HD-TV Recommendation's

[Galactus]

What HD-TV would you guys recommend for a first time buyer? I ask you guys because people on this site seem to know what there talking about and not some fool at best buy who dont know there @ss from a hole in the ground so thanks for any help i can get.

my spending limit is $1,000

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[Marcusarilius]

Originally Posted by Blu Blood

What HD-TV would you guys recommend for a first time buyer? I ask you guys because people on this site seem to know what there talking about and not some fool at best buy who dont know there @ss from a hole in the ground so thanks for any help i can get.

my spending limit is $1,000

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I'll sell you mine for a thousand. See below for details... Oh, you said HD?

[Galactus]

Originally Posted by Marcusarilius

I'll sell you mine for a thousand. See below for details... Oh, you said HD?

yes HDTV.

[Marcusarilius]

One good way to research products is on Amazon. Plenty of information on each product and buyer reviews on the products as well. A thousand is a bit on the low side though. You might score on amazon with a used one thats bigger and the latest PQ.

[Malosch78]

Get a Samsung Model doesn't matter. Just take your 1000 bucks and spend it on a Sammy with 1080p

[redlikefire02]

Originally Posted by Malosch78

Get a Samsung Model doesn't matter. Just take your 1000 bucks and spend it on a Sammy with 1080p

1000 is kind of a low number when youre talking 1080p. might want to continue to save.

42 inch panny plasma is on sale at BB for 1699. 1080p gorgeous set.

i got my sammy 4065 for 1500 out the door a year ago, when 1080p was more rare/expensive.

id go with that panny though, makes me get a big rubbery one!

youll regret a small cheap tv i promise

[Kuraudo]

I've seen Sharp Acquos 1080p 37" models for around that price on newegg and amazon. Those are decent for that price

[Malosch78]

Originally Posted by redlikefire02

1000 is kind of a low number when youre talking 1080p. might want to continue to save.

42 inch panny plasma is on sale at BB for 1699. 1080p gorgeous set.

i got my sammy 4065 for 1500 out the door a year ago, when 1080p was more rare/expensive.

id go with that panny though, makes me get a big rubbery one!

youll regret a small cheap tv i promise

I think you are right about continue saving and buy a big 1080p ... but I would go after a Sammy

[Galactus]

Originally Posted by redlikefire02

1000 is kind of a low number when youre talking 1080p. might want to continue to save.

42 inch panny plasma is on sale at BB for 1699. 1080p gorgeous set.

i got my sammy 4065 for 1500 out the door a year ago, when 1080p was more rare/expensive.

id go with that panny though, makes me get a big rubbery one!

youll regret a small cheap tv i promise

I'm taking you're advice and continuing to save my money i'm looking to get a great HDTV with awesome PQ not some cheap crap, thanks everyone you guys really Shined some light on the subject.

[cj-kent]

You should also check CNET for some comparison pricing and reviews. You can learn a lot there and find some great deals.

[Galactus]

Originally Posted by cj-kent

You should also check CNET for some comparison pricing and reviews. You can learn a lot there and find some great deals.

i'll do that thanks

[Galactus]

what do you guys think about this one:

Insignia® - 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Model: NS-LCD42HD $996.99

Product Features
*Built-In HDTV Tuner: Add HD-capable antenna to receive over-the-air high-definition broadcasts, where available. Optional set-top box required for high-definition cable or satellite programming.

*HDMI inputs provide an uncompressed all-digital audio/video link for the highest-quality connection and they support copy-protected HD broadcast content

*1080p display provides the highest quality progressive-scan picture possible from a high-definition source

*16:9 widescreen aspect ratio delivers a cinema-style entertainment experience

*High brightness (500 cd/m²) and contrast (1200:1) for an arresting viewing experience

*Wide 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles make every seat the best in the house

*2 built-in 15W stereo speakers and fixed audio input.

