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fliptuner · 11-25-2009, 02:32 PM

Trust me, if I wasn't so challenged when it comes to home entertainment, I wouldn't ask but since it's a substantial purchase (for me) I should at least get some opinions from you guys.

I currently have a 56" rear projection and want to upgrade. Ideally, I'd find a 60" or bigger LCD or Plasma and wall mount it to increase my viewing distance from 10' to 12'.

Here's the problem. I initially saved up about $7000 for a 60 or 65" and HD box but lost my job for 6 months and had to dig into my TV savings fund. I'm back at work now but I'm down to about half of that and since then, the prices have dropped a bit.

Is there anything I can find in the sub $3000(tax in) range that will be decent and last 5+ years? I'm guessing a new HD PVR + mounting bracket and cables will run me another $700-$800.

Thanks for any help.

fliptuner · 11-25-2009, 08:29 PM

Something like this seems decent. I mean I know it's an LG but all the reviews I've been reading are pretty good. That and they're selling it at Costco, so 90 day no hassle return + 2 year warranty.

http://www.testfreaks.com/televisions/lg-60ps11/

JesseBlue · 11-25-2009, 09:19 PM

get a projector and screen...save the rest of your money...
man it should already hit you that you may lose you source of income...from that standpoint bigger is not better

underscore · 11-25-2009, 09:30 PM

how bad is the 56"? Realistically I'd wait a bit before getting a new TV, you won't gain much size and since you had to dip into the TV money and are just back at work I'd say wait. You don't want to hit day 91 and have to sell everything for half of what you paid.

Also for cables be sure you buy them online or something, more expensive does not mean better no matter what the guy at the store says (unless you're running a ridiculously long cable)

CP.AR · 11-25-2009, 09:42 PM

WAIT FOR BOXING DAY

Mugen EvOlutioN · 11-26-2009, 08:07 AM

wait till next year when they are clearing out the models

fliptuner · 11-26-2009, 08:16 AM

I can't do a projector since there's a big window to one side, the other is open to the dining room/kitchen, and there's a ceiling fan between me and the tv.

underscore, the current tv is just okay right now. Bulbs need to be cleaned and re-aligned, picture quality is marginally decent. It was top of the line Panasonic 10 years ago. At this point, I'd rather watch a movie in HD on my 19" monitor.lol.

I'm at the same job so there's no probation to consider and while I was off, I took some insurance courses to work at my friend's new brokerage. The plan is to ride it out with my current job and build up my clientel with insurance til I can dedicate 100% of my time on it. There's no way I'd spend $4k on my system and sell it.... unless it's to upgrade.

Thanks for the heads up on cables. I'll probably end up buying a stand/bench directly below the tv.

I might wait for boxing day but do you really think 60"+ will go on sale?

Any of you guys think that LG I posted is any good?

mrks · 11-26-2009, 10:21 AM

Here's a great list of good TV's.
I personally would stick with a plasma TV, just because you get better colour and no motion blur.

A great list if you're going all out:
http://hdguru.com/hd-guru-picks-the-...u-can-buy/619/

A better list because you can still get and awesome 1080P plasma for about $1,000 and spend the extra money on some awesome speakers. Those tiny LCD TV speakers are junk.

http://hdguru.com/the-10-best-hdtv-d...nder-1000/647/

Mugen EvOlutioN · 11-26-2009, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by fliptuner

I can't do a projector since there's a big window to one side, the other is open to the dining room/kitchen, and there's a ceiling fan between me and the tv.

underscore, the current tv is just okay right now. Bulbs need to be cleaned and re-aligned, picture quality is marginally decent. It was top of the line Panasonic 10 years ago. At this point, I'd rather watch a movie in HD on my 19" monitor.lol.

I'm at the same job so there's no probation to consider and while I was off, I took some insurance courses to work at my friend's new brokerage. The plan is to ride it out with my current job and build up my clientel with insurance til I can dedicate 100% of my time on it. There's no way I'd spend $4k on my system and sell it.... unless it's to upgrade.

Thanks for the heads up on cables. I'll probably end up buying a stand/bench directly below the tv.

I might wait for boxing day but do you really think 60"+ will go on sale?

