Got this player a couple of weeks ago and it's probably the 2nd best Dolby Vision player after the Oppo 203. No freezing. It's quiet. I think it's a better value over the 203 at it's current sale price of $229 (w/free remote).
Thanks for the review bud! After deciding on getting this player I went to best buy and purchased it. What a great deal I got the remote you mentioned and 3 4k movies for 200 bucks. Not bad at all.
Hey how are the digital formats like H.265, MKV, AND XVID for playback? Any compatability problems or do they all play straight out of the box? Also, when you play them through the usb port does the player upscale them to 4K? I'm looking to buy one in a day or two so your input would be pretty valuable,thanks.
You said the lg does Dolby out the box the Sony doesn’t do that what did you mean by that? With the Sony do you have to change the setting. To use Dolby ?
@@errolthomas9426 Exactly too expensive for multi region Blu-ray players. Mine is multi region DVD only. I have a couple of DVD imports so that's why I needed one that plays multi region DVD's.
I have had this player since may 10th of 2019 and it has been good but a few blu-rays will just stop and go back to the main screen when I try to start the movie or during the movie
Anyone knows how this player is on video playback from external harddrive through usb connection? Will it play most formats like mkv and support most audio formats? Anyone?
I have the LG UBK80 model and it has supported every video format i have played with my external hard drive. mkv, mp4, and .avi i know for sure it palys with no problem.
I just got this and I was wondering if there is a way to see a time elapsed feature when hitting pause or another function like fast forward, I know there is no display on the unit, but my 10 year old Samsung Blu Ray player would show the time elapsed as soon as I hit pause or fast forward. Thanks.
I Need someone's help! I got the UBK90 and I have an LG SK9500 65 tv When I put on a movie like Harry Potter, it wants HDMI deep HD colors turned on and I have no option of no and so I say okay but then it goes to say "No signal", I´ve tried searching over the net but no success. So every time I have that Deep HD color on it won't show display and go "no signal" but I need it to watch the movie? like what to do? 'I've tried all HDMI ports and etc.
@@TechnoDad It says on the pack High speed HDMI cable. TypeA 600 Mhz/18Gbps Aspect ratio 21:9 UHD support That's pretty much it on the back Edit: I just saw on the back it says 2.0b and i assume i need a 2.0a?
@@TechnoDad thank you, if you could let me know that would be great I’ve tried the Sony m2 and the Panasonic the Sony wouldn’t find all my miles and the Panasonic wouldn’t play certain ones
I'm thinking about getting this player because I want to use Dolby vision. But my Xbox one x says my TV would use an "older version of Dolby vision that is not supported" I have an LG oled 55e6v from 2016, so my question is: will Dolby vision work with my TV and the ubk90? I don't find any information online. Would be great to have an answer.
Hi! Great question. I also have an LG E6 and I have the same problem. The UBK90 will work with your TV. Mine had some issues but overall it’s pretty decent.
Awesome video. I need your help. I have this 4k player. The AV Receiver that I have decodes DTS-HD MASTER Audio. It is an older model receiver that does not decode Dolby Atmos. I have a tv that has E-arc. I recently purchased the Alien 40th anniversary 4k Ultra HD disc that decodes DTS-HD Master Audio as well. When I play the disc, I am only getting sound from the Left speaker, right speaker, and subwoofer from my 5.1 system. When I go into the receivers settings and select multi channel stereo, I get sound through all of my speakers. When I use another 4k disc, such as Black Panther, everything works fine. I do not have to make any changes in the receiver. That disc offers Dolby Atmos and Dolby digital plus. Is it the way that DTS-HD Master Audio is processed that causes it to use 2.1 sound only?
Whoops, so sorry, I didn’t see correctly. The UBK90 just turns it on usually. I never had issues with that, I had lip sync issues with DV content. My bad, I thought this was the UB820...
Hi! It's hard to say. I've had freezing with the X700 and I've had strange audio/video sync issues with the UBK90. It mighty be wise to save up a little bit more money if you can and wait to see what the Panasonic UB820 is all about.
I have the same issue and I'm exchanging it for a Panasonic. I found that the laser cannot read most triple layered disks, dual layer, blu rays and regular DVDs work fine however. It does seem to be a manufacturer fault
Hi Techno Dad! have bought LG UBK90 Player and trying to setup with Onkyo reciver NR676 and Optoma UHD51A. when i connect the player with my TV ( non 4K TV) i do see the home page menu and able to play Discs as well.. however when tried to setup with Receiver and Projector .. i do see Flickering screen from Projection.. i have changed few HDMI cables with 4K option... even i have tried direct connection with Optoma HDMI port (HDCP 2.2) i do see flickering.. not sure what does cause it.. can you please throw some light on this when you have a chance?
I know this video is old, but thought I would mention anyway. You may go to Dolby's website and download demonstration files directly from them. Last time I was there it was the Amaze clip and Leaf clip. both files are in the mkv format. I have tested mine and it works great. My older LG up870 also played MKV fine and passed through Atmos and DTSX .This past Sunday's Best Buy add had it on sale for $199 with 3 free movies. When I placed my order online I also got the free remote. Selected in store pickup and got another $4 off. So far I really like mine.
How does this compare to other bang for buck bluray players with Dolby Vision? Costco has this for $149.99 now, but I'm assuming you wouldn't get the harmony remote(if BB is still doing that?).
