Dual Layer DVD Drive Review Needed (1 Viewer)

[DeathStar1]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827131244

Does anyone have this drive? What's the noise factor like? My 8X Single Layer DVD+R Writer from HP is quiet as a mouse, and I'd like a drive with similar noise reduction.

Thanks!
Neil

 

[Patrick Sun]

I'd stick with Pioneer, Benq, NEC (Plextor's are usually pricey). Sony DVD drives haven't gotten the best rep for reliability.

 

[Shane Martin]

My friend just replaced his Sony after a year of use when it crapped out so I can vouch for Sony's poor rep.

My NEC has been rock solid. It's a shade loud when it starts up but after that it's smooth sailing.

 

[Mark Dubbelboer]

Ya that's really not overly cheap either.

 

[Hank_P]

I got a NEC 3520A from Newegg and it's been pretty solid. Not burnt a "coaster" yet with it.

 

[CraigL]

Love my NEC as well. No coasters. Sometimes pretty loud though when playing CD's.

 

[Ken Chui]

Neil:

Here's a review of the DRU-720A drive.

I second Patrick's recommendations though re: drives from NEC, Pioneer and Plextor. The NEC ND-3520A can be had for much less than the Sony and is more compatible with various media. The ND-3530A was just announced recently and reviewed on sites such as CDRinfo.

 

[DeathStar1]

Hey all,

Thanks for the reviews. I decided apon the 6XDual LAyer Pioneer Drive for $50's. Should arrive tommorow ...

Now, I've heard reports that the drive burns so fast(All 16X Drives, not just Pioneer) that sometimes coasters are made unintentionally. Is there any truth to this?

Thanks

 

[Mike Williams]

Yes, it CAN happen. I always burn stuff I'm copying at 4x speed, regardless of what the drive can handle. If it's a project I authored, then I always burn it at 1x, no matter what.