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jmy2469 · 10-29-2011, 07:53 PM

Now that I have has my set a few days, this thing is absolutely stunning. The 65" HX929 was just released, I am going to see if I might be able to exchange the 55" for the 65". If the 65" was available when I was doing this, I would have picked the 65". If I can't exchange it, I am still a very happy camper.Well, no luck trying to exchange the 55" for the 65". They told me that these were limited supply and that they are for people who had issues with the 70" XBR1. Not a problem at all, 55 is all set up and looking fantastic!

matte-merge · 10-29-2011, 08:55 PM

Just got back from the Sony store bought the 65" HX929 super excited about this should have it sometime this week!

They had one in the store it's the best looking tv I have ever seen!

kb300 · 11-22-2011, 05:37 PM

Ok guys,

I am looking at the Sony 55hx929 and Panasonic 55vt30. I am torn between the 2 of them. My local stores don't have both to compare side by side I have to go from one store then to the other store. Set me in the right direction by helping me decide. Thanks for your help in advance

ZoetMB · 11-22-2011, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by kb300

Ok guys,

I am looking at the Sony 55hx929 and Panasonic 55vt30. I am torn between the 2 of them. My local stores don't have both to compare side by side I have to go from one store then to the other store. Set me in the right direction by helping me decide. Thanks for your help in advance

I debated the same thing for a long time. I wound up with the Sony. But ask yourself the following questions:
1. Do I watch more TV or more movies? If more TV, Sony; if more movies Panny.
2. Do I like bright, contrasty images or warmer images? If bright, Sony; if warmer, Panny.
3. Is burn-in a big concern to me? If yes, Sony, if not Panny.
4. Is price an issue? If no Sony, if yes Panny.
5. How much do I care about black levels? If a lot, Panny; if not a major concern Sony.
6. How much do I care about fluctuating black levels? If a lot, Sony; if not a major concern Panny.
7. If I get a set with a screen defect, I'm going to freak out. If yes, Panny; if no Sony.
8. Do I care if the set emits a "whine"? If yes, Sony, if no Panny.

Comparing them in a store is useless anyway because they're both going to be in "Store blast" mode with the brightness and contrast turned way up. Both sets are great sets, but neither match Pioneer Kuro levels of PQ. I originally thought I would get the Panny, but after seeing both on numerous occassions, the Panny picture left me a bit cold (although it's probably more accurate). I think anyone would be happy with either TV as long as they didn't get a defective model.

Now is certainly the time to buy because as we approach year-end prices are dropping. Check prices because you'll be amazed how discounted these sets are from the right dealers.

kb300 · 11-22-2011, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ZoetMB

I debated the same thing for a long time. I wound up with the Sony. But ask yourself the following questions:
1. Do I watch more TV or more movies? If more TV, Sony; if more movies Panny.
2. Do I like bright, contrasty images or warmer images? If bright, Sony; if warmer, Panny.
3. Is burn-in a big concern to me? If yes, Sony, if not Panny.
4. Is price an issue? If no Sony, if yes Panny.
5. How much do I care about black levels? If a lot, Panny; if not a major concern Sony.
6. How much do I care about fluctuating black levels? If a lot, Sony; if not a major concern Panny.
7. If I get a set with a screen defect, I'm going to freak out. If yes, Panny; if no Sony.
8. Do I care if the set emits a "whine"? If yes, Sony, if no Panny.

Comparing them in a store is useless anyway because they're both going to be in "Store blast" mode with the brightness and contrast turned way up. Both sets are great sets, but neither match Pioneer Kuro levels of PQ. I originally thought I would get the Panny, but after seeing both on numerous occassions, the Panny picture left me a bit cold (although it's probably more accurate). I think anyone would be happy with either TV as long as they didn't get a defective model.

Now is certainly the time to buy because as we approach year-end prices are dropping. Check prices because you'll be amazed how discounted these sets are from the right dealers.

My needs are mainly College Football, College Basketball and regular shows on Directv and last but not least occasional movies for wife and I. This tv will be in family room so kids will be watching Nick and shows like that.

PS thanks for the reply, the lowest I have found the 55hx929 is $2389 anybody else know of any lower let me know PLEASE

jmy2469 · 12-16-2011, 04:36 PM

I had my 55" HX929 calibrated by Chad B yesterday. I thought my picture looked good before,after he was finished I was amazed! This is the first time I ever had a television calibrated, and it will not be my last. If you have been thinking about getting a calibration done, go ahead, you will not be disappointed.

Mr. Joshua · 01-03-2012, 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by jmy2469

I had my 55" HX929 calibrated by Chad B yesterday. I thought my picture looked good before,after he was finished I was amazed! This is the first time I ever had a television calibrated, and it will not be my last. If you have been thinking about getting a calibration done, go ahead, you will not be disappointed.

Did you take some pics yet? I'd like to see your setup.

smooththaboss · 01-03-2012, 06:09 AM

want this tv so bad

iliveinparis1006 · 01-03-2012, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by jmy2469

I had my 55" HX929 calibrated by Chad B yesterday. I thought my picture looked good before,after he was finished I was amazed! This is the first time I ever had a television calibrated, and it will not be my last. If you have been thinking about getting a calibration done, go ahead, you will not be disappointed.

I bought that TV two months ago, and I believe that I should be getting a better picture, who's is this guys that calibrated your, is that a company or something ? How much did you pay?

jmy2469 · 01-04-2012, 05:40 AM

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Originally Posted by iliveinparis1006

I bought that TV two months ago, and I believe that I should be getting a better picture, who's is this guys that calibrated your, is that a company or something ? How much did you pay?