I bought this LG Blu-Ray player and i really think it was the absolute best i could find, with the spec´s i needed and good reviews. After trying it our with a few 4k Disc´s it really does a great job! Never thought i would find such a cheap player showing SO great a picture/sound, so great product in my book ;) Thank you for a good video!
Hi! I would go with the Panasonic UB420 if you don’t need Dolby Vision. It’s on sale for $199 on Crutchfield. If you need DV, then I would go with this LG UBK90.
@@carlos.a.b Netflix are a pain in the butt regarding Atmos, only devices on their hardware list supports it, I don't know if they get kickbacks from those companies or what. The UBK-90 is a good disk player but the apps (netflix and UA-cam) are bare bones. Best to get something like a Roku Ultra for streaming, the Roku Ultra does do Atmos if the app supports it, Netflix doesn't but Amazon Prime does. So you have to do some homework if you want to stream Netflix with Atmos. As for Vudu, I had read that the Roku Ultra can do atmos but cannot confirm this since it's not available here (we're not worthy lol).
I like what I see so far. Simple and nothing overwhelming. Looking forward to your review later on. I'd like to know your thoughts about how the playback (video quality) compares to the Oppo 203.
Hey techno dad, Should I just worry about using the correct picture mode on my calibrated tv or match the tv picture with the 4K player picture setting? I assume it is mainly dependent on how good a picture your tv can give? Would you say leave the player on standard? Of all the picture settings I notice there seems to be a loss of shadow detail in movie mode. Is this maybe suppose to be this way? Like maybe movie mode is making those specific areas darker because they are suppose to look that way? Standard and user setting(default settings) are pretty close but bring back that detail. However the image is brighter and not as pleasent as the slightly dimmer movie mode. I fooled around a bit in user settings but could not find one I liked. Going on past experience I understand why Film mode is dimmer, I just want to make sure I am getting the best possible way of viewing. I am using the player with a Samsung smart tv. I have heard this tv is not top of the line so.
Thanks for the video, it helped me decide to buy one to go with my OLED LG TV. Would you know the brand and model of the optical drive that is inside the player?
Get the ubkm9 its the same player as ubk90 and cheaper. You wont be dissappointed with disk loading time. Plus the fact ot detects if its 3d, hdr10 or dolby vision.
Mark Louie Adame thank you your reply. My UKB90 has been modified to play all Blu-ray regions. So whichever player I wanted to consider apart from its ability to support BDXL, it would also need to be able to switch regions.
Tim, I would always recommend the Oppo over these budget players. I would save up for that if you can. It'll do everything this player does but WAY better!
The UP970 was garbage as I got mine on sale for $200 and it lasted 4 months and it sounded like a jet taking off when you put a disk into it. I am not sure I will ever buy another LG player as LG makes good products but I find a weakness in many companies it to make a reliable disk player .
That's definitely true James. The first batch of UP970s do have that issue. I bought one used on ebay for $90 just for testing purposes and it's fine. This new UBK90 doesn't seem to have that issue. It seems like this is a UP970 without the bugs. Now I just have to wait and see what happens in the coming months.
It would probably still be under warranty but I read comments on audio sites where people sent their in only to have the same issue come back a month later when they got it back. I was saving for the OPPO 4K player but the company decided not to go on making any more Blu-ray players as I guess their sales were not what they need to continue on but out of all the players I had from Pioneer Elite to Panasonic my OPPO Blu-ray player had the best picture and sound out of all of them. But people don't want to spend $500 on a quality player as it's sad as more and more people prefer digital downloads... it sucks to be a audiophile :)
It definitely does suck, LOL! I am about to pick up the Cambridge Audio CXUHD which is a clone of the Oppo UDP-203, which comes in at $700. I think it's really funny though, I've always recommend the Oppo 203 on UA-cam and on FaceBook groups and everyone said the Oppo was too expensive at $550. BUT, then they ended up buying one when Oppo announced the closing, and guess what? They all said the Oppo was leaps and bounds better than the player they currently had (LG, Sony, Samsung) in both picture and sound.
Thanks for the tip I did not know there was a Clone as do you think some other company will pick up where Oppo left off. I was considering just going with the OPPO if there are any left in stock when I am ready to buy but will have to look into the Cambridge unit :)
Hi! Meaning only 2018 player that can support all 3 at the moment. The Oppo supports HDR10 and DV. It does not support HLG and it doesn't need to as it doesn't have streaming apps.
If you have a lg 4k player from 2017 you'll want to buy the ubk90, the picture is sharper the colors are brighter,almost no blooming(my 2017 model was horrible)and the ubk90 has a hdmi audio out for DTS X and Dolby Atmos so you don't have to pass through to a receiver and loss video quality
Hi from Spain!!! Techno Dad, i would like do one question because i don´t know what is the better option for me. I bought a LG C7 Oled one week ago, and i would like to buy one Dolby Vision $K disc player. What is better? UBP-X700 from Sony or UBK90 from LG? I tested both and with Sony i have to choose DV option manually, buy LG don´t have 60 hz option for Billy Linn $K disc...
@@TechnoDad right,yeah that's what I meant!...lol!!....I should have worded my question better!...thanks! I just wanted to make sure I could actually listen to "atmos" when playing a movie that had "atmos" sound track thru this lg blue ray player thru my denon avr that has "atmos" decoding that's connected to my 7.2.2 speaker arrangement that I currently have until I pony up the money for two more height "atmos" speakers! I'm looking at the lg blueray because I'm just having a hard time justifying paying the price for an "oppo" blue ray player!...lol!!
