Best big screen HD tv?

[Kodiak33]

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I went with the JVC HD-ILA (which is JVCs LCoS technology). I love the picture, so if you want a cheaper alternative to Sonys LCoS, you might want to give it a shot.

[Coach Bryant]

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That is weak. Maybe if you go in person and buy it at the store they can deliver it. I don't see why they wouldn't. If you are doing the A3000, I would still try Circuit City. They had it priced 130 bucks less than BB last time I looked.

Will do. What do you guys think about Buy.com?

[GAMEC0CK2002]

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Will do. What do you guys think about Buy.com?

Wouldn't that become a wash once you figure in shipping costs?

With something that expensive I'd recommend a typical B&M store in case you have any unexpected problems.

[Coach Bryant]

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What LCD's do you guys like? Samsung LN-T4665F looks like a nice TV to me.

[Coach Bryant]

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i went to Best Buy, and Circuit City tonight. At Circuit City I was blown away by Sony's KDL52W3000. I was impressed with the picture quality, and loved the 52 inch screen. Has anyone bought a TV from lcdplasmadeals.com? CC had the above set listed at 3,199.99, and lcdplasmadeals.com is asking 2,299.00. Whats up with that? How can they sell the tv for such a low price? I looked at Samsung's LN-T4665F at CC, and BB. I wasn't impressed with the picture. I think I may be buying a Sony.

[JohnnytheSkin]

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Hey Coach Bryant, good luck on your purchase...though I would stay away from the not so well known online retailers. I've had good luck with Vanns.com, a wholesale dealer based in Montana. They are pretty competetive and the shipping is damn prompt (ordered my now defective Mits DLP and had it within a week half the country away).

I also ordered my home theater system from them and had that within 72 hours (lived in Boise at the time).

That being said, I would invest in the warranty. Read my post in the HDTV thread, but at least with rear projection sets you will at least get a free bulb replacement over the warranty term, and that part alone costs as much as the warranty...so it's a good deal in that regard.

Since I'm looking again (not sure if I'll buy yet another display) I've been looking at the Vizio line since they are cheap, as well as the Bravia Sony LCD's and if I can turn the wife, the Panasonic PRO plasmas (assuming we do buy again and she likes the flat panels). Then again...burn in with hours of XBL gaming and ESPN...

Like I said, good luck! And I pray you don't have ultra-discerning eyes.

[Coach Bryant]

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Hey Coach Bryant, good luck on your purchase...though I would stay away from the not so well known online retailers. I've had good luck with Vanns.com, a wholesale dealer based in Montana. They are pretty competetive and the shipping is damn prompt (ordered my now defective Mits DLP and had it within a week half the country away).

I also ordered my home theater system from them and had that within 72 hours (lived in Boise at the time).

That being said, I would invest in the warranty. Read my post in the HDTV thread, but at least with rear projection sets you will at least get a free bulb replacement over the warranty term, and that part alone costs as much as the warranty...so it's a good deal in that regard.

Since I'm looking again (not sure if I'll buy yet another display) I've been looking at the Vizio line since they are cheap, as well as the Bravia Sony LCD's and if I can turn the wife, the Panasonic PRO plasmas (assuming we do buy again and she likes the flat panels). Then again...burn in with hours of XBL gaming and ESPN...

Like I said, good luck! And I pray you don't have ultra-discerning eyes.

Thanks for the tips. lcdplasmadeals.com is fishy to me. Right now I'm leaning towards either Sony's KDS-60A3000 or KDL-52W3000. Tough tough decision for me. Anyway, I'm going to continue doing some more homework before I buy.

[GAMEC0CK2002]

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Thanks for the tips. lcdplasmadeals.com is fishy to me. Right now I'm leaning towards either Sony's KDS-60A3000 or KDL-52W3000. Tough tough decision for me. Anyway, I'm going to continue doing some more homework before I buy.

Just another idea. You've waited this long and still doing your homework. Just wait for black friday. The ads usually start rolling in a week prior. You'll probably find something for a ultra sweet price.

[Coach Bryant]

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Just another idea. You've waited this long and still doing your homework. Just wait for black friday. The ads usually start rolling in a week prior. You'll probably find something for a ultra sweet price.

Will do. Black Friday the day after Thanksgiving?

[rumfinator]

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Will do. Black Friday the day after Thanksgiving?

Yes sir, that is Black Friday.

[Coach Bryant]

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Ok. I think I've decided to buy the Sony KDS-60A3000. The 60 inch screen is irrestiable, and I'm satsified with its picture quality. I know that the LCD's look better, but I feel that I'm getting more bang for my buck buying this tv. CC has it on sale right now for 2,499.99. Should I pull the trigger, or wait till Black Friday? I'll be picking up the 80gb PS3 too.

[SportsorDeath]

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I would wait a bit. You may not even have to wait until Black Friday. That tv has been on sale every week since it has been out. Regular retail on it is $2,699.99, but you will never see it at that price. CC just had it for $2299.99 last week. Wait at least a few more weeks and see what's up with the ads every Sunday. You are bound to see it cheaper than CC has it this week. I was able to get mine for like 2700, including tax, 4 year extended warranty, and delivery. Sit tight a bit.

It is an excellent tv, too. By far the best bang for your buck you are going to get with a screen size that large. The picture quality, imo, beats out a lot of the plasmas I have seen, too. LCD's have a bit more sharpness, but they still can't touch the contrast and black levels of RP.

[huffphil]

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I would wait a bit. You may not even have to wait until Black Friday. That tv has been on sale every week since it has been out. Regular retail on it is $2,699.99, but you will never see it at that price. CC just had it for $2299.99 last week. Wait at least a few more weeks and see what's up with the ads every Sunday. You are bound to see it cheaper than CC has it this week. I was able to get mine for like 2700, including tax, 4 year extended warranty, and delivery. Sit tight a bit.

It is an excellent tv, too. By far the best bang for your buck you are going to get with a screen size that large. The picture quality, imo, beats out a lot of the plasmas I have seen, too. LCD's have a bit more sharpness, but they still can't touch the contrast and black levels of RP.

I agree. I picked this set up from CC last week when it was onsale for 2299. I also found out on another board that if you are a AAA member (I am since I have my house insurance with them) that they offer an additional 10% off from CC. I added in the coupon code and I was able to get this set with FREE delivery for a total of $2070. IMO that is a steal for this set - it is actually worth it at 2700 for what you get. This thing is awesome! I would try to talk down the salesperson as well and ask them how low they will go - some stores are willing to deal a bit. Good luck!

[SportsorDeath]

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There is also a site called techdepot.com (an offshoot of Office Depot) that has been advertising the set for 2100 and change. A lot of people were able to print that price out and price match at BB, CC, or even Sears. Your mileage may vary, obviously, but it's worth a try.

[Coach Bryant]

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There is also a site called techdepot.com (an offshoot of Office Depot) that has been advertising the set for 2100 and change. A lot of people were able to print that price out and price match at BB, CC, or even Sears. Your mileage may vary, obviously, but it's worth a try.

Good tip! I'll try that. I talked to the salesman at BB, and he said that they would match any price in town. He went on to say that they would not match internet prices.