Just sent you a pm with Chad's info

SpectrumOfPain · 01-04-2012, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by jmy2469

Just sent you a pm with Chad's info

I am thinking about getting my TV calibrated as well. Can you send me the info as well?

jmy2469 · 01-04-2012, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by SpectrumOfPain

I am thinking about getting my TV calibrated as well. Can you send me the info as well?

Sure will,check your pm

rdodolak · 01-06-2012, 01:36 AM

Chad B also has a web site at http://hdtvbychadb.com/

joebp415 · 02-15-2012, 11:05 PM

I still have the XBR2..loved theTV but I am going to get the XBR929..CAN'T WAIT

jmy2469 · 02-16-2012, 12:25 AM

joebp415, you'll love the HX929.I had the XBR1 and thought that picture looked great. The HX929 blows it away.

joebp415 · 02-16-2012, 12:32 AM

I think you are right..Cnet says its the best LED tv they tested...Really looking forward to getting it

sa666666 · 02-24-2012, 09:11 PM

Can anyone confirm that there's no blooming with the HX929? I have a 2010 Samsung LN52A750, which was one of the better TVs in its price range. But there's slight bloom/bleed in one of the corners. Is the HX929 susceptible to this??

somchair1 · 02-29-2012, 04:38 AM

What's a good price on this tv? Strongly considering getting this one at the start of CFB season.

somchair1 · 02-29-2012, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by joebp415

I think you are right..Cnet says its the best LED tv they tested...Really looking forward to getting it

I have an XBR6 or 8 in the bedroom. Forget the model. I wasn't going to look at another Sony but this tv interest me.

SpectrumOfPain · 02-29-2012, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by somchair1

What's a good price on this tv? Strongly considering getting this one at the start of CFB season.

You may want to consider getting one sooner. Sony is going to start fixing the price of all their XBR tvs starting after April 1st. Essentially, authorized resellers will not be able to lower the price of the tv below the Sony fixed rate.

http://hdguru.com/sony-joins-samsung...strategy/7510/

10-29-2011, 07:53 PM	#21
jmy2469 Active Member Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Palm Harbor, FL	Now that I have has my set a few days, this thing is absolutely stunning. The 65" HX929 was just released, I am going to see if I might be able to exchange the 55" for the 65". If the 65" was available when I was doing this, I would have picked the 65". If I can't exchange it, I am still a very happy camper.Well, no luck trying to exchange the 55" for the 65". They told me that these were limited supply and that they are for people who had issues with the 70" XBR1. Not a problem at all, 55 is all set up and looking fantastic! Last edited by jmy2469; 11-01-2011 at 11:57 PM.

10-29-2011, 08:55 PM	#22
matte-merge Member Member since:Nov 2008 4K collection:573 Blu-ray collection:3154 Blu-ray reviews:1	It's out and I got it! Just got back from the Sony store bought the 65" HX929 super excited about this should have it sometime this week! They had one in the store it's the best looking tv I have ever seen!

11-22-2011, 05:37 PM	#23
kb300 Member Member since:Dec 2010	Need some guidance HELP Ok guys, I am looking at the Sony 55hx929 and Panasonic 55vt30. I am torn between the 2 of them. My local stores don't have both to compare side by side I have to go from one store then to the other store. Set me in the right direction by helping me decide. Thanks for your help in advance

12-16-2011, 04:36 PM	#26
jmy2469 Active Member Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Palm Harbor, FL	Calibration by Chad B of HDTVbyChadB I had my 55" HX929 calibrated by Chad B yesterday. I thought my picture looked good before,after he was finished I was amazed! This is the first time I ever had a television calibrated, and it will not be my last. If you have been thinking about getting a calibration done, go ahead, you will not be disappointed.

01-03-2012, 06:09 AM	#28
smooththaboss Senior Member Member since:Feb 2011 Location:a basketball court near you 4K collection:67 Blu-ray collection:330	want this tv so bad

01-06-2012, 01:36 AM	#33
rdodolak Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 4K collection:880 Blu-ray collection:3733 DVD collection:939 MA collection:338 Digital collection:1099 iTunes collection:75 Prime collection:11 Trading Score:20	Chad B also has a web site at http://hdtvbychadb.com/

02-15-2012, 11:05 PM	#34
joebp415 Active Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:PHILADELPHIA,PA	I still have the XBR2..loved theTV but I am going to get the XBR929..CAN'T WAIT

02-16-2012, 12:25 AM	#35
jmy2469 Active Member Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Palm Harbor, FL	joebp415, you'll love the HX929.I had the XBR1 and thought that picture looked great. The HX929 blows it away.

02-16-2012, 12:32 AM	#36
joebp415 Active Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:PHILADELPHIA,PA	I think you are right..Cnet says its the best LED tv they tested...Really looking forward to getting it

02-24-2012, 09:11 PM	#37
sa666666 Member Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Canada	Can anyone confirm that there's no blooming with the HX929? I have a 2010 Samsung LN52A750, which was one of the better TVs in its price range. But there's slight bloom/bleed in one of the corners. Is the HX929 susceptible to this??

02-29-2012, 04:38 AM	#38
somchair1 Active Member Member since:Feb 2008 4K collection:82 Blu-ray collection:504	What's a good price on this tv? Strongly considering getting this one at the start of CFB season.

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