If you're looking for quality region-free DVD players, HKFlix stock quite a few here from various makers, which are mostly customized. They have some multi-disc players from Panasonic and Pioneer, and high-end players from Denon and others.

You can also always check for codes to unlock players to become region-free here: http://www.videohelp.com/dvdplayers

Quoting dee1959jay:

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Many DVD players can be unlocked (made region-free) very simply (e.g. by pressing a code on the remote). So I wouldn't concentrate too much on getting it multiregion out of the box. More important is whether it can be unlocked easily. Google is your friend...

What he said. One good source for remote hacks is VideoHelp.com.

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Having said that: Oppo offers very good value for money, when it comes to DVD players.

Also what he said.

Only Best Rated is a Canadian reseller of Oppo products. I bought my DV-983H from them and had no problems. If you're located in the Toronto area you can even do local pickup and save on shipping.

Now... if you're interested in getting a Blu-ray player you may want to wait a little bit, as Oppo will be bringing out their BDP-83 player relatively soon. I've heard February speculated as the release month.

Now, there's no guarantee that the BDP-83 will be able to be made region free, but since it's Oppo it's a decent chance it will. It may be worth waiting just in case, as it could potentially save a bit of money as well as shelf space. Provided you're in the market for a Blu-ray player as well.

KM

Thanks for all the advice - I've looked at the Oppo and it does look good, DivX is important so the 980 is looking good, reasonable price and upconverting which is a bonus

one word, four letters:  Oppo