This is a great player, probably the best 2 channel player I have yet heard - but it is ONLY a 2 channel player.

So, if you want 5.1 channel DVD-A capability, go with the 800.

My Kit: 861v8+ID41, 800v4, UHD722, MD600, MS600, MS200, Oppo BDP-203, Genesis 201, Genesis 350 SE, Genesis S4-8 Sub, BG 520i, VTL MB450 II, Krell Showcase 7, Genesis 928 Subs, Danley DTS10 sub, SVS Ultra 16 subs.