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In Reply to: RE: I'm not exactly an early adapter either... posted by Harmonia on September 02, 2010 at 18:18:29
I watch a 37" Panasonic Viera (720P) LCD. My video source units are Cambridge Audio DVD 55 (component video), Pioneer CLD V2600 LaseDisc (composite video), Sony BDP S360 (HDMI). The input signals are optimized for the different inputs (brighter for digital and darker for analog).
I did own a LD player in mid 90's (when I lived in Japan) but I used it mostly for rentals (like I am using Blue Ray now). Currently I'm buying mostly LD(s) because of the bargain prices that I find them at (5-10% of original retail value). I have opened many "sealed" LaserDiscs (always found it curious that some folks would buy a movie and never watch it).
I have always liked the unique dynamic range sound of LaserDiscs. The only thing that comes close to that (that I have heard so far) is the DTS BRD. I rent about two BR disc(s) per week.
I like the Sony player...BRD quality varies...some are truly astonishing and others are about on par w/ DVD. I'm guessing that some movies are just being transferred on BRD and rushed out for a quick sale.
I have not watched an audiophile grade Blue Ray player yet. Probably will get one when the format is older.
"Be open-minded, but not so open-minded that your brains fall out."
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