Purchasing a HDTV capable TV, are there any models I should avoid ? (1 Viewer)

[anthony_b]

Purchasing a HDTV capable TV, are there any models or brands I should avoid ?...I'm looking to stay under $2k....I'm more of a music guy and I'm not up to date with all the HDTV stuff....thanks in advance

 

[ChrisMatson]

We need more information. What size? RPTV or direct-view?
I have the 36" Sony XBR450 and I paid a little over $2K for it. The 36" Sony HS model is very close, but does not do reverse 3:2 pull-down. I am partial to Sony, but Toshiba, Mitsubishi, Pioneer, and Hitachi seem to get good reviews for RPTVs. Sony Wegas and Panasonic Taus lead the way in direct-view sets.

 

[anthony_b]

I'm looking into a 16x9 projection set no more than 45 inches

 

[Craig]

Toshiba makes a 42" widescreen, Mitsubishi makes a 46" widescreen and Panasonic has a 47" widescreen. You should be able to get any of these for $2000 or less.
I don't know of any brand that has a really bad reputation. I've had my Toshiba widescreen for 2 years and haven't had any problems. If you buy from a dealer with at least a 30 day return policy you should be ok.
My advice would be to get the largest set you can comfortably afford. I think once you get used to watching DVDs and HDTV on a bigscreen you'll never regret the purchase.
[Edited last by Craig on November 16, 2001 at 06:45 PM]

 

[anthony_b]

Need some help guys....I'm afraid to lay down 2.5k (including shipping/service plan) on junk

 

[Geordy]

i purshased a hitachi 43uwx10b and i couldn't be happier. the set it HIGHLY tweakable, do not let anyone tell you otherwise.
i got the set for 1699 plus tax.
basically every set has its unique issues; find the one that bothers you the least and go with it
geordy
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[anthony_b]

Since no one has posted anything negative, than I'm assuming I could go for anything in my price range. Right ?

 

[Gregg Loewen]

I have experience with the Tosh, Mits, and Panny and like them all. You chose