Recommend it over the LG UP970? I know you said it's last years model, but was able to get that today for $129.99 plus tax. It won't get a ton of usage, but do want to be able to watch DV 4K blu-ray's when I want.
Did you ever find a file with Dolby atmos? I have a ton of 4K remuxes some with Dolby atmos. Let me know if you need one. They’re rather large files though. I think the smallest one I have is 42gbs.
I have a UBK90 and can confirm that it will not play Dolby Atmos audio tracks embedded in MKV files. It will, however, play MKV's with DTS HD-MA and Dolby TrueHD audio tracks so you can let your AVR's DSU or DTS Neural:X upmixers (if it has them) expand the sound. They are both very good. I have an Oppo-203 also and it won't play MKV Atmos tracks either but it will send them out as MLP audio. The UBK90 also won't recognize chapter stops in MKV files (the Oppo will) but neither do the Sony 4K players. It also sends all Netflix video out in Dolby Vision which is unfortunate since it makes SDR content look pretty bad. Still, the UBK90, as disc spinner only, is a solid back-up to my Oppo and it puts out excellent Dolby Vision and HDR images. It also can play a wide variety of files with different video and audio encoding, a big plus in my book
@@phillipstewart8372 Unfortunately not, look at Netflix supported devices on their site for Atmos playback, they are very limited, I don't know why Netflix doesn't get their act together in this respect, even the Roku Ultra Netflix app doesn't do Atmos even though the device is Atmos capable.
Thanks for the great videos! I didn't see it on your channel, was there a full review for this unit? Curious if it has similar problems to the Sony x 700
Hi! I have given that to Youthman to check out so I don’t have it in house to make a final review. I’ll tell you this though, I did get some audio/video sync issues with the lg UBK90. Mostly on Dolby Vision discs
@@TechnoDad thank you sir! I'm finally getting back into the physical media game. Picked up a Samsung k8500 on Ebay for $90. Has hdr but no Dolby vision. You can pick up the lg for one $130 right now. I already spent the money on the Samsung so I'll probably hold out for the cambridge audio at this point...
As long as your receiver or soundbar supports DTS:X and Dolby Atmos, you're good to go! A Blu-ray player really only needs Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio bitstream support to decode the extra layers Dolby Atmos and DTS:X on a AV receiver.
Tech Dad? I have an LG UP970 and a SecuroMax 4K hdmi you recommended. I've been having some issues with the some movies, where they seem to freeze and skip to another chapter. It's driving me nuts. I've done the necessary updates and the discs are clean and scratch free. I've even taken a disc back for an exchange but still have same issue. Can you help?
Hi Luis! It probably an issue with the player. I re-bought a used UP970 a few months ago for around $90 on eBay and it's been doing fine with the few discs I've tried. Compatibility and freezing are issues with the 4K players in this price point.
Hey Channa do you produce any of your mixes in atmos ? I would really like to get music that takes advantage of atmos and any places I could find atmos music tracks. I'm using Xbox one S and UA-cam doesn't seem to let my receiver decode atmos for some reason. I have the Onkyo tx- nr676.
Mrtscrp30 That's because UA-cam only ever support LPCM 2.0, you'll have to use the Dolby Surround upmixer on your receiver to enjoy UA-cam in near-Atmos quality sound.
Hi! Sorry for the delay. Unfortunately, I only mix music in stereo. I'd have to create a 7.2.4 setup in my music studio and that's just not a possibility. Funny you ask because Dolby just released a sponsored video where they have Deadmau5 and other electronic music producers trying out mixing in Atmos and they were just stunned! There are a few music demos on the 2016 Dolby Atmos Demo Disc.
Techno Dad could you imagine the dimension your sound could achieve as a producer that would elevate your brand. You already have great sound and smooth mixes.
Short and sweet! but hey techno dad what about the rest of us that don't hv an LG tv or hdr10 would this player still make enough of a difference. Im using my xbox one s for blueray 4k play back btw.
Hi techno Daddy-o just wanted 2 ask u about the new vizio p quantum series 4k coming out this summer. Do u think it will b better than the tcl r6 as far as picture & color?? Please let me know if u can cheers😎😀
Hi Tommy, I think it could be better than the TCL, but the P-Quantum is only 65" and costs $1,300. So it's $300 more, and if you're going that much, you might want to get a Sony...maybe...I think you might be thinking of the Vizio P-series without the Quantum, the P55-F1, which is around $800 for the 55"
Did you try connecting the player to a receiver and then out to a projector? I only got audio, no video. The NVIDIA shield tv does hdr and atmos via the same setup and cables.
I found your video very helpful thank you. Its now 2020 and this is still the latest LG 4K player, okay i am now a little concerned. I was hoping for Amazon Prime along with Netflix.
![Lp. Сердце Вселенной #60 РОЖДЕНИЕ ЛОЛОЛОШКИ [Финал] • Майнкрафт](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/YoR0pAV9FVQ/mqdefault.jpg)
Got this player a couple of weeks ago and it's probably the 2nd best Dolby Vision player after the Oppo 203. No freezing. It's quiet. I think it's a better value over the 203 at it's current sale price of $229 (w/free remote).
price is up to $249
How do you turn dolby vision on and off?
