Cheap DVD player (1 Viewer)

[John Garcia]

I need one more gift for my friend's wedding, and I am looking for an inexpensive DVD. I have looked at the NS315 and the RV32, but also noticed the Pioneer DV-353 is quite inexpensive. I have owned both Sony and Panny, but have no experience with Pioneer video gear. Anyone own the 353 or other models and can comment?

 

[ThomasL]

John, do you know what type of tv your friend has? Or if they are thinking of getting a HDTV-ready television? Progressive scan players are fairly cheap these days as well. I know a Samsung model that retails for $150 nowadays got good marks in a recent Home Theater magazine issue. In addition, the Toshiba SD3800 is $180 at Best Buy as is the Panasonic RP62 and Sony 715 models. As for interlaced only players, the 3 you list plus the Toshiba SD2800 should all be in the $130 range and are all probably decent. I have only used Toshiba (SD2700) and is has performed well for over a year.

cheers,


--tom

 

[John Garcia]

Thanks. Their TV is not HD ready, so progressive is not a requirement. I found a Samsung interlaced for $119, and I will have to go give it a look. Otherwise, it will probably be the 315, which I found on sale for $130 locally, at the same store no less.

 

[Jack Briggs]

I've had good experiences with the Toshiba SD-2800 as my bedroom unit. Nice little machine.