RPTV Suggestions

gacole2000
gacole2000 Posts: 255
edited February 2003 in Electronics
My parents want me to help them put a HT in their new house. They want a 50-53" RP HDTV widescreen. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks- Greg
AVR: Yamaha RX-V661
DVD: Yamaha DV-C6480
BR: Samsung 1600
Mains: Polk RT55 (bi-amped)
Center: CS300
Sides: FX1000
Rears: RT/FX
Subs: SVS 20-39 PC+ 12.3 & DIY SVS 12.2
Projector: Optoma HD70 w/ 106" Elite Screen
Power: Panamax MAX 5100
Remote: Harmony One
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  • polkatese
    polkatese Posts: 6,767
    edited February 2003
    Pioneer elite HD-PRO530 (53")
    I am sorry, I have no opinion on the matter. I am sure you do. So, don't mind me, I just want to talk audio and pie.
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  • gacole2000
    gacole2000 Posts: 255
    edited February 2003
    How much oes that run? They are wanting to spend around $1800.

    Thanks- Greg
    AVR: Yamaha RX-V661
    DVD: Yamaha DV-C6480
    BR: Samsung 1600
    Mains: Polk RT55 (bi-amped)
    Center: CS300
    Sides: FX1000
    Rears: RT/FX
    Subs: SVS 20-39 PC+ 12.3 & DIY SVS 12.2
    Projector: Optoma HD70 w/ 106" Elite Screen
    Power: Panamax MAX 5100
    Remote: Harmony One
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  • polkatese
    polkatese Posts: 6,767
    edited February 2003
    It's a $5k unit, with street price of $4k. With the budget that they have, I would go with Mitsubishi 50" Rear-Projection HDTV Monitor, VS-A50.
    I am sorry, I have no opinion on the matter. I am sure you do. So, don't mind me, I just want to talk audio and pie.
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  • goingganzo
    goingganzo Posts: 2,793
    edited February 2003
    the mits 55 unit is around 2k

    WS-55311

    they make great units for the price. and if you want you can drop about 400 for a isf calabraton and it wil make it liik even beter.
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  • gacole2000
    gacole2000 Posts: 255
    edited February 2003
    Sounds like the Mits is the way to go. Thanks guys!

    Ganzo- Still working on some $ for your SW, I'll keep you posted.
    AVR: Yamaha RX-V661
    DVD: Yamaha DV-C6480
    BR: Samsung 1600
    Mains: Polk RT55 (bi-amped)
    Center: CS300
    Sides: FX1000
    Rears: RT/FX
    Subs: SVS 20-39 PC+ 12.3 & DIY SVS 12.2
    Projector: Optoma HD70 w/ 106" Elite Screen
    Power: Panamax MAX 5100
    Remote: Harmony One
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  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,201
    edited February 2003
    if Pioneer Elite is out of the price point then Mitsubishi is the way to go.You can't find a better set at there price point.They rule the market there.
    vote for Mitsubishi
    Dan
    My personal quest is to save to world of bad audio, one thread at a time.
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  • goingganzo
    goingganzo Posts: 2,793
    edited February 2003
    np it is just sitting and waiting for a good home.
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  • pjdami
    pjdami Posts: 1,894
    edited February 2003
    I also vote for Mitsubishi. I own the 46 inch 46809 HDTV and couldn't be happier. No problems so far (owned over a year).

    The Mitsubishi's have a narrower "sweet spot" for viewing than some of the other models; but once you're there you will be impressed.

    You should be able to find a Mits under $2k if you shop around.

    I was also impressed with the picture on the Panasonic models but ultimately chose Mitsubishi based on the value, reputation, and awesome picture.
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  • fireshoes
    fireshoes Posts: 3,167
    edited February 2003
    I've been happy with my 51" Hitachi. Got it about a month and a half ago.
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