Panasonic 42" Plasma - trying to narrow my search (1 Viewer)

[peterac]

Hi all,

I have decided on purchasing a 42" Panasonic plasma. This gets me down to a few models. If I needed a stand and speakers on the TV I would be done with my decision and it would be a TH-42PX60U.

However, I will be hooking into a separate sound system so I do not need speakers. As a matter of fact not having speakers is my preference because this will make the TV less bulky on the wall.

Other than the professional series such as the TH-42PH9UK, are there other sets I should consider. Maybe there is a set with detachable speakers?
The one downside I know about with the professional series is that it comes with limited inputs but inputs can be added (I do not know if I want to get into that).

Thanks,
Pete R.

 

[Arthur S]

Peter, IMHO, the 9UK is the way to go.

 

[DougR]

I Agree !!

 

[TicoTVA]

There is the Pioneer CMX series 425CMX and the NEC 42XR5A series
these are great set but not nearly as robust as the Panasonic with its many terminal boards...

 

[peterac]

Thanks for the positive comments on the 9UK model.

With that said, what inputs should I absolutely have on the set?

Thanks,
Pete R.

 

[peterac]

I meant to ask...does your push towards the professional series TH-42PH9UK over the 42PX60U specifically come from the fact that I do not need the mount or speakers. In other words, if I wanted a stand and speakers would the 42PX60U be the way to go.

I am asking because we may not wall mount after all.

Thanks,
Peter R.

 

[Arthur S]

Yes, Peter

The PX60U is the way to go if you want to use a stand. Hands down winner. ~$3350 from Forum sponsor TVA.

 

[peterac]

Thanks for the clarification Arthur. Regarding the price you mention, I am seeing this model between $1,800 and $2,200 when I do a search. Am I missing something?

Thanks,
-Pete R.

 

[Arthur S]

Sorry Peter

I am so used to people asking about the 50 inch model, that is where the $3,350 price came from.