Sony VPL-VW50 "Pearl" 1080p projector coming soon (1 Viewer)

[MatthewA]

For those like me who have wanted the Ruby but have been unable to afford it, Sony plans a less expensive 1080p projector coming in October.

I can't wait to see reviews of the unit and hopefully discounts. Sometime around Hanukkah would be nice. I can finally plan my dream home theater at the house in Richmond (long story short: my Dad got a job there, and we haven't moved up yet because my sister has a year of high school left).

 

[Tim Glover]

Yeah, been reading some early and maybe even premature info on this one. Like you said, it appears to be available later this year for substantially less $$ than the highly regarded Ruby. Time will tell. What I am hoping is by this time next year, there will be many other companies with affordable 1080p projectors.

 

[David Ruiz]

Exactly how much less money are we talking about here? From what I've seen, the Ruby can be had for $10k. How much less is this new 1080p projector?

 

[Arthur S]

David

The MSRP of the Pearl is $6,000. Actual price depends on where you get it. If you are seriously interested, PM me for a lead on what might be a better price from a reputable source. Also, bulbs for the Pearl are expected to be half the price as bulbs for the Ruby.

 

[RobertSiegel]

There is a review finally posted at Perfect Vision, any discussion? What a GREAT Hanukkah present for myself

http://www.avguide.com/news

 

[Gregg Loewen]

it is a very sweet unit!!!

 

[RobertSiegel]

Gregg, do you own one? Can you elaborate if you do, as there are a few readers strongly considering it, and any comments would be appreciated. Thanks.