Best DVD/VHS Combo Units?

[MotionMan]

I am looking to replace my DVD player AND my VCR. Any suggestions on the best DVD/VHS Combo units out there right now?

I do not need (or want) PVR ability, nor do I need (though I would not mind) a card-reader.

Thanks.

MotionMan

 

[teckmaster]

Go with anything from Go Video

BH Photo And Video has some really good prices

 

[MrChad]

What's your budget?

IMO you're better off buying separate components; if one fails, you don't need to replace both.

 

[MotionMan]

Originally posted by: MrChad
What's your budget?

IMO you're better off buying separate components; if one fails, you don't need to replace both.

I really want a single unit for space reasons.

I dunno about a budget - less than $300?

MotionMan

 

[jumpr]

I have a JVC model that has performed flawlessly for the past 2 years. I think it cost about $120 new, but you can buy a similar model for much less than that now.

 

[MotionMan]

Originally posted by: jumpr
I have a JVC model that has performed flawlessly for the past 2 years. I think it cost about $120 new, but you can buy a similar model for much less than that now.

Do you happen to know the model number so I cna compare it to the current models?

MotionMan

 

[RaynorWolfcastle]

Another idea is to buy a combo VHS, DVD-recorder, that way you can transfer your VHS tapes to DVD and eventually ditch the VHS altogether

 

[MotionMan]

Originally posted by: RaynorWolfcastle
Another idea is to buy a combo VHS, DVD-recorder, that way you can transfer your VHS tapes to DVD and eventually ditch the VHS altogether

Most of the units I have seen are recorders also. Though not necessary for my purposes, I assume that the unit I end up with will also be a recorder.

MotionMan

 

[redgtxdi]

I'll put in a vote for recorder also.

Converting from DV or VHS to DVD is done quickly & easily.

Only downside I see is that BlueRay/HDDVD player may be another purchase made sooner than later. (but who really knows)

IIRC, Costco has a combo regular unit for sub$100 and a recorder version for sub$200.

If the extra $100 ain't a big deal to you, go for the recorder despite where we end up w/ BlueRay/HDDVD........OTOH, if that part bothers you, just go with the regular version.

 

[MotionMan]

Originally posted by: redgtxdi
I'll put in a vote for recorder also.

Converting from DV or VHS to DVD is done quickly & easily.

Only downside I see is that BlueRay/HDDVD player may be another purchase made sooner than later. (but who really knows)

IIRC, Costco has a combo regular unit for sub$100 and a recorder version for sub$200.

If the extra $100 ain't a big deal to you, go for the recorder despite where we end up w/ BlueRay/HDDVD........OTOH, if that part bothers you, just go with the regular version.

But are the units at Costco any good?

MotionMan

 

[redgtxdi]

Yes.

And a couple things to remember about Costco........

#1.) Typically they only sell good stuff........(yes, there are exceptions, but these are far & few in between)

#2.) You're backed by quite possibly the best warranty in the whole world.

 

[MotionMan]

Originally posted by: redgtxdi
Yes.

And a couple things to remember about Costco........

#1.) Typically they only sell good stuff........(yes, there are exceptions, but these are far & few in between)

#2.) You're backed by quite possibly the best warranty in the whole world.

Yeah, I guess you are right. I may run over there today

MotionMan

 

[MotionMan]

In any event, any specific models that people have been happy with?

MotionMan

 

[jumpr]

Originally posted by: MotionMan
In any event, any specific models that people have been happy with?

MotionMan

I just looked at the model number on my combo unit I posted about earlier. It's the HR-XVC30U.

 

[MotionMan]

Originally posted by: jumpr

Originally posted by: MotionMan
In any event, any specific models that people have been happy with?

MotionMan

I just looked at the model number on my combo unit I posted about earlier. It's the HR-XVC30U.

Thanks.

MotionMan