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Theta Digital Compli Blu Blu-Ray Player - Consignment
Condition: Used. Very Good
Includes: Original Packaging, Remote and Power Cable
SN: 030056
Assembled in USA
Includes 7 day warranty
Overview
Compli Blu offers comprehensive support for Blu-ray functionalities, including BD Live and Bonus View with Picture-in-Picture capability. Equipped with a USB card reader for media playback and RS232 connectivity for system control and firmware updates, the rear panel also features a LAN connector for accessing additional BD-Live content online. Based on the Oppo BD83 platform, the Compli Blu is optimized by Theta Digital for enhanced performance. While acknowledging its origins, Theta Digital has refined the player with improvements such as damping the mechanism, strengthening the chassis, and customizing the firmware. The power section has been upgraded to a high-capacity linear design.
Specification
Disc Types: BD-Video, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, AVCHD, SACD, CD, HDCD, Kodak Picture CD, CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, DVD±R DL, BD-R/RE
BD Profile: BD-ROM Version 2 Profile 2 (also compatible with Profile 1 Version 1.0 and 1.1)
Internal Storage: 1GB (Actual available storage varies due to system usage)
Output Analog Audio: 7.1ch or 5.1ch, stereo
Digital Audio: Coaxial, Optical
HDMI Audio: Stereo, up to 7.1ch high-resolution PCM, up to 5.1ch DSD, bitstream or LPCM conversion of Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, and DTS-HD Master Audio.
Analog Video: Composite, Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr, 480i/480p, 720p/1080i available for non-restricted content only)
Digital Video: HDMI with HDCP (NTSC: 480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p/1080p24, PAL 576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p/1080p24)
Video Characteristics: Composite Video Amplitude: 1.0Vp-p (75Ω), Component Video: Y: 1.0Vp-p (75Ω), Pb/Pr: 0.7Vp-p (75Ω)
Audio Characteristics: Frequency: 20Hz – 20kHz (±0.4dB), Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >110dB (A-weighted), THD+N: < 0.002% (1kHz at 0dBFS, 20kHz LPF)
Power Supply: 117V or 220V, 50/60Hz AC (switched only by an authorized Theta dealer)
Power Consumption: 35W (0.5W Standby)
Dimensions: 430mm x 336mm x 77mm
Mass: 5.1kg
Operating Temperature: 5°C - 35°C
Right now this is more of a seller’s market, and A$2,200 for a used Theta Digital COMPLI is ambitious unless it’s unusually complete, freshly serviced, and in genuinely excellent condition. I can’t benchmark this model confidently from the supplied data, so the price is hard to call “fair” without more detail, but at that level I’d want proof of condition, accessories, and a clean working history before treating it as an easy buy.
What keeps it interesting is Theta’s long-standing reputation for serious build quality and reference-grade digital design; the brand’s higher-end processors are known for strong sound and upgradeable architecture, which is part of why they retain appeal with enthusiasts. If this one includes original packaging, remote, manuals, or any matching digital accessories, that meaningfully improves the case. If not, and especially if it’s an older unit with unknown service history, I’d negotiate hard rather than chase it at full ask.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Theta Digital emerged in the late 1980s from a research project by a group of music enthusiasts in the United States, determined to overcome the harsh sound of early compact discs. Their breakthrough came with the 1988 release of the DS Pre, the world's first DSP-based outboard digital-to-analog converter, which revealed unprecedented musical detail and set a new benchmark for digital playback. Rooted in a philosophy of non-obsolescence, the company emphasized upgradeable designs, allowing owners to evolve their systems without waste, a commitment that defined its early heritage.
The brand specializes in high-end digital audio components, particularly DACs renowned for their lifelike transparency and two-channel purity. Iconic products like the Casablanca series—starting in 1995—evolved into modular music and cinema controllers with open architecture, supporting up to 12 channels, advanced DSP processing, and bandwidths reaching 192 kHz. Under the stewardship of figures like Morris Kessler of Amplifier Technologies and engineer Dave Reich, Theta also produces elite amplifiers such as the Dreadnaught and Citadel, blending cutting-edge tech with audiophile-grade build quality.
Positioned firmly in the high-end audio market, Theta commands a cult following among discerning buyers for its uncompromising sound and longevity. Though production has waned in recent years following company changes, its legacy endures through still-upgradeable Casablanca units and a reputation for products that outperform contemporaries, appealing to serious collectors and home theater aficionados seeking timeless excellence.
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