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alomar · 10-18-2008, 10:09 PM

Only reason I have a 32" is because the price was right, and it's in my bedroom so anything larger would have been overkill.

Beta Man · 10-18-2008, 10:37 PM

37" 720p because my Father-in-law gave it to my wife and I because he bought it, and decided he wanted a different one

I haven't purchased a "T.V." in about 9 years

Chris60119 · 10-18-2008, 10:39 PM

I got a 50" Samsung Plazma. Next will be front projection in about 5 years.

lojack1976 · 10-18-2008, 11:10 PM

I've upgraded several times over the last four years. I started with a 32" 720p, then a 37" 1080p, then a 42" 1080p, all lcd's, and I've finally settled on a 50" Panasonic plasma. I actually went from 1080p to 768p with this one and I can't tell a bit of difference in sharpness even when I'm right up on it. I still have the LG 1080p 42" lcd in the bedroom, but this Panny kills it in both picture quality and big screen goodness!

rubberghost · 10-19-2008, 04:04 AM

i have a 55" hitachi plasma, and a 42" panny that travels with me. bigger is better. i think it's financial for most people.

callas01 · 10-20-2008, 02:27 PM

For me it was about price and viewing distance, I wanted a 46", but could only afford a 40" since I had just closed escrow on my house. Now a year later my wife wants to get rid of our 42" Vizio and move the 40" Sammy to the bedroom and was like you could get whatever you want, so now I am thinking after I get a new receiver and BDP, I may save up for a 46" but in no real rush. Also, I sit 5.5' from the TV. 40 is good, but I would like a 46".

As far as your question about PQ, its great. One thing I do want to say is that if I am watching SAT TV or movies in 1.78/1.85 I feel like I am right in the movie, on the other had movies in 2.35/2.4 sometimes feel a little small, and that is the main reason to upgrade larger.

a-mac2848 · 10-20-2008, 02:30 PM

had to travel with my TV quite a bit getting it back and forth from college to home for summer and winter breaks. needed somthing to fit in my car 42 inches was the max. that worked.

sit close enough too that 1080p is an improvement over 720p.

i also could not find an LCD with that same specs other than resolution and size that the 1080p had at the time of purchase.

Blu-Benny · 10-20-2008, 02:38 PM

i got a 32" lcd b/c it was going into our living room w/o a surround system being hooked up.

when the basement is ready, i'll be getting 50" minimum so i get that "movie theater" experience!!

scorpionkingct · 10-21-2008, 01:21 PM

I think if you dont go with DLP and go LCD or Plasma then its a price issue. If you go with DLP then the price is fair. I have a 65 INCH DLP 1080P. It could be a room space issue too. The emit alot of light too, DLP's and neighboors may be jealous like their watching with you, lol (like a spot light)

bakesalee · 10-21-2008, 11:07 PM

Not all of us can afford a "home theater." What I can afford is a 46" 1080p plasma TV for my living room. I'll be paying this btch off for months.

obiwopkenobi62 · 10-21-2008, 11:30 PM

My wife wanted a bigger TV in the living room. We had a 51" Hitachi. I sold it and got the Mitsubishi 73". We sit right about 10 feet from it and it works, but we have a pretty big room with curved seating so it works great. If I had a smaller room I would have gone with a smaller TV. I have a 27" SDTV in the bedroom.

bdavid81 · 10-22-2008, 01:43 AM

For me, I just like 46" for some reason. I find 50"+ just looks too big, and awkward for my personal liking.

MATTYBLU2 · 10-22-2008, 04:13 AM

Its nice to see all the different reasons, was just wondering. did not want anyone to get offended or anything. i do realize that not all can afford a home theater room or big screen tv. i just figured all the blu ray freaks in here would want big bad ass tv's to watch their fantastic blu's on. as for me i guess if i had to go smaller i could, but why? i have a decent size room and already downsized from 60" to 56". so im good for now...

Steelmaker · 10-22-2008, 01:21 PM

I bought a Sony 60" KDS60A2000 a couple of years ago but to be honest, I probably should've bought the 55" or the 50." Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love the tv but it completely dominates my tv room. 60" probably would've been fine if it were a flat panel. However since it's an rptv it sticks out from the wall pretty far. I don't plan on upgrading any time soon but when I do, I'll probably look at either a plasma or LCD somewhere in the 55" to 58" size range.

