Exemplar Audio (modification of Oppo BDP-105)

About Exemplar Audio (modification of Oppo BDP-105)

Exemplar Audio is recognized for its expert modifications of high-performance audio components, most notably the Oppo BDP-105 universal disc player. The Exemplar Audio T105 (also known as the eXpo T105) features extensive upgrades to the Oppo BDP-105, including removal of the stock analog output stage, replaced with a custom two-stage, directly coupled tube analog output stage, high-quality film capacitors, proprietary actively-loaded shunt-regulated power supplies, and an outboard shielded transformer-based power supply. These modifications focus exclusively on the stereo output, markedly increasing clarity, dynamic range, and soundstage quality—placing the unit among the best high-end audio players regardless of price. The designer behind these upgrades is John Tucker. The Exemplar-modified BDP-105 enjoys a strong reputation among audiophiles for elevating the musicality and detail beyond the base unit's capabilities.