Sharp Aquos LC-37D90U 37-Inch LCD HDTV
The best tv under 42" that money can buy.
After months and months of research and second thoughts, my wife and I finally decided on this television.  In short, it couldn't have been a better decision.  While I thought long and hard about the 42\\" Panasonic plasma, the stellar reviews on this (e.g., Consumer Reports and CNet) convinced me to look closer at this Sharp.  When I saw it in a local store I was sold (though of course Amazon offers a much better price).  The HD channels look *incredible* and even the standard definition shows look wonderful.  And my Xbox 360 looks absolutely brilliant.  And the fact that it supports 1080p gives me comfort that it will be much more \\"future proof\\" than most other TV sets currently being sold.  Highly recommended.