Recommend me a DVD player

[Fausto]

I don't care about multiformat, upconverting, etc....I just want solid PQ over component vid. Period. There are a zillion in the $60-80 range and I'd like to know if one is worth purchasing over another or if I should just throw a dart.

 

[Quixfire]

I like my Apex 1225 I got for $30, but I'm not sure it's what you are looking for.

 

[Fausto]

Originally posted by: Quixfire
I like my Apex 1225 I got for $30, but I'm not sure it's what you are looking for.

Something with a slightly less "disposable" rep than the Apex. I have a pretty nice 42" HDTV, so I'd like to take advantage of the nice picture it's capable of displaying.

 

[new2AMD]

My apex has been fine as well. You must have missed the deal from viking.com. The dart theory sounds pretty solid tho.

 

[Fausto]

Originally posted by: new2AMD
My apex has been fine as well. You must have missed the deal from viking.com. The dart theory sounds pretty solid tho.

You guys are so much help. 😛

Sears is having a 10% off thingy this Saturday AM, so maybe I'll just print a coupon or two and wander over there.

 

[murphy55d]

I have a Pioneer DV-260. Ran me about $75 at Wal-Mart. Not sure what Pioneer's current model out right now is, but whatever their ~$75 model is, I am sure it is just as good as the 260. I love mine.

 

[nakedfrog]

I have nothing worthwhile to contribute to your search. But good luck. :thumbsup:

 

[MazerRackham]

Costco has an $80 Sony that does progressive scan output. I bought one and it's been fine. I like the remote much better than the one that came with my Panasonic DVD player.

 

[MrChad]

Look for a progressive scan unit that has a Faroudja de-interlacing chip in it (may be labelled as "DCDi technology"). The picture quality of these chips is outstanding, although you may have to pay more than $80 to get a player with one.

 

[BornStar]

I like Toshiba's DVD players. Take a look at their SD3960.