*Ultraslim (4-1/10" deep), lightweight design is ideal for wall mounting (with optional mounting kit, not included)

*Inputs: 2 HDMI, 2 component video, 1 S-video, 2 composite video, 7 stereo audio, PC

*Outputs: 1 coaxial, 1 digital audio

*V-Chip parental controls keep children from being exposed to undesirable material

*Other convenient features include closed captioning and a multilingual on-screen display (English, French and Spanish)

*What's in the box: 42" LCD HDTV, remote with batteries and pedestal

sounds good to me but i wanna get you're opinion's guys.

[Malosch78]

Originally Posted by Blu Blood

*High brightness (500 cd/m²) and contrast (1200:1) for an arresting viewing experience

I think the contrast is maybe a bit to low.

But the rest sounds good.

[Galactus]

Originally Posted by Malosch78

I think the contrast is maybe a bit to low.

But the rest sounds good.

how much did you pay for the one in you're signature?

[Malosch78]

Originally Posted by Blu Blood

how much did you pay for the one in you're signature?

About 2200 dollars or 1100 £ ... I live in Denmark (EU), and there are electronics must more expensive. I guess the price in the US must be about 1500-1800 dollars

[richteer]

Originally Posted by Blu Blood

What HD-TV would you guys recommend for a first time buyer? I ask you guys because people on this site seem to know what there talking about and not some fool at best buy who dont know there @ss from a hole in the ground so thanks for any help i can get.

my spending limit is $1,000

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1. Get a plasma rather than LCD; plasma tends to have a much better picture (and I say this as a current LCD owner).

2. Save more cash; $1000 won't buy you much and you'll have to live with that decision for a while.

3. Brands: Pioneer and Panasonic tend to be leagues ahead of their competition, so if you stick to their models you won't go wrong.

Good luck and have fun!

[Sonny]

Originally Posted by Blu Blood

what do you guys think about this one:

Insignia® - 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Model: NS-LCD42HD $996.99

Product Features
*Built-In HDTV Tuner: Add HD-capable antenna to receive over-the-air high-definition broadcasts, where available. Optional set-top box required for high-definition cable or satellite programming.

*HDMI inputs provide an uncompressed all-digital audio/video link for the highest-quality connection and they support copy-protected HD broadcast content

*1080p display provides the highest quality progressive-scan picture possible from a high-definition source

*16:9 widescreen aspect ratio delivers a cinema-style entertainment experience

*High brightness (500 cd/m²) and contrast (1200:1) for an arresting viewing experience

*Wide 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles make every seat the best in the house

*2 built-in 15W stereo speakers and fixed audio input.

*Ultraslim (4-1/10" deep), lightweight design is ideal for wall mounting (with optional mounting kit, not included)

*Inputs: 2 HDMI, 2 component video, 1 S-video, 2 composite video, 7 stereo audio, PC

*Outputs: 1 coaxial, 1 digital audio

*V-Chip parental controls keep children from being exposed to undesirable material

*Other convenient features include closed captioning and a multilingual on-screen display (English, French and Spanish)

*What's in the box: 42" LCD HDTV, remote with batteries and pedestal

sounds good to me but i wanna get you're opinion's guys.

The price is definitely good , but the 'set' is not...Save & get a Panasonic you'll thank me later (& every time you turn it on)

[chasarms]

You could buy a 720p Panasonic 42" plasma for close to $1K. I know 1080p is the "standard" now, but the differences in PQ for that display size has not been significant to my eyes. Most all programming other than BD is 720p or 1080i anyway. If you get a Blu-Ray player, it will still look amazing on that TV.

The Panasonic displays look great, period. I think you would be VERY happy with that television.

[CassilineKnight]

I'm waiting for the Samsung 1080p Series 7 LCD HDTVs personally...can't wait for the reviews.

[Galactus]

Originally Posted by chasarms

You could buy a 720p Panasonic 42" plasma for close to $1K. I know 1080p is the "standard" now, but the differences in PQ for that display size has not been significant to my eyes. Most all programming other than BD is 720p or 1080i anyway. If you get a Blu-Ray player, it will still look amazing on that TV.

The Panasonic displays look great, period. I think you would be VERY happy with that television.

I just looked that up on best buy.com and it actually looks promising i'm ganna look around a bit more before i make my final decision thanks to everyone for all your help.