Need suggestions for a DVD player

[shikhan]

Hey guys
I'm looking for a DVD player for my apartment that is around 100 USD and is multi-regional. I've looked at a few in the Hot Deals section but the one I saw at amazon.com going for 99 had some shady reviews. Namley, the player started to die after a year of use. Any suggestions would be great!

 

[Alex]

if you mean one for your comp Toshiba makes excellent ones... get the 16x one - highly recomend!

 

[shikhan]

Sorry, I ment a standalone, not for my computer. I'm quite happy with my pioneer

 

[Viper96720]

I'm using a lite-on. Got it from newegg. Not sure what model. Most dvd players can be made multi-regional. Just search for firmware without region lock.

 

[BCYL]

I have the Pioneer DV-343, and have no compliants about it... it is also multi-region (even though it doesnt say so on the box)... dont know how much they go for now though, probably a little over your budget...

 

[shikhan]

Originally posted by: BCYL
I have the Pioneer DV-343, and have no compliants about it... it is also multi-region (even though it doesnt say so on the box)... dont know how much they go for now though, probably a little over your budget...

Actually, that is the one I saw at amazon.com for $99. I was all ready to get it but I saw this at vcdhelp:

http://www.vcdhelp.com/dvdplayers.php?DVDname=Pioneer+DV-343&DVDselect=&Submit=Search&Search=Search

Seems like alot break down after a year? How long have you had yours?

 

[Mudfud]

I picked up an Apex AD-1500 at CompUSA a couple weeks ago. $85 out the door with free Lord of the Rings. We'll see if the $20 rebate comes or not. After a quick flash, it's region and Macrovision free. If you go for an AD-1500, check the serial number to make sure you can flash it.