Panasonic TH-50PX50U 50-Inch Flat-Panel HD-Ready Plasma TV
Best set in its class period.
I purchased the TH-50PX50U in mid feb. after several months of intensive research. Even though I was already a big fan of Panasonic video products, I checked the specs on comparable models from Samsung, Hitachi, LG, Pioneer and others. At this time, I have had the set for eight days and I'm totally satisfied. The performance of the set hooked up to digital satellite is fantastic, I can hardly wait to get HD programs. A few reviewers have complained about the speakers but I found them to be quite adequate. Even so, its rediculous to buy a plasma set like this without a decent home theatre system. My system includes the following: Panasonic DMR-EH50 dvd hard drive recorder, Sony DVP-CX995V dvd/cd changer (400 disc capacity), Aiwa surround sound receiver with an Aiwa 150W powered sub-woofer. I replaced the primary front speakers with a pair of Bose 301 speakers. Watching dvd's on this set is truely remarkable. I watched \\"black Hawk Down\\" on this set via the Sony changer with progressive scan and was completely blown away, literally. This film won oscar's for sound and editing (should have won for cinematography, but I digress) and is an ideal \\"test disc\\" for your entire home theatre system. I had originally decided on the 42\\" set from Panasonic model 42PX50U but after rearranging some furniture in my viewing room, I discovered I had just enough space to fit the 50\\" set. Trust me on this one: If you're considering the 42\\" model but have enough space in your viewing room, (and your budget) go for the larger set, you will be glad you did. The price difference is about one thousand dollars from several merchants that I compaired. Bottom line: buy this set kick back and enjoy it. You will never want to go to the neighborhood multiplex again.