Any recent video review after initial purchase? Im between this and the Sony X700. Thanks
its confusing there appears to be a UBK90 that appears to be an updated version with the same model number ....
I own this player and I love it. It also plays SACD discs.
Thanks for the review bud! After deciding on getting this player I went to best buy and purchased it. What a great deal I got the remote you mentioned and 3 4k movies for 200 bucks. Not bad at all.
NIIIIICE!! That's awesome!
Hey how are the digital formats like H.265, MKV, AND XVID for playback? Any compatability problems or do they all play straight out of the box? Also, when you play them through the usb port does the player upscale them to 4K? I'm looking to buy one in a day or two so your input would be pretty valuable,thanks.
You said the lg does Dolby out the box the Sony doesn’t do that what did you mean by that? With the Sony do you have to change the setting. To use Dolby ?
Hi! Yes, you have to change the settings and turn DV on and off depending on your content.
Is it possible to set the UBK90 to 1080p in the output to get the HDMI signal back to about 15m?
I need to know how good ubk90 is for Dolby vision,my lg tv has Dolby vision
I got mine three months ago and it works great. In fact, it happens to be multi region.
Really? Mine isn’t.
@@TechnoDad Bombay Electronics have them
Mines is multi region as well, but only for standard DVD's. I got mine from a seller on Amazon.
@@Revolver1981 If you really wanna have an LG UBK90 4K UHD multi region player, buy one from Bombay Electronics from $319.
@@errolthomas9426 Exactly too expensive for multi region Blu-ray players. Mine is multi region DVD only. I have a couple of DVD imports so that's why I needed one that plays multi region DVD's.
Any newer better budget reccomendation?
Panasonic UB420 can be found on sale for around $150
The Sony is $149 on BB right now
@@TechnoDad is the lg and panasonic difference really only dolby vision as the ub420 has no dolby vision
I have an LG oled.TV....is this still the best BUDGET ultra 4k player for my TV?
I have had this player since may 10th of 2019 and it has been good but a few blu-rays will just stop and go back to the main screen when I try to start the movie or during the movie
Yeah same here.
@@colbywoodbery8648 after a year the LG Ubk90 died and stopped playing disks
@@Mjaybird how about the 80
@@kascnef I have not had the 80. It does not have Dolby Vision
Does the Netflix on the lg player playback Dolby Atmos content
Hi do i have to connect this player to the internet or will it work ok without connecting?
Anyone knows how this player is on video playback from external harddrive through usb connection?
Will it play most formats like mkv and support most audio formats?
Anyone?
Thats my exact question !!!!
I have the LG UBK80 model and it has supported every video format i have played with my external hard drive. mkv, mp4, and .avi i know for sure it palys with no problem.
Does it support Atmos via usb in mkv format?
DId anyone figure out if the usb plays dolby vision files in dolby vision?
I would imagine that only BDMV folders can play Dolby Vision and as I recall this player did not read BDMV folders.
AS OF TODAY ITS AT BEST BUY ON SALE FOR $179.99!! AND STILL COMES WITH HARMONY 665 :)
Nice!!
I just got this and I was wondering if there is a way to see a time elapsed feature when hitting pause or another function like fast forward, I know there is no display on the unit, but my 10 year old Samsung Blu Ray player would show the time elapsed as soon as I hit pause or fast forward. Thanks.
Would you say it is better than the Sony UBP-X700 or about the same?
Can i play 4k movies by USB in the this player
This one might. Stop leaving the same comment on multiple videos.
I Need someone's help! I got the UBK90 and I have an LG SK9500 65 tv
When I put on a movie like Harry Potter, it wants HDMI deep HD colors turned on and I have no option of no and so I say okay but then it goes to say "No signal", I´ve tried searching over the net but no success. So every time I have that Deep HD color on it won't show display and go "no signal" but I need it to watch the movie? like what to do? 'I've tried all HDMI ports and etc.
Hi! What HDMI cable are you using? Is it a high speed hdmi cable with support for 4K HDR 4:4:4???
@@TechnoDad It says on the pack
High speed HDMI cable.
TypeA
600 Mhz/18Gbps
Aspect ratio 21:9
UHD support
That's pretty much it on the back
Edit: I just saw on the back it says 2.0b and i assume i need a 2.0a?
Does this support network media play back?
I'm not sure. I'd have to check.
@@TechnoDad thank you, if you could let me know that would be great I’ve tried the Sony m2 and the Panasonic the Sony wouldn’t find all my miles and the Panasonic wouldn’t play certain ones
Anyone have issues with white fuzzy screen at startup or random times ? Or screen flickering on certain netflix shows?
not here...
@@TechnoDad just did it again today about 5 times. Turn it on white screen.unplug it turn it on go to netflix works fine than bam white screen again
If it really does hdr10 and Dolby vision I gotta get it over the Panasonic 420
I'm thinking about getting this player because I want to use Dolby vision. But my Xbox one x says my TV would use an "older version of Dolby vision that is not supported" I have an LG oled 55e6v from 2016, so my question is: will Dolby vision work with my TV and the ubk90? I don't find any information online. Would be great to have an answer.
Hi! Great question. I also have an LG E6 and I have the same problem. The UBK90 will work with your TV. Mine had some issues but overall it’s pretty decent.
