Magnavox MRV640 DVD Recorder
EXCELLENT RECORDER...so far so good
I had been reading the previous reviews, so I was very skeptical about this recorder...even though it was priced just right for me.  Thus...I have been drilling this thing for one week...playing dvds, and recording for long hours.  I have yet to get this to freeze up yet.  (i suppose there still is time)  So far, for the price, it had everything I need and makes fine recordings.  Even in the eight hour mode, it has good quality.  Definitely better than VHS.  Like others said, the only drawback, is getting used to the on-screen menus and symbols.  But...if you read the manual closely, it explains everything.  For $200, you cant beat it!