I want to replace my DVD Panasonic A115 (1 Viewer)

[Dick Garwood]

I am looking to replace my Panasonic DVD A115 which I purchased 3 years ago. What would be a good replacement in the $200-$300 range. Will I see much improvement in the picture quality? I am using a 36 JVC TV.

 

[KeithH]

Dick, the Panasonic DVD-RP82 has been getting a lot of good press here lately. You should be able to find it for around $230. It offers DVD-Audio playback as a bonus. Also, check out the Sony DVP-NS755V for $250. It offers SACD playback as a bonus. Both players offer progressive-scan output, should you upgrade to an HDTV down the road. For more information on these two players and others in your price range, go to www.crutchfield.com .

 

[Dick Garwood]

Thanks Keith. Do you think I will see an improvement in the picture quality over the A115? Generally do the newer DVD players have better picture quality than those earlier machines?

 

[KeithH]

Dick, improvements have been made over the past few years in picture quality just in interlaced mode (i.e., not considering the proliferation of progressive-scan output). I think you will see an improvement in going to the Panasonic 'RP82 or Sony 'NS755V.