Big Screen TV's: too many to pick from (help)

[JB @ C and L Machine]

Well I finally swaded the misses into a Big Screen TV... I thought that was the hard part... Picking which one has become mind boggling. . I know I want HD and about 53 inches ... With so many models and so many opinions... I figure who better to ask then my TDR friends. I hear the Mitsubishi, Toshiba,and Hitachi are some of the better models... does anyone have a wide screen one?. . TIA... JB

 

[jwgary]

Of the HD screens I have seen, Panasonic and Pioneer have made some of the best ones that are affordable. Of course if you want the best go with Runco. $$$$$ I have really been impressed with the flat panel plasma displays. The picture is a lot clearer than on a tube or rear projection. These are also pricey, but you get what you pay for.

 

[Okie-Go]

Mine is Magnavox,54 inch. Not the hd but have had no trouble. Got it at Sears,no interest for a year. That helped the price alot if you know what I mean.

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[BCFAST]

OK... here's a topic I know about!! My doctor and other professional buddies own Mistubishi televisions... why? because Consumer Reports told them it was best! No, they cant think for themselves!. . LOL... anyway, after lots of homework, I discovered that what makes the Mitsu TV so good are its guns... made by Hitachi!!!! Panasonic and Sony, both fine TVs use Hitachi guns... . in the end, I bought a 60 inch Hitachi Ultravision. The *Ultravision* part means that it has 'self alignment' motors built in! The television is now over 4 years old, and I havent had problem 1 with it... .

 

[Bud Fox]

I have Hitachi 55" not HD. Great picture after 5 years

 

[BIG BOB]

I have a 50" Hitachi Ultravision that is 4 to 5 years old. Great picture and never had a problem. From my investigation at that time, the Hitachi guns were the best on the market. I don't know about now, you know how things change.

 

[The patriot]

I was looking at the Sony trinitron 36" at sears. Sears carries two different models in 36", listen to the sound. There is a HUGE difference.
I currently have a 26" sony trinitron in the bedroom, and I will miss it.
I have a Tosheba(sp?) in the living room, and it's a POS compared to the trinitron.
None of mine are HD, all are over 3 yrs old.
I looked at the Mitsu's, and I still believe the trinitron gives a better pic.
Eric

 

[Pete Peterson]

Bought a 53 inch Sony 2 years ago and is the best picture I've seen,had a Mistubishi 46 inch for about 9 years and it was pretty good but love that Sony!! Pete

 

[Tom W]

I got a 46" Hatachi Ultravision in March 1995, no problems, picture still as good as ever.

 

[Archive]

I recommend you ask some of the boeing employees... it seems they all have big screen televisions.

 

[Todd G]

The first thing you need to ask yourself is:

Do you want a widescreen?

To take advantage of the new HD signals you'll need one. They are about a grand more than the regular TV's. Most HD TV's don't come with a HD decoder. These are another grand at least. Figure on spending at least 5 grand for a decent widescreen that will decode HD.

I was in the TV business for the last 7 years. In my opinion, Mitsubishi and Hitachi were the best projection sets for the money. Sony makes a good set but they are pricey. Be prepared to deal heavily when you get in the store. Everyone around here price-matches. Buy the extended warranty. It will pay for itself.
Good Luck
Todd

 

[Ramboy00]

Bought a 52" Magnavox in 1992. Bought a 5 yr. extended warranty. Never used the warranty and still have a great picture to this day.

 

[BIG BOB]

Don't forget to add a Bose Theater system to it. Then you will have the best! Makes a big difference. We sure enjoy ours. In fact it is call our "Theater Room".

 

[HDH]

I Have been Thinking of Buying the Panasonic 56" with 16/9 Screen ratio. It Runs around $3600, I like the 16/9 ratio for viewing movies on Laserdisc and DVD.
Doug.