Magnetar UDP800 MKII 4K Blu-Ray Player

The Magnetar UDP800 MKII is a reference-level universal disc and media player engineered for home theater enthusiasts and audiophiles who want premium 4K video performance and refined two-channel audio in one component. Designed to handle 4K UHD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D, DVD, SACD, CD, and a wide range of digital media files, this high-end player combines broad format compatibility with upgraded internal architecture for cleaner playback, lower noise, and greater overall stability. Its enhanced video processing improves detail, color accuracy, scaling, and HDR performance across Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HDR10+ content, while the refined audio section uses dual Burr-Brown PCM1795 DACs, seven OPA1602 op-amps, balanced XLR and RCA stereo outputs, and improved isolation for more transparent, dynamic sound. With a rigid metal chassis, double-layer construction, optimized power delivery, dedicated HDMI audio output, USB 3.0 playback, DLNA/SMB/NFS network support, and a redesigned low-noise transport, the UDP800 MKII is built to deliver reference-quality music and movie playback from virtually every source in your collection.

What It's Good At:

• Delivering premium 4K UHD playback with enhanced detail, accurate color, and stable HDR performance
• Playing an exceptionally wide range of disc, audio, video, and image formats from one component
• Producing audiophile-grade stereo sound through dual Burr-Brown DACs, balanced XLR, and upgraded analog circuitry
• Reducing noise and jitter with improved PCB layout, TMDS retiming, isolated internal sections, and cleaner power delivery
• Handling local and network media playback through USB 3.0, DLNA, SMB, and NFS support
• Providing long-term durability with a rigid metal chassis, double-layer construction, upgraded connectors, and a redesigned transport

Magnetar UDP800 MKII Full Specifications:

• Product name: Magnetar UDP800 MKII
• Product type: Reference-level universal disc/media player
• Processor: Quad-core MediaTek MT8581
• Memory: 12Gb Samsung DDR memory
• Flash storage: 4Gb NAND flash
• PCB design: 6-layer PCB
• Internal components: High-precision LDO regulators, Murata MLCC capacitors, NCC electrolytic capacitors
• Internal wiring/connectors: High-quality copper-core wires; upgraded JST and Amphenol PCB connectors
• Chassis design: High-rigidity metal body with double-layer chassis structure
• Shielding: Internal components independently shielded by metal casings
• Optical drive: Redesigned optical drive for reduced noise
• Power architecture: Custom 60W high-power low-noise transformer with two-stage filter
• Capacitors: Japanese Rubycon electrolytic capacitors
• Noise control: Separate metal case damping for reduced noise and improved stability
• Video formats/features: Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, 4K UHD playback, enhanced upscaling, source direct video output
• Audio formats/features: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, LPCM, DVD-A, SACD, Blu-ray Audio, DSD
• Dedicated HDMI audio output: Yes
• HDMI audio refinement: TMDS retiming on HDMI audio port for jitter reduction and improved signal quality
• DAC configuration: Two Burr-Brown PCM1795 DAC processors
• Analog output stage: Seven OPA1602 low-distortion op-amps
• Analog audio outputs: 2-channel RCA, balanced XLR
• Digital audio outputs: Optical, coaxial, HDMI
• HDMI ports: HDMI Out 1 (main), HDMI Out 2 (audio only)
• USB: USB 3.0 with added HUB chip and redesigned power supply
• Network: LAN (1000M), DLNA, SMB, NFS
• External drive support: Supports up to 16TB hard drive
• RS-232: Yes
• Supported media formats: 4K UHD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, AVCHD-SACD, CD, Kodak Picture CD, CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, DVD±R DL, BD-R/RE, BD-Live/BONUSVIEW, M2TS, MP4, MKV, MOV, AVI, TP, TRP, TS, 3GP, ASF, OGM, WMV, H264/AVC, H265/HEVC, MPEG-1/2/4, VC-1, VP-8, VP-9, FLAC, M4A, MP3, OGG, AIF/AIFF, APE, DSF, AAC, ALAC, JPG, TIFF
• Supported disc types: UHD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, AVCHD, SACD, CD, Kodak Picture CD, CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, DVD±R DL, BD-R/RE
• Multi-channel audio support: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, LPCM, DVD-A, SACD, Blu-ray Audio
• Analog audio characteristics:
  • Frequency range: 20Hz to 20kHz (±0.05dB)
  • Signal-to-noise ratio: ≥120dB
  • Total harmonic distortion plus noise: ≥0.01% / ≤0.01% listed across source materials
  • Output level RCA: 2.1 ±0.2Vrms
  • Output level XLR: 4.2 ±0.4Vrms
  • Dynamic range: 120dB / ≥120dB listed across source materials
  • Channel separation: >100dB (RCA), >120dB (XLR)
• HDMI audio output support: Up to 7.1 channel 192kHz PCM, 5.1 channel DSD, Dolby Atmos/DTS:X via bitstream
• HDMI video output support:
  • UHD: 23.976/25/30/50/59.94/60Hz
  • 1080i/p
  • 720p
  • 576i/p
  • 480i/p
  • Source direct
• Power supply: AC 100-240V~, 50/60Hz
• Power consumption: <30W
• Standby power: <0.5W
• Operating temperature: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
• Operating humidity: 15% to 75%
• Unit dimensions: 430 x 300 x 90 mm
• Unit weight: 15 lbs / 6.8 kg
• Packing dimensions: 516 x 391 x 203 mm
• Packing weight: 21 lbs / 9.6 kg
• What’s in the box: Remote control, power cord, owner’s manual

Magnetar UDP800 MKII Q&A:

What types of discs can the Magnetar UDP800 MKII play?

The UDP800 MKII supports 4K UHD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, AVCHD, SACD, CD, Kodak Picture CD, CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, DVD±R DL, and BD-R/RE, making it a true universal disc player for mixed media libraries.

Does the UDP800 MKII support Dolby Vision and HDR10+?

Yes. It supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HDR10+ for high-quality HDR playback with improved color accuracy, contrast, and image realism on compatible displays.

Is this player a good choice for high-end stereo audio systems?

Yes. It is equipped with dual Burr-Brown PCM1795 DACs, seven OPA1602 op-amps, balanced XLR outputs, and stereo RCA outputs to deliver refined two-channel audio performance.

Can the UDP800 MKII play media files from USB or a network?

Yes. It supports USB 3.0 playback and network sharing over DLNA, SMB, and NFS, giving you flexible access to stored music, video, and image files.

Does it include a dedicated HDMI audio output?

Yes. The player features separate HDMI outputs, including a dedicated HDMI audio connection that helps isolate audio and video paths for cleaner performance in advanced A/V systems.

What audio formats are supported over HDMI?

The HDMI audio output supports up to 7.1-channel 192kHz PCM, 5.1-channel DSD, and Dolby Atmos/DTS:X via bitstream.

How is the UDP800 MKII built to reduce noise and vibration?

It uses a high-rigidity metal chassis, double-layer construction, internal metal shielding, a redesigned low-noise transport, improved PCB layout, and a custom low-noise power supply for greater stability and lower interference.

What comes in the box with the player?

The box includes the UDP800 MKII player, remote control, power cord, and owner’s manual.

Magnetar UDP800 MKII Downloads:

Magnetar UDP800 MKII Manual
Magnetar UDP800 MKII Specifications Sheet