Flat Panel HD T.V. Question???
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I just found this one, Its on sale for $1500, http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1169512521541 What do you think?
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I just found this one, Its on sale for $1500, http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1169512521541 What do you think?
h:http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-LNT466...dt_pa_edpp_ttl
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Originally posted by some guy on Amazon
Most have said the detail improvement by bumping up to the XX65/6 over the XX61 is subtle. The 4661 has more of a matte finish around the edge whereas the XX65 has a shinier edge -- which most have said is not bothersome when watching a show (some were concerned at first because they could see themselves while watching TV but have said overall it doesn't bother them).
DO NOT get wrapped up in the whole "15000:1 versus 10000:1 contrast ratio" marketing difference. The differences are again much more subtle than manufacturers would have you believe. There are whole articles about how anything over 500:1 in anything but a _completely dark_ room is not noticeable to the naked eye.
Probably the main reason to perhaps go with the XX65 series is due to the apparently "lacking" speakers on the XX61 series. If you do NOT plan to hook this TV to an external sound system, then it may be worth considering the XX65 for the improved built-in speakers. The 65 has them on the sides, the XX61 has them underneath facing downwards and apparently the sound isn't ideal. Although one might say for the 300 price difference between the two, buy the 61 series and apply that 300 towards a nice stereo receiver like a Yamaha.
Most have said the detail improvement by bumping up to the XX65/6 over the XX61 is subtle. The 4661 has more of a matte finish around the edge whereas the XX65 has a shinier edge -- which most have said is not bothersome when watching a show (some were concerned at first because they could see themselves while watching TV but have said overall it doesn't bother them).
DO NOT get wrapped up in the whole "15000:1 versus 10000:1 contrast ratio" marketing difference. The differences are again much more subtle than manufacturers would have you believe. There are whole articles about how anything over 500:1 in anything but a _completely dark_ room is not noticeable to the naked eye.
Probably the main reason to perhaps go with the XX65 series is due to the apparently "lacking" speakers on the XX61 series. If you do NOT plan to hook this TV to an external sound system, then it may be worth considering the XX65 for the improved built-in speakers. The 65 has them on the sides, the XX61 has them underneath facing downwards and apparently the sound isn't ideal. Although one might say for the 300 price difference between the two, buy the 61 series and apply that 300 towards a nice stereo receiver like a Yamaha.
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40" sony 1080p
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....&type=category
Sharp - AQUOS 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1186004971284
a little higher but worth it IMO
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....&type=category
Sharp - AQUOS 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1186004971284
a little higher but worth it IMO
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40" sony 1080p
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....&type=category
Sharp - AQUOS 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1186004971284
a little higher but worth it IMO
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....&type=category
Sharp - AQUOS 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1186004971284
a little higher but worth it IMO
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I just found this one, Its on sale for $1500, http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1169512521541 What do you think?
Samsung LN-T4065F 40" LCD.
http://www.vanns.com/shop/servlet/it...ures/462999375
1249.50 shipped.
They threw in a harmony 550 remote for 20 bucks and you get a 100 dollar NFL team shop gift card through mail in rebate.
No tax, no shipping fee, 8.02 on reseller ratings.
The TV i linked to has a glossy screen as opposed to the traditional matte screen that LCDs normally ship with. Supposed to improve black levels and contrast, but reflects more. Not a problem in my situation, but a heads up nonetheless.
Doesn't look like they have the 46" you linked to in stock.
The one you linked to is one generation behind the one I linked to.
There is now a 120Hz version out.
Make sure to go to avsforums for tweaks and settings once you buy!
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