@@TechnoDad Thanks! 😊
Can this model (LG UBK80) make zoom to reduce the annoying wide-screen black bars?
Not sure.
Awesome video. I need your help. I have this 4k player. The AV Receiver that I have decodes DTS-HD MASTER Audio. It is an older model receiver that does not decode Dolby Atmos. I have a tv that has E-arc. I recently purchased the Alien 40th anniversary 4k Ultra HD disc that decodes DTS-HD Master Audio as well. When I play the disc, I am only getting sound from the Left speaker, right speaker, and subwoofer from my 5.1 system. When I go into the receivers settings and select multi channel stereo, I get sound through all of my speakers. When I use another 4k disc, such as Black Panther, everything works fine. I do not have to make any changes in the receiver. That disc offers Dolby Atmos and Dolby digital plus. Is it the way that DTS-HD Master Audio is processed that causes it to use 2.1 sound only?
Does Dolby vision just activate automatically, because I can’t find any setting saying Dolby vision
You have to turn it on in settings and then it will activate whenever you play DV content.
Techno Dad Yh but no setting saying Dolby vision. Do 4K ultra blu rays support Dolby vision?
Go to the 6 minute mark in this video - ua-cam.com/video/ZZC1-B-kh1o/v-deo.html
Whoops, so sorry, I didn’t see correctly. The UBK90 just turns it on usually. I never had issues with that, I had lip sync issues with DV content. My bad, I thought this was the UB820...
Techno Dad oh right I see. Thanks for reply
I’ve always wondered when these companies are gonna get rid of disc trays on these blu Ray or 4K players? A disc slot would be way better
emersonleon85 disc trays are a cheap mechanism, slots are costly and temperamental
Why do you think a disc slot would be better?
Is this compatible with LG OLED 65 inch TV I bought this year
Of course
Techno Dad amongst lg ubk90 and sony x700 which player has best picture quality assuming both have zero hardware/software issues.
Hi! It's hard to say. I've had freezing with the X700 and I've had strange audio/video sync issues with the UBK90. It mighty be wise to save up a little bit more money if you can and wait to see what the Panasonic UB820 is all about.
HELP!!!! My LG 4K Blu-Ray player keeps freezing! I bought it brand new. And the firmware is up to date. It keeps happening and I'm losing my mind!
Yeah, it had some issues. Mine had lip sync issues with Dolby Vision content. I would recommend returning it if possible.
I have the same issue and I'm exchanging it for a Panasonic. I found that the laser cannot read most triple layered disks, dual layer, blu rays and regular DVDs work fine however. It does seem to be a manufacturer fault
Tell which brand is good....in low budget.....
Did this player play H265 mkv video from HDD? THANKS!
Is this UBK90 capable of SA-CD playback ?
Hi Techno Dad! have bought LG UBK90 Player and trying to setup with Onkyo reciver NR676 and Optoma UHD51A. when i connect the player with my TV ( non 4K TV) i do see the home page menu and able to play Discs as well.. however when tried to setup with Receiver and Projector .. i do see Flickering screen from Projection.. i have changed few HDMI cables with 4K option... even i have tried direct connection with Optoma HDMI port (HDCP 2.2) i do see flickering.. not sure what does cause it.. can you please throw some light on this when you have a chance?
I know this video is old, but thought I would mention anyway. You may go to Dolby's website and download demonstration files directly from them. Last time I was there it was the Amaze clip and Leaf clip. both files are in the mkv format. I have tested mine and it works great. My older LG up870 also played MKV fine and passed through Atmos and DTSX .This past Sunday's Best Buy add had it on sale for $199 with 3 free movies. When I placed my order online I also got the free remote. Selected in store pickup and got another $4 off. So far I really like mine.
Does this player upscale regular dvd?
It should send out a 4K signal
How does this compare to other bang for buck bluray players with Dolby Vision? Costco has this for $149.99 now, but I'm assuming you wouldn't get the harmony remote(if BB is still doing that?).
Yeah, that remote is discontinued. I like the Panasonic UB420 at that price range, but there's no DV.
The Sony is $149 on BB right now
Will this model switch dolby vision automatically? I know sony 4k players cannot do this.Also can the usb slot output dolby vision and dolby atmos?
Hi! Yes, it should switch automatically.
Price at Best Buy is up to $249.
Thanks for the tip!
I bought this LG Blu-Ray player and i really think it was the absolute best i could find, with the spec´s i needed and good reviews. After trying it our with a few 4k Disc´s it really does a great job! Never thought i would find such a cheap player showing SO great a picture/sound, so great product in my book ;) Thank you for a good video!
Very cool! Glad you're having a good experience!
How do you turn dolby vision on and off
I have the Samsung 4k 6290FXZA. It's a good TV. No Dolby vision nor "Real" HDR. Out of all the 4k players, which one do you recommend?
Hi Techno Dad. Thanks for the great video.
Today in 2021 what's in your opinion the best 4k player under 250 bucks?
Still this 2018 lg?
Hi! I would go with the Panasonic UB420 if you don’t need Dolby Vision. It’s on sale for $199 on Crutchfield. If you need DV, then I would go with this LG UBK90.
@@TechnoDad Thanks LG UBK90 will be!
@@TechnoDad thanks for replying I also was wondering the same
Dude thanks for asking this question because I also too was wondering as I am about to go to bestbuy to buy one good timing
Dolby Vision on the UBK90 is profile 4 does not work on Sony which needs profile 5......
