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Panasonic SCHT500 vs. Pioneer DCS313..... It`s time to decide!

Please cast your votes here and a brief reason why.....
I`ve narrowed it down to these two systems based on price and specs to go with my Pannie TX32PS1. I`ve a fairly large room to fill, so all your ideas and suggestions would help me greatly. Sorry to post again, but no replies on hardware forum.
Thanks reviewers..
Simon

Pannie SCHT500 vs. Pioneer DCS313 - it`s time to decide!

Cast your votes here and a brief reason why.....
I`ve narrowed it down to these two systems based on price and specs to go with my Pannie TX32PS1. I`ve a fairly large room to fill, so all your ideas and suggestions would help me greatly.
Thanks reviewers..
Simon

Looking for a top home cinema package, please..

Can any members suggest a quality system (receiver + speakers) to go with my Tosh 220 and Pannie 32PS1? Ideally I would like slimline good looks, active sub, good power output(room size 20ftx 15ft) and vfm. Is it worth getting one with dvd included and junking my Tosh? Sony davs550 for example. Have done the rounds of the net traders and high street but can`t decide. Budget up to about £350.Thanks

This item was edited on Wednesday, 21st January 2004, 17:46

RE: Widescreen telly for an utter n00b with a £500 max budget?

I`ve seen the Philips 28pw6006 at unbeatable.co.uk for
£319.99 (without stand) or £379.99 (with stand)
I don`t know about their finance deals though, but ring them and ask.

RE: A New Widescreen TV - it`s a 3-way fight!

Thanks for the advice boys, I see from previous threads that the Panny was at qed-uk for £512 approx, but am struggling to find it that cheap now.
Any ideas as to where to get the best tv deals from?
I have looked at unbeatable, qed, empiredirect, and hed to name but a few.
I thought the Philips tubes were reliable?
Must admit that the Panny looks less of a grey box but am intrigued by just how good the picture quality is on Tosh with component inputs as opposed to RGB scart.
Get back to me with those web addresses, thanks

A New Widescreen TV - it`s a 3-way fight!

Am in the mood for getting a new widescreen telly (budget £600)
I`ve narrowed it down to 3 choices:-
Panasonic tx32dk1 - reviews on this site say it`s real good!
Toshiba 28z07b - I`ve got a 210e and am interested in utilising the component inputs
Philips 32PW6006 - good price for a 32" and reputation for great picture.
Sound is not really an issue as I`m putting the lot through a receiver and Mission cinema 72s.
Also could you suggest the cheapest place to purchase your choice...
Please stake your claims and let me your opinions of who should win.
Many thanks

Simon

This item was edited on Saturday, 16th February 2002, 16:49

RE: Anyone got a sony STRDE475

I had my order in for one of those from Empire Direct.... but after checking out a couple of review pages I`ve decided to spend the extra and opt for the Marantz SR4200 at hifijunkies.co.uk (£233 inc.free del.) an award winner with more features.
Nothing really wrong with the Sony but I`ve always found...you get what you pay for.

RE: Surround virgin seeks decent speaker package for great audio experience...

Thanks to all who contributed..... I`m gonna lash out for the Wharfedale`s methinks!!
Keep the good advice coming.

RE: Suggestions for a surround system.

If as you say you have a small area to cover with glorious surround sound you could do a lot worse than choose the Sony DAVS-500 which is an all in one system with speakers and subwoofer included. It`s praised in the press and if you look around on the web you should find it Multi-region for £499.00
One slight drawback is that the cabling between the speakers and amp/dvd is a given length so you may find that it doesn`t reach to the rears. You can`t just pop into Dixons and buy more cable because of the connectors, so either...
sit closer to the telly or knock down a couple of walls and make the room the correct size.
Joking aside as all in ones go.. it`s a goodie!!

RE: Surround virgin seeks decent speaker package for great audio experience...

thanks for the tip clayts, just one question.....

are the wharfedales shielded??

Rings Electrical...... good or bad???

I`ve heard good things about multiregionmagic.co.uk, but does anyone have experience of a company called Rings Electrical?
Their website seems good, very knowledgable folk and free del. within UK too. They seem to do some great offers..
have ordered a multiregion 210E from them, so any feedback would be good before I part with my sponduliks....

I await with baited breath.

Surround virgin seeks decent speaker package for great audio experience...

Am new to Home cinema and have just purchased a Toshiba 210e (MR) and Sony STRDE475 Receiver.
Anyone got any wisdom as to what speaker package to put with these separates??
I was looking at:-
Gale Moviestar £119.95 Richer sounds
eltax Liberty £249.95 Richer sounds
Missions are great but a wee bit pricey
Ideally would like shielded speakers for the fronts near the telly. not really bothered about sub at the moment, but I understand that good speakers are essential to the enjoyment factor having ordered decent dvd and amp.
Don`t want to really go above £275 if honest.
Any ideas.....?

PS. Has anyone purchased anything from Rings Electrical?? They seem knowledgable and free delivery in UK too.

Thanks

This item was edited on Sunday, 3rd February 2002, 12:56

RE: Toshiba 210e - is it the one for me?

Thanks to all who gave their time and opinion. I shall check out all the retailers mentioned. I mistakenly thought that decoder was built in. Glad to hear that the machines are living up to expectations. any more submissions or alternative players (decoder built in) would be appreciated.

Cheers
Simon

This item was edited on Monday, 2nd July 2001, 09:15

Toshiba 210e - is it the one for me?

I`m on the verge on getting a Tosh 210e having seen it advertised at Empire Direct for £181 inc VAT (cheapest i`ve found). Is the player multi-region out of the box or is there a remote hack? Some suppliers don`t specify multi-region when they quote. I`m particularly keen on it after the reviews and also because of built-in Dolby decoder.
Am I on the right track with this model or could i be spending my money wiser elsewhere?
Any info or opinions welcome.

Pioneer DV530 - is it a worthwhile purchase?

I`ve recently seen a Pioneer DV530 machine at Dixons for £179.99 (less 10% for end of line) Is it worth the purchase price? Is it multi-region or does it need a remote hack? I hear the DV535 gets good reviews. Are there better machines for that price around which are multi-region. Would love to know as a new DVD purchaser. I want to spend my money wisely.

This item was edited on Tuesday, 26th June 2001, 13:58