Sony KDL-XBR6 LCD Owners!

[model robot]

As you all know Sony released their new line of XBR televisions. (XBR6, 7 and 8)

I am a new and proud owner of Sony's 46 inch XBR6 LCD TV. It really is night and day for gaming and watching movies (especially blu-ray) I couldn't be happier with the quality and aesthetic design.

Owners and fans of this television rejoice and let us know how you feel about this LCD. Let's hear some reviews, opinions, pictures, and everything else XBR6.

XBR's

Hear is the Cnet Editors review for the 52 inch XBR6 (They said 40,46,52 inch were technically the same but the chose to review the largest size) 4 out of 5 stars, woohoo!!

http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-t...?tag=mncol;lst

[Chevypower]

I purchased a 46V4100 since it was on special and had the same features as the 32 and 37XBR6.....I took it back today, and I think I totally hear what you are saying, I think I will get the 46XBR6, i have seen them and i think they are an awesome TV.

[model robot]

Originally Posted by Chevypower

I purchased a 46V4100 since it was on special and had the same features as the 32 and 37XBR6.....I took it back today, and I think I totally hear what you are saying, I think I will get the 46XBR6, i have seen them and i think they are an awesome TV.

Well think of it this way. The hierarchy of Sony televisions goes like this.

By series from Best to Worst: XBR, Z, W, V, M, N, S.
I think you getting the xbr6 over the v4100 (which is still a great tv) would be a smart move. The xbr6 has better black levels, broader color range and a better overall bravia engine. ascetically not much difference except for the removable speaker bezel and floating glass design towards the bottom. I think any Sony is a good way to go but I feel that they use more unique algorithms in the bravia engines of the xbr's over the v seriers. let me know if you have any questions about the set.

[Chevypower]

Thanks, i totally agree with you. My mistake was thinking for "true" 24p I didn't need 120Hz- wrong, also thinking if the XBR6 and V, W, Z, all had Bravia Engine 2 and 1080p, then there couldn't be a lot of difference between them. And that was wrong too. If I didnt get the XBR6, it would be Z, but I think I will just get what I really want.

[vektar]

i played with the 6 at best buy a few weeks ago and it was pretty sweet, i have a xbr4 right now and the only thing i dont like about all these new tvs is the glass isnt around the whole tv.

[model robot]

Originally Posted by vektar

i played with the 6 at best buy a few weeks ago and it was pretty sweet, i have a xbr4 right now and the only thing i dont like about all these new tvs is the glass isnt around the whole tv.

I think the XBR4 is an amazing TV, even right now with all the recently released lcd's. If I had the xbr4 there would be no reason for me to upgrade to the 6, nothing to substantial in difference, just a new engine really (better colors, black levels). I agree with you somewhat about the design. I did like the floating glass of the xbr4 and 5 but for some situations like saving space the new ones are better. the new xbrs have a smaller bezzle, and no floating glass (except for the bottom) which makes the xbrs look like you're getting a bigger picture than the older models. I do think that Sony could have given their premium models a classier look this year but I'm certainly not complaining...the TV is out of the world!!

[blu_snipe]

Just ordered my 52xbr6 over the weekend. Kind of surprised more people here haven't posted about the TV. I was planning on getting the 52xbr4 last year but things just never worked out.

Anyone here with this tv have any problems with clouding or sparkles that have been talked about with some units, and if so has the firmware update helped.

In reading on another forum about the tv, about 39 pages to be exact, someone would mention how great their xbr was, and someone would come along and say they look terrible compared to samsung models or even xbr4 or 5. I am not trying to spark a debate, samsung vs sony, or lcd vs plasma. Just wondering what those of you that have this television think of it. Cheers.

[TheFaze]

I'm at a crossroads, so to say...

Wait for the 52" xbr7, with the 240Hz...

Or opt for the 52" xbr6, with the 120Hz, and much lower price.

Any thoughts?

[blu_snipe]

Yeah, see what you are saying, for me I think it was the right choice, XBR7 will be out of my price range, the only reason I got the XBR6 was the price they gave me and how much I have loved the XBR line. Don't know if you will be able to tell much difference with the 240Hz, when compared to the 120Hz, but we should soon see.

[jsteinhauer]

Hey, answer me a couple of things about these sets. Does Motion Enhancer function with Cinemotion turned off or vice versa? Do the settings affect each other? Finally, does Cinemotion do anything to 24p sources (Blu-ray) or does it only perform inverse telecine and interpolation (depending on mode) on 30 or 60 fps sources that are film based? I can't get clear answers to this anywhere. I have been leaving Motion Enhancer turned off for movies and on standard or smooth for television sports, but I honestly can't say that Cinemotion effects either. I have not tested it with DVD sources.