(Fe)Man · 10-22-2008, 01:59 PM

I'm only 20 and I have a 42" inch. Trust me I would go bigger in a heartbeat if I could but college won't allow it. Plus I got real lucky and only paid 500 bucks for it so I won't complain, it's plenty big and the PQ is fantastic.

HOME THEATRE ADDICT! · 10-22-2008, 02:35 PM

I dont have a big area but now that Ive been use to watching a 50", Id like a bigger set, but the major factor is $$$.

dobyblue · 10-22-2008, 04:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steelmaker

I bought a Sony 60" KDS60A2000 a couple of years ago but to be honest, I probably should've bought the 55" or the 50." Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love the tv but it completely dominates my tv room. 60" probably would've been fine if it were a flat panel. However since it's an rptv it sticks out from the wall pretty far. I don't plan on upgrading any time soon but when I do, I'll probably look at either a plasma or LCD somewhere in the 55" to 58" size range.

Well you got a kick-ass TV at least that is better than any production LCD flat panel in my opinion.

It's sad that Sony moved away from those TV's - they're only bested by Panasonic and Pioneer plasma's as far as I'm concerned.

Those KDL-XBR2 SXRD 60 and 70 inch models are beautiful.

P@t_Mtl · 10-22-2008, 05:00 PM

For me its the size of the room.

Eventualy when I can build a nice HT in the baseman, I will go over 50 inches for sure on the TV

bageleaterkkjji · 10-22-2008, 06:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moefiz

I originally got a Sony 46 but it was too big for my room so I had to settle for a 40 since they don't make a 42.
I wish I had the place for a bigger TV but I don't.

http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/...52921665406620

Steelmaker · 10-22-2008, 06:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dobyblue

Well you got a kick-ass TV at least that is better than any production LCD flat panel in my opinion.

It's sad that Sony moved away from those TV's - they're only bested by Panasonic and Pioneer plasma's as far as I'm concerned.

Those KDL-XBR2 SXRD 60 and 70 inch models are beautiful.

Thanks! Yes I have enjoyed this tv immensely. The picture is absolutely gorgeous! It's just very bulky and like I said, completely dominates my tv room. I will probably look at the Panny or the Pioneer plasmas in a couple of years unless there's a better technology out there at an affordable price.

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10-18-2008, 10:09 PM	#21
alomar Active Member Member since:Apr 2008	Only reason I have a 32" is because the price was right, and it's in my bedroom so anything larger would have been overkill.

10-18-2008, 10:37 PM	#22
Beta Man Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Juuuuuuuust A Bit Outside.... Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:268 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:25	37" 720p because my Father-in-law gave it to my wife and I because he bought it, and decided he wanted a different one I haven't purchased a "T.V." in about 9 years

10-18-2008, 10:39 PM	#23
Chris60119 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:May 2008 Location:Savannah GA Blu-ray collection:850 DVD collection:1 Blu-ray reviews: 35	I got a 50" Samsung Plazma. Next will be front projection in about 5 years.

10-18-2008, 11:10 PM	#24
lojack1976 Blu-ray Guru Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Aug 2008 Location:7 Cities, VA Home Theater Gallery:62 Blu-ray collection:203	I've upgraded several times over the last four years. I started with a 32" 720p, then a 37" 1080p, then a 42" 1080p, all lcd's, and I've finally settled on a 50" Panasonic plasma. I actually went from 1080p to 768p with this one and I can't tell a bit of difference in sharpness even when I'm right up on it. I still have the LG 1080p 42" lcd in the bedroom, but this Panny kills it in both picture quality and big screen goodness!

10-19-2008, 04:04 AM	#25
rubberghost Expert Member Member since:May 2008 Location:the sub-matrix Blu-ray reviews:4	i have a 55" hitachi plasma, and a 42" panny that travels with me. bigger is better. i think it's financial for most people.

10-20-2008, 02:27 PM	#26
callas01 Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Jun 2008 Location:Riverside, CA Home Theater Gallery:42 Blu-ray collection:230 DVD collection:47	For me it was about price and viewing distance, I wanted a 46", but could only afford a 40" since I had just closed escrow on my house. Now a year later my wife wants to get rid of our 42" Vizio and move the 40" Sammy to the bedroom and was like you could get whatever you want, so now I am thinking after I get a new receiver and BDP, I may save up for a 46" but in no real rush. Also, I sit 5.5' from the TV. 40 is good, but I would like a 46". As far as your question about PQ, its great. One thing I do want to say is that if I am watching SAT TV or movies in 1.78/1.85 I feel like I am right in the movie, on the other had movies in 2.35/2.4 sometimes feel a little small, and that is the main reason to upgrade larger.

