Sony KDE-50XS955 50-Inch Widescreen WEGA Plasma Flat-Panel TV with Integrated HDTV Tuner
What A Great Picture!
I remember the first time I saw a large plasma screen TV.  It was love at first sight for my eyes, but not my wallet.  However, as prices came down, I decided to finally take the plunge and I bought this 50\\" plasma TV from Sony a couple of months ago.  What a tremendous purchase!  The picture on high definition channels is just tremendous.  I find myself watching a lot more nature and travel shows than before because it seems a lot of these are presented in hi-def now and they just look terrific.  DVD movies look very good as well, although hi-def presentations of these movies on my digital cable system look even better than on DVD.  Regular digital channels (non-hi def) look pretty good as well. <br /> <br />I have my TV hooked up to a 5.1 surround system, so I can't vouch for the sound of the speakers that are integrated with the plasma set, but I am sure that they more than fine, but if you are willing to fork over the kind of money it takes to buy this set, not coordinating it with a good surround system seems like a waste to me.  There are plenty of connections on the TV to create a nice setup. <br /> <br />After two months, I have absolutely zero complaints.  I empathize with the folks who have posted here regarding troubles they have had with the TV and buying it online, but I went to a local home theater store for my purchase and although I probably paid a bit more, they answered my questions, set my system up, tested it thoroughly and have answered the questions I've had since the installation.  For a purchase of this magnitude, that may be the way to go. <br /> <br />All in all, I'm very happy with my Sony and I think you will be as well. <br /> <br />