It was very interesting reading all the comments. I missed out on the drop but luckily I was able to get it on the US on-line store. I can understand the reluctance of people purchasing it for the price quoted but if you love jazz' as I do' it was a no brainer. Think of it this way. 75 hi-res remastered albums would cost at least 20 a piece. Multiply that by 75 and you get 1500. You basically get the player for free. It all boils down to what your priorities are. Happy listening.