Remanufactured Akai LCT2701TD 27 Inch LCD TV/DVD Player Combo
Better Than Excellent
I purchased an Akai 27in LCD flatscreen/DVD combo about a week ago and I have been astounded by how good it actually is.    The screen clarity is what first caught my attention when I saw it at COSTCO-- yes it is hooked up for HDTV when it is on display and there are warning stickers placed on the shelves to let you know that a regular DVD will not be as good as HDTV. (This item was not available on Amazon at the time). <br /> <br />I purchased it for use as a computer monitor when I found that a 21 inch monitor I'd just bought really wasn't roomy enough for true side by side viewing of webpages..    I returned it and had to pay a 15% restocking fee but I'm sure glad I did and went straight over to purchase my Akai.  I have been having a great time watching all my old DVD's because it brings them to life as if I am watching them for the first time. <br /> <br /> <br />One of the most amazing things about this monitor is just how stunning the brights and whites are-- especially when watching a live concert DVD with vivid colors, flashes, and spotlights. <br />The response rate is excellent and the blacks are very black. <br /> <br />The DVD player is as easy to operate as is possible and works flawlessly.     As for durability I cannot say because I have only had it for a week, but while I was waiting in line to purchase it I had a few people brag about other Akai products they have and their excellence. <br /> <br />The speakers are very good but I would only give them 4 stars.  I have never come across any flat panel that had truly excellent speakers but VERY GOOD is good enough when you weigh in the compact design and sleek styling. <br /> <br />I've been enjoying my new Akai so much I haven't even hooked it up to my computer yet.  I think to myself...  How can I get so excited over a little flat panel tv?  I need to get out more. <br /> <br />There are so many hundreds of models of LCD flat panel tvs out there and many of them are downright horrible, with muddy screens and blured images.    If you are in the market for a flat panel this size.   Definently take a look at this one. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />