Toshiba SD3750 Progressive-Scan DVD Player
Pound for pound, will beat out just about any DVD player.
I don't claim that this player is a top-of-the-line MP3 player. It contains that function to benefit the consumer, but for its primary function of playing DVD's, it absolutely rocks.<br />I own a corresponding flatscreen Toshiba TV, thus utilizing the component inputs. In addition, I use a digital optical cable connected directly into my a/v receiver. The video quality is as crisp and clear as any I've seen on a midrange player. The audio quality in DTS or DD mode is superb given that you own a fair home theatre system. Even, if you do not own a high end TV or home theatre system, this DVD player will improve the experience substantially, but it will not be fully utilized. If you can afford it, I highly recommend buying at least a flatscreen TV with component inputs. I've observed the difference between an RCA cable, S-video cable, and component cables and the difference is startling! Using an RCA cable is a disservice. If you do not have at least an S-video input, you won't realize the true worth of this machine.<br />The remote is not user friendly or the most functional remote out there, but Toshiba normally does not make good remotes. If you buy Toshiba products, you just have to put up with it. I was close to buying the top of the line Toshiba DVD (SD-9200), but backed out last minute, though it is one of the top DVD players out there, due to the huge price difference. For the price, $..., depending on where you buy it, the Toshiba SD-3750 is difficult if not impossible to beat, especially given its progressive capabilities.