Any of you guys think that LG I posted is any good?

nope, hardly if any

the trend seems to be sitting at 52" right now. 55" and 58" takes a big jump just for those small differences. 60" plus still sitting at a outrageous price tag

underscore · 11-26-2009, 05:27 PM

With all that light I'd suggest a matte LCD, Plasma you'll get a lot of glare

Mugen EvOlutioN · 11-27-2009, 08:13 AM

woot just got my HD BOX yesterday and viewed HD channels and blue ray on my newly arrival samsung 610

looks fucking dope, guess i aint gonna wait for 7 series, since its basically impossible they gonna get stock

i will stick with the 6 series

ime2006 · 11-27-2009, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mugen EvOlutioN

woot just got my HD BOX yesterday and viewed HD channels and blue ray on my newly arrival samsung 610

looks fucking dope, guess i aint gonna wait for 7 series, since its basically impossible they gonna get stock

i will stick with the 6 series

Yesterday, we had 99 units of B750.

Sold out in one day...... i sold a lot of them......

Mugen EvOlutioN · 11-28-2009, 09:44 AM

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nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo o

Mugen EvOlutioN · 11-28-2009, 09:46 AM

oh well im happy with the 6 series, too tired looking for 7 series now, its been 3 weeks of hunting and im gettin exhausted.

website still lists no stock everywhere else

Gt-R R34 · 11-30-2009, 11:07 AM

mugen, how good is the 6 series?

And what size did you get? I've been reading reviews i'll probably buy the 6 series as well, 52" but seeing everyone's opinion first

Mugen EvOlutioN · 11-30-2009, 11:39 AM

i got the 52" , IMO it aint big enough but thats just me im a whore. since my downstairs is a 72", so viewing 52" is like MEHHHH its alrit

quality, finish and overall is top notch. I would give this a 9/10 tv

My cousin has a sharp 42" 1080p 60hrz, and he said mine is a lottttt better, much brighter and pictures are a lot more crisp

IMO if you are balling get 7 series, if you do not want to spend money unwisely and wants the best bang for the buck? get 6 series, its already enough. I was really really desparate wanting the 7, but since its sold out everywhere i was pissed so i got the 6. Now after couple days of viewing, you know what? unless you are comparing SIDE BY SIDE, you really wont be able to notice the difference between 6 and 7 series with your eyes. If its LED ya you will probably notice it.

Remember guys 120hrz and 240hrz bullshit is just market gimicks.

60hrz to 120hzr okok i gotta give it to the manufacuture there might be a slight hint of difference, but not enough to sell your balls just to buy one and brag you got 120hrz.

TypeRNammer · 11-30-2009, 12:30 PM

This is my current set up.

Using a Westinghouse 42" 720p, with logitech z-5500 paired up with it.

Also using my old reliable Dell Inspiron 6400 to view everything on the TV.

EP3 seats I would have to say it's temporary furnature

My budget setup comes to about 1000 bucks before tax, that's just for the TV and speakers

, this was back in the beginning of 2008.

ime2006 · 11-30-2009, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mugen EvOlutioN

i got the 52" , IMO it aint big enough but thats just me im a whore. since my downstairs is a 72", so viewing 52" is like MEHHHH its alrit

quality, finish and overall is top notch. I would give this a 9/10 tv

My cousin has a sharp 42" 1080p 60hrz, and he said mine is a lottttt better, much brighter and pictures are a lot more crisp

IMO if you are balling get 7 series, if you do not want to spend money unwisely and wants the best bang for the buck? get 6 series, its already enough. I was really really desparate wanting the 7, but since its sold out everywhere i was pissed so i got the 6. Now after couple days of viewing, you know what? unless you are comparing SIDE BY SIDE, you really wont be able to notice the difference between 6 and 7 series with your eyes. If its LED ya you will probably notice it.

Remember guys 120hrz and 240hrz bullshit is just market gimicks.

60hrz to 120hzr okok i gotta give it to the manufacuture there might be a slight hint of difference, but not enough to sell your balls just to buy one and brag you got 120hrz.

6 series and 7 series, Its NOT just 120hz vs 240hz difference.

if you can do a side by side comparison, you will also see SOMETHING is different...

B610 is lacking of 18 bit Crystal Engine, widecolour enhancer 3

Btw, 7 Series, was $1799.99 (and for SP also dropped too.)
Only 1~200 bux differences, I would really rather go for 7 series.
TV is something you ganna keep it for over 3~5 years, thats why i always go for the best...

Just for your information, There will be a lot of B750 coming within a week or 2...

Mugen EvOlutioN · 12-01-2009, 07:34 AM

yes of course im aware its not just the useless hertz

contrast ratio is double, internet access, movie playback etc

wasabisashimi · 12-01-2009, 10:19 AM

Plasma is no go if you have big windows and room is bright. 60in LCD will run you $3k