10-20-2008, 02:30 PM	#27
a-mac2848 Banned Member since:Feb 2008	had to travel with my TV quite a bit getting it back and forth from college to home for summer and winter breaks. needed somthing to fit in my car 42 inches was the max. that worked. sit close enough too that 1080p is an improvement over 720p. i also could not find an LCD with that same specs other than resolution and size that the 1080p had at the time of purchase.

10-20-2008, 02:38 PM	#28
Blu-Benny Michael Bay's #1 Fan Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:Wisconsin Home Theater Gallery:39 Blu-ray collection:552 DVD collection:108 Trading Score:138	i got a 32" lcd b/c it was going into our living room w/o a surround system being hooked up. when the basement is ready, i'll be getting 50" minimum so i get that "movie theater" experience!!

10-21-2008, 01:21 PM	#29
scorpionkingct Active Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Connecticut, USA Home Theater Gallery:32 Blu-ray reviews:6	I think if you dont go with DLP and go LCD or Plasma then its a price issue. If you go with DLP then the price is fair. I have a 65 INCH DLP 1080P. It could be a room space issue too. The emit alot of light too, DLP's and neighboors may be jealous like their watching with you, lol (like a spot light)

10-21-2008, 11:07 PM	#30
bakesalee Member Member since:Sep 2008	Not all of us can afford a "home theater." What I can afford is a 46" 1080p plasma TV for my living room. I'll be paying this btch off for months.

10-21-2008, 11:30 PM	#31
obiwopkenobi62 Blu-ray Samurai Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Deatsville, Al Home Theater Gallery:531 Blu-ray collection:1143 DVD collection:62 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:6	My wife wanted a bigger TV in the living room. We had a 51" Hitachi. I sold it and got the Mitsubishi 73". We sit right about 10 feet from it and it works, but we have a pretty big room with curved seating so it works great. If I had a smaller room I would have gone with a smaller TV. I have a 27" SDTV in the bedroom.

10-22-2008, 01:43 AM	#32
bdavid81 Junior Member Member since:Oct 2008	For me, I just like 46" for some reason. I find 50"+ just looks too big, and awkward for my personal liking.

10-22-2008, 04:13 AM	#33
MATTYBLU2 Banned Member since:Sep 2007 Location:NH Blu-ray collection:60 Trading Score:21	Its nice to see all the different reasons, was just wondering. did not want anyone to get offended or anything. i do realize that not all can afford a home theater room or big screen tv. i just figured all the blu ray freaks in here would want big bad ass tv's to watch their fantastic blu's on. as for me i guess if i had to go smaller i could, but why? i have a decent size room and already downsized from 60" to 56". so im good for now...

10-22-2008, 01:21 PM	#34
Steelmaker Blu-ray Duke Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Chattanooga, TN Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	I bought a Sony 60" KDS60A2000 a couple of years ago but to be honest, I probably should've bought the 55" or the 50." Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love the tv but it completely dominates my tv room. 60" probably would've been fine if it were a flat panel. However since it's an rptv it sticks out from the wall pretty far. I don't plan on upgrading any time soon but when I do, I'll probably look at either a plasma or LCD somewhere in the 55" to 58" size range.

10-22-2008, 01:59 PM	#35
(Fe)Man Senior Member Member since:Oct 2008 4K collection:42 Blu-ray collection:627 DVD collection:111	I'm only 20 and I have a 42" inch. Trust me I would go bigger in a heartbeat if I could but college won't allow it. Plus I got real lucky and only paid 500 bucks for it so I won't complain, it's plenty big and the PQ is fantastic.

10-22-2008, 02:35 PM	#36
HOME THEATRE ADDICT! Expert Member Member since:May 2008 Location:Ohio	I dont have a big area but now that Ive been use to watching a 50", Id like a bigger set, but the major factor is $$$.

10-22-2008, 05:00 PM	#38
P@t_Mtl Blu-ray Duke Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Montreal Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:452 DVD collection:513 Trading Score:3	For me its the size of the room. Eventualy when I can build a nice HT in the baseman, I will go over 50 inches for sure on the TV

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