[model robot]

Originally Posted by TheFaze

I'm at a crossroads, so to say...

Wait for the 52" xbr7, with the 240Hz...

Or opt for the 52" xbr6, with the 120Hz, and much lower price.

Any thoughts?

The 240Hz is a great feature, plus it's the only TV on the market to have it so far. But...Everyone I've talked to within the industry has told me that although the 52'' xbr7 will have that feature, it will compromise some of the picture and use a less efficient engine than the 40'' and 70'' xbr7's. I have even been told that the xbr6 (40''-52'') looks better. I have heard though that it will be great for watching sports, very smooth and responsive. Basically what Sony has done is put an extra frame into the picture, making it smooth as hell. I'm happy I went with the xbr6 for gaming and blu-ray content. If I was a sports nut I would consider the 52'' xbr7 (Imagine the camera panning down the field in a soccer of football game being extremely smooth) otherwise no big selling points. You couldnt just sell me on the 240Hz...

[yyyiiikes]

Originally Posted by blu_snipe

Just ordered my 52xbr6 over the weekend. Kind of surprised more people here haven't posted about the TV. I was planning on getting the 52xbr4 last year but things just never worked out.

Anyone here with this tv have any problems with clouding or sparkles that have been talked about with some units, and if so has the firmware update helped.

In reading on another forum about the tv, about 39 pages to be exact, someone would mention how great their xbr was, and someone would come along and say they look terrible compared to samsung models or even xbr4 or 5. I am not trying to spark a debate, samsung vs sony, or lcd vs plasma. Just wondering what those of you that have this television think of it. Cheers.

Sparkle issue is gone with the FW update (to my knowledge). I followed the same thread a while back as I am considering a "Z" series for the bedroom.

[TheFaze]

Originally Posted by model robot

The 240Hz is a great feature, plus it's the only TV on the market to have it so far. But...Everyone I've talked to within the industry has told me that although the 52'' xbr7 will have that feature, it will compromise some of the picture and use a less efficient engine than the 40'' and 70'' xbr7's. I have even been told that the xbr6 (40''-52'') looks better. I have heard though that it will be great for watching sports, very smooth and responsive. Basically what Sony has done is put an extra frame into the picture, making it smooth as hell. I'm happy I went with the xbr6 for gaming and blu-ray content. If I was a sports nut I would consider the 52'' xbr7 (Imagine the camera panning down the field in a soccer of football game being extremely smooth) otherwise no big selling points. You couldnt just sell me on the 240Hz...

Thanks for that feedback. Well, I read the XBR7 review on CNET, which they just posted this week, and it wasn't anything particularly different than the XBR6 other than the framerate and the price. So I started leaning toward the 52" XBR6. And then I saw the BB ad for next week... check this out:

52 XBR6: 3499.99 - 1200
BDPS350: 299.99 - 50
Geek setup: 99.99
Additional package savings: -300

All for $2349.97!!!! Holy crap!!

Yeah, I think I might be sold on this one.

[MoPe]

Originally Posted by model robot

Well think of it this way. The hierarchy of Sony televisions goes like this.

By series from Best to Worst: XBR, Z, W, V, M, N, S.

The M/N are the same TV. The N has 5.1, the M does not.

[redboxcar]

Originally Posted by TheFaze

check this out:

52 XBR6: 3499.99 - 1200
BDPS350: 299.99 - 50
Geek setup: 99.99
Additional package savings: -300

All for $2349.97!!!! Holy crap!!

Yeah, I think I might be sold on this one.

I was just about to mention this sale. Also, for those looking at the 46" XBR6, it'll be $1999.99 at Best Buy next week, too.

[warhawk21114]

I myself am drooling over the 32xbr6, or if the deal is just right the 37xbr6 They are some really nice TV , as it is for my room, I don't need anything huge. I have gotten a lot of hands on time with the interface and its various settings. With XBR I know there is quality for my money!

[Chevypower]

the 32 and 37 XBR6 are practically a V4100. you would have to get a 40'' or larger XBR6 to get a true XBR.

[warhawk21114]

I did compare them yeah they are close but my setup does not warrant a 40" tv, besides I deal with the aforementioned TV's everyday at work and I still like the quality of the 32 and 37 xbr6

[model robot]

Originally Posted by MoPe

The M/N are the same TV. The N has 5.1, the M does not.

Yes, making them different...

[phish00]

Originally Posted by vektar

i played with the 6 at best buy a few weeks ago and it was pretty sweet, i have a xbr4 right now and the only thing i dont like about all these new tvs is the glass isnt around the whole tv.

I totally agree with you vektar I have a 52 XBR4 and I don't like the newer models they mostly look the same I think that the floating glass gives it a more stylist look I love the T.V.