Video Asylum

Posted by Harmonia (A) on September 27, 2002 at 15:19:23

In Reply to: Re: I guess I'd better clarify a few things... posted by Steve K on September 27, 2002 at 05:35:58:

I'm pretty unimpressed with the 1024x1024 ALiS plasmas. In fact, I think the "enhanced" definition Panasonic 42WD5UY beats most any comparable ALiS plasma I've seen. I'd caution against using the ALiS technology plasmas as a yardstick.

A better comparison would be the Panny 42HD5UY (true HD capable) or 50HD5UY, the Pioneer 5030HD or non-consumer 503CMX, or the Fujitsu 5004 or 4229 (? I think that's right). Maybe an NEC. The Sampos, Samsungs, and Phillips can't hold a candle these displays IMO.

There are trade-offs, no matter which way you go with a HD display. Dollar for dollar, a properly calibrated CRT RP is probably the best bang for the buck. But HD on a great plasma looks not like a TV, it looks like a window onto the world. To my eyes.

BTW, I auditioned the Hovland (beautiful piece of gear) but found it, despite its gorgeous top end, to be less dynamic and not as good in the bass as I wanted for my system. I kept my Joule-Electra, and eventually bought a First Sound Presence Deluxe Mk II with NOS tubes. That doesn't mean one of us was wrong. :-)