Pioneer DV-434 DVD Player
Great all around player - and progressive scan output too!
I purchased this player after having seen the picture from a similar Toshiba unit, switching progressive scan output on and off to compare the difference.  The progressive scan output (only available when using the component video outputs) provides a much more filmlike picture; smoother and virtually free of horizontal scan lines.  The setup, when using Expert mode