Samsung Tantus TXN3098 30" Neo Slim-Width HD-Ready TV with DynaFlat Screen
My Studio Apartment Theater
After researching and shopping for months, I finally decided on the Samsung TXN3098WHF 30\\" Tantus Widescreen CRT.  It replaced my Sony 27\\" WEGA, which I loved but was not HD ready.   First of all, this model is offered in 27\\", 30\\", and 32\\" sizes in the top of the line Samsung NEO series CRT's.  I was seriously considering the 32\\" model and the 32\\" Sony WEGA HS510, but the picture quality, aspect ratio, dimensions, and weight of the 30\\" Samsung won me over.<br />Digital cable looks great.  I will probably be upgrading to Dish Network soon as they offer more HD channels compared to DirectTV. RCN and Comcast are working on offering HD in the city. This model has several features that improve the picture quality including a Low Noise Amplifier which the incoming signal in a weak signal area, DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) that enables an improved image with detail, contrast and white enhancements and 3D noise reduction, and Digital Noise Reduction which reduces static and ghosting that may appear on the screen.  All of these features can turned off or on via the menu.<br />I'm an avid console gamer and Playstation 2 looks amazing in widescreen via Monster Cable component video cables.  Did I mention this set has two HD component video inputs, one S-Video, and several RCA inputs.  By the way, I saved the best for last, my Samsung has one DVI input that receives an uncompressed digital video signal from a HD receiver or DVD player.  <br />I had a Sony Progressive Scan DVD player but replaced it with the Samsung HD-931 DVD Player available through Amazon.  Now all my DVD's are upconverted to HD quality.  I'm using the Monster Cable M500 DVI cable and the picture quality is unbelievable.  I was shocked at how great my DVD's look.  I'm seeing things I've never seen before on my DVD's.  I'm excited to watch every one again in my vast collection.  I can hardly wait to see The Two Towers and Matrix Reloaded.<br />I have a Denon/Bose/Klipsch/Monster Cable 7.1 Home Theater system and I use the Samsung speaker system when watching TV.  The speaker system includes two front channels and a built-in sub on the left side of the set.  Sound features include Simulated Surround Sound, BBE, an Equalizer, and several factory settings.<br />I highly recommend this product to anyone wanting a Widescreen HD TV.  It is a true performer at a great value.