I have a MAG 17" from a few years back... ran well for a few years, now the red is gone from the tube.. it looks really bad, but i guess monitors don't last forever, it had heavy use though, they're a pretty good name actually, i wouldn't hesitate to buy another one.. this one worked great for like 5 years, and probably still would if i just got it adjusted/fixed.. I say go for it, they are pretty decent for the most part.