LG LRY-517 Super Multi Format DVD Recorder / VCR Combo LRY517
Excellent product
Several years ago I bought the first consumer DVD recorder that made it to the market ( Philips ), and loved it: the capability to transfer my home movies in VHS to DVD and record broadcasts from my satellite receiver directly to DVD in digital quality.<br /><br />I just replaced it with this recorder, and couldn't be more pleased. The LG records in all media formats ( +R, -R, RW of both, VHS, etc. ), including double-layer DVDs. It's very easy and intuitive to use. The VHS player/recorder is an integral part of the unit making dub transfers ( in either direction ) a snap.<br /><br />The quality of the unit-recorded content is outstanding, as is the quality of commercially recorded movies - bright, sharp, clear. I have the video output directed from the unit to my TV via the component output ( my TV being a 52\\" Samsung DLP in HD ) and the experience is at least as good as being in a theater (without the rude talkers and seat-back-kickers).<br /><br />I looked at many units by all the reputable manufacturers (Sony, Panasonic, JVC, etc.) and decided on this one. I'm happy I did, and I'm sure you will be, too.