fi
VERDICT As budget decks go, this is a beauty, and a real rival for the top performers
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