Hey, thanks for the tip, I didn't know that!
So if I buy this I won't get Dolby vision on the Netflix app on a Sony Oled?
Looks like no
Which profile is mine LG OLED C8
Can it play Pal / Region 2 Blu-Ray and DVD ?
It's region locked. I tried a Region 4 DVD and no luck.
Does it stream Dolby Vision/atmos on vudu and netflix?
Hi! I don't think they do on this player.
@@TechnoDad can you suggest one tha streams Dolby vision/atmos on vudu?
@@carlos.a.b Netflix are a pain in the butt regarding Atmos, only devices on their hardware list supports it, I don't know if they get kickbacks from those companies or what. The UBK-90 is a good disk player but the apps (netflix and UA-cam) are bare bones. Best to get something like a Roku Ultra for streaming, the Roku Ultra does do Atmos if the app supports it, Netflix doesn't but Amazon Prime does. So you have to do some homework if you want to stream Netflix with Atmos. As for Vudu, I had read that the Roku Ultra can do atmos but cannot confirm this since it's not available here (we're not worthy lol).
I like what I see so far. Simple and nothing overwhelming. Looking forward to your review later on. I'd like to know your thoughts about how the playback (video quality) compares to the Oppo 203.
Hey, does anyone here know how to unlock UBK80 blu ray player for all regions?
Not sure, but I do see a lot of UBK90s on Amazon that are region free.
Does it have wi-fi or just the straight Ethernet cable?
Pete Bowers at 2:08 it shows the wifi symbol on the box, so ya.
Hey techno dad, Should I just worry about using the correct picture mode on my calibrated tv or match the tv picture with the 4K player picture setting? I assume it is mainly dependent on how good a picture your tv can give? Would you say leave the player on standard? Of all the picture settings I notice there seems to be a loss of shadow detail in movie mode. Is this maybe suppose to be this way? Like maybe movie mode is making those specific areas darker because they are suppose to look that way? Standard and user setting(default settings) are pretty close but bring back that detail. However the image is brighter and not as pleasent as the slightly dimmer movie mode. I fooled around a bit in user settings but could not find one I liked. Going on past experience I understand why Film mode is dimmer, I just want to make sure I am getting the best possible way of viewing. I am using the player with a Samsung smart tv. I have heard this tv is not top of the line so.
Great work man!
Hi techno! BB is having a sale on the LG UBK90 which includes the ubk90, 3 4k movies and the free harmony 665 remote for $199. should I buy it?
That’s a pretty sweet deal. I think it should be a fine player. Mine had some lip sync issues but not sure you’ll experience that.
@@TechnoDad do you think that is better than an xbox?
Thanks for the video, it helped me decide to buy one to go with my OLED LG TV. Would you know the brand and model of the optical drive that is inside the player?
Sorry, I don’t know.
Techno Dad thank you for replying.
Get the ubkm9 its the same player as ubk90 and cheaper. You wont be dissappointed with disk loading time. Plus the fact ot detects if its 3d, hdr10 or dolby vision.
Mark Louie Adame thank you your reply. My UKB90 has been modified to play all Blu-ray regions. So whichever player I wanted to consider apart from its ability to support BDXL, it would also need to be able to switch regions.
Does it do atmos also
Yes
Do you have to manually set to Dolby Vision on this player for movies that have it like the Sony? Thanks
Nope...
So let me ask you this: should I get something like this?, Double D right out of the box, or should I still try to get my hands on an Oppo 203?
Tim, I would always recommend the Oppo over these budget players. I would save up for that if you can. It'll do everything this player does but WAY better!
Timothy Mathetes .ive got the oppo 203 it’s the best 4 k player out there.nothing compares to it.😮
Oppo 203 still the best out there.😎
Techno Dad thanks for the response.
Anytime!
Hi I am new to this 4k thing. I have a samsung ue65mu7000 TV. I am looking for a 4k player, does my TV support Dolby vision?
Hi! No Dolby Vision on any Samsung TV. Samsung is standing behind HDR10+ and not supporting DV.
Techno Dad Ah ok, thanks for the swift reply. What player would you recommend? Was thinking of getting the new Panasonic player, the 820?
I have the Samsung 4k 6290FXZA. I'm looking for a 4k player as well. What do you recommend?
Hey dude why is don't release in europe!?
The UP970 was garbage as I got mine on sale for $200 and it lasted 4 months and it sounded like a jet taking off when you put a disk into it. I am not sure I will ever buy another LG player as LG makes good products but I find a weakness in many companies it to make a reliable disk player .
That's definitely true James. The first batch of UP970s do have that issue. I bought one used on ebay for $90 just for testing purposes and it's fine. This new UBK90 doesn't seem to have that issue. It seems like this is a UP970 without the bugs. Now I just have to wait and see what happens in the coming months.
It would probably still be under warranty but I read comments on audio sites where people sent their in only to have the same issue come back a month later when they got it back. I was saving for the OPPO 4K player but the company decided not to go on making any more Blu-ray players as I guess their sales were not what they need to continue on but out of all the players I had from Pioneer Elite to Panasonic my OPPO Blu-ray player had the best picture and sound out of all of them. But people don't want to spend $500 on a quality player as it's sad as more and more people prefer digital downloads... it sucks to be a audiophile :)
It definitely does suck, LOL! I am about to pick up the Cambridge Audio CXUHD which is a clone of the Oppo UDP-203, which comes in at $700. I think it's really funny though, I've always recommend the Oppo 203 on UA-cam and on FaceBook groups and everyone said the Oppo was too expensive at $550. BUT, then they ended up buying one when Oppo announced the closing, and guess what? They all said the Oppo was leaps and bounds better than the player they currently had (LG, Sony, Samsung) in both picture and sound.
Thanks for the tip I did not know there was a Clone as do you think some other company will pick up where Oppo left off. I was considering just going with the OPPO if there are any left in stock when I am ready to buy but will have to look into the Cambridge unit :)
Only player in 2018 that can support DV and HDR? or do you mean all 3?
Can the Oppo 203 support all 3 ?
Hi! Meaning only 2018 player that can support all 3 at the moment. The Oppo supports HDR10 and DV. It does not support HLG and it doesn't need to as it doesn't have streaming apps.
Channa, does the UBK90 allow for source direct?
Where display player? On tv screen ?
I'm sorry, not sure what you are asking. What's up?
Does the player have a display on the panel?
If you have a lg 4k player from 2017 you'll want to buy the ubk90, the picture is sharper the colors are brighter,almost no blooming(my 2017 model was horrible)and the ubk90 has a hdmi audio out for DTS X and Dolby Atmos so you don't have to pass through to a receiver and loss video quality
how aboit the 80
Bestbuy has it on sale for $229 and it still comes with the free Harmony 665
Dark Moon No problem. Glad I could help. My local Bestbuy didn't have the remote so I had to order it online and return the first player.
price is up $249
Price how much iam India
Hi from Spain!!! Techno Dad, i would like do one question because i don´t know what is the better option for me. I bought a LG C7 Oled one week ago, and i would like to buy one Dolby Vision $K disc player. What is better? UBP-X700 from Sony or UBK90 from LG? I tested both and with Sony i have to choose DV option manually, buy LG don´t have 60 hz option for Billy Linn $K disc...
Hi Pablo! Well, if the 60Hz is important to you, then you should go with the Sony, but you'll always have to switch DV on and off. It's up to you.
Regardless of that, which player do you like the most?
Also, what about dvd & bluray playing on these 4k players? What is better?
out of those two, I would go with the LG
Lot of thank´s, Techno Dad!!!
Hey techno dad what u think of the Samsung 8500 budget uhd blueray player .. thanks
Hi! I haven't had experience with it, but it should do fine especially if you have Samsung TV.
@@TechnoDad I also bought the samsung qled q65 have you heard and what are your thoughts on that television as a 4k display thanks man
So just to be clear techno dad,will it play dolby atmos?
Hi! No 4k player plays Dolby Atmos, they just bitstream the audio to the AVR which decodes the signal.
@@TechnoDad right,yeah that's what I meant!...lol!!....I should have worded my question better!...thanks! I just wanted to make sure I could actually listen to "atmos" when playing a movie that had "atmos" sound track thru this lg blue ray player thru my denon avr that has "atmos" decoding that's connected to my 7.2.2 speaker arrangement that I currently have until I pony up the money for two more height "atmos" speakers! I'm looking at the lg blueray because I'm just having a hard time justifying paying the price for an "oppo" blue ray player!...lol!!
May have to check one of those out since the remote is a nice bonus.
hi have dolby atmos pls?
The free remote at BB is still going fyi
Wow, that's crazy!
Recommend it over the LG UP970? I know you said it's last years model, but was able to get that today for $129.99 plus tax. It won't get a ton of usage, but do want to be able to watch DV 4K blu-ray's when I want.
Yes. The UPK90 is an upgrade. Biggest difference is that it's way less noisy.
Can you review the Cerwin Vega XLS-215 Dual 3 way
Hellllll yeah
Another question, TechnoDad; play this ubk90 ycbcr 4:4:4 sign?
Hi! I don't know, I'll have to check
Did you ever find a file with Dolby atmos? I have a ton of 4K remuxes some with Dolby atmos. Let me know if you need one. They’re rather large files though. I think the smallest one I have is 42gbs.
I have a UBK90 and can confirm that it will not play Dolby Atmos audio tracks embedded in MKV files. It will, however, play MKV's with DTS HD-MA and Dolby TrueHD audio tracks so you can let your AVR's DSU or DTS Neural:X upmixers (if it has them) expand the sound. They are both very good. I have an Oppo-203 also and it won't play MKV Atmos tracks either but it will send them out as MLP audio. The UBK90 also won't recognize chapter stops in MKV files (the Oppo will) but neither do the Sony 4K players. It also sends all Netflix video out in Dolby Vision which is unfortunate since it makes SDR content look pretty bad. Still, the UBK90, as disc spinner only, is a solid back-up to my Oppo and it puts out excellent Dolby Vision and HDR images. It also can play a wide variety of files with different video and audio encoding, a big plus in my book
But should I buy it for my TCL or vizio to watch 4k content
Ok it wont play atmos on a mkv file but,will it play atmos from a normal 4k blue ray movie disk?
Mine has no problems playing Atmos or DTS-X disks be it 4k-UHD or 1080p blue ray disks.
Does the Netflix app play Atmos thur receiver?
@@phillipstewart8372 Unfortunately not, look at Netflix supported devices on their site for Atmos playback, they are very limited, I don't know why Netflix doesn't get their act together in this respect, even the Roku Ultra Netflix app doesn't do Atmos even though the device is Atmos capable.
Thanks for the great videos! I didn't see it on your channel, was there a full review for this unit? Curious if it has similar problems to the Sony x 700
Hi! I have given that to Youthman to check out so I don’t have it in house to make a final review. I’ll tell you this though, I did get some audio/video sync issues with the lg UBK90. Mostly on Dolby Vision discs
@@TechnoDad thank you sir! I'm finally getting back into the physical media game. Picked up a Samsung k8500 on Ebay for $90. Has hdr but no Dolby vision. You can pick up the lg for one $130 right now. I already spent the money on the Samsung so I'll probably hold out for the cambridge audio at this point...
does it support DTS X audio?
As long as your receiver or soundbar supports DTS:X and Dolby Atmos, you're good to go! A Blu-ray player really only needs Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio bitstream support to decode the extra layers Dolby Atmos and DTS:X on a AV receiver.
ColonielLizardT4 thank you! I have a AV Receiver that supports DTS X i will try and see if i can buy this Blu Ray Player. Thanks again!
Is this player compatible with the Tcl 6 series for DV. Thinking going with this over my Xbox one s which recently got updated for the tcl
Hi! Yes it is compatible with the TCL 6 series
Ok cool. Thx
Wow so cool I need this for my 4k tv Sony
Nice review bro!
Thanks!
Main question is whether it rattles, hums and buzzes like my UP970 before I swapped it for an Oppo!
Tech Dad? I have an LG UP970 and a SecuroMax 4K hdmi you recommended. I've been having some issues with the some movies, where they seem to freeze and skip to another chapter. It's driving me nuts. I've done the necessary updates and the discs are clean and scratch free. I've even taken a disc back for an exchange but still have same issue. Can you help?
Hi Luis! It probably an issue with the player. I re-bought a used UP970 a few months ago for around $90 on eBay and it's been doing fine with the few discs I've tried. Compatibility and freezing are issues with the 4K players in this price point.
Hey Channa do you produce any of your mixes in atmos ? I would really like to get music that takes advantage of atmos and any places I could find atmos music tracks. I'm using Xbox one S and UA-cam doesn't seem to let my receiver decode atmos for some reason. I have the Onkyo tx- nr676.
Mrtscrp30 That's because UA-cam only ever support LPCM 2.0, you'll have to use the Dolby Surround upmixer on your receiver to enjoy UA-cam in near-Atmos quality sound.
ColonielLizardT4 th for that info I appreciate your response I will adjust my settings thanks again.
Hi! Sorry for the delay. Unfortunately, I only mix music in stereo. I'd have to create a 7.2.4 setup in my music studio and that's just not a possibility. Funny you ask because Dolby just released a sponsored video where they have Deadmau5 and other electronic music producers trying out mixing in Atmos and they were just stunned! There are a few music demos on the 2016 Dolby Atmos Demo Disc.
Techno Dad could you imagine the dimension your sound could achieve as a producer that would elevate your brand. You already have great sound and smooth mixes.
hey mate im thinking of buying the lg ubk90 for my lg b7 oled what do you think of this 4k player thanks its that or the sony ubp 800
Tim Kite Have a look at the Sony UBP 700. It's cheaper than the 800 and it will have Dolby Vision through an update this summer.
Short and sweet! but hey techno dad what about the rest of us that don't hv an LG tv or hdr10 would this player still make enough of a difference. Im using my xbox one s for blueray 4k play back btw.
Hi techno Daddy-o just wanted 2 ask u about the new vizio p quantum series 4k coming out this summer. Do u think it will b better than the tcl r6 as far as picture & color?? Please let me know if u can cheers😎😀
Hi Tommy, I think it could be better than the TCL, but the P-Quantum is only 65" and costs $1,300. So it's $300 more, and if you're going that much, you might want to get a Sony...maybe...I think you might be thinking of the Vizio P-series without the Quantum, the P55-F1, which is around $800 for the 55"
Thanks Tech Dad. The issue was with the new Deadpool 4K Steelbook.
Hi TD. My Yamaha 583 do Thursday Atmos in the bedroom.
Nice!
Love your videos, man.
If anyone is still looking for this one, it's now $149-ish at bestbuy and on ebay... just picked one up myself
Looks like that would be the one to buy for that price point
Did you try connecting the player to a receiver and then out to a projector? I only got audio, no video. The NVIDIA shield tv does hdr and atmos via the same setup and cables.
I did not as I do not have a projector.
LG UBK80 is not exactly the same. It lacks a dedicated HDMI audio out port.
Copy that. Thank you for the correction!
Does anyone has this player with the 2017 Samsung UE49MU7000 (in the US it's MU8000)?
Eiii man when is release this blu-ray!?
Techno Dad do 1080p blu ray discs look sharper played in a 4K blu ray player. I'm buying a lg 4k player next week Region free
Hi Jamie, it depends on how good the upscalling of your TV is, I have a Visio M60-C3 (2015 model, no HDR) and my 1080P blueray disks look amazing. :)
I found your video very helpful thank you.
Its now 2020 and this is still the latest LG 4K player, okay i am now a little concerned.
I was hoping for Amazon Prime along with Netflix.
Yeah, no company has released one in 2020.
@@TechnoDad what about 2021?
@@kyokushin1289 no new players from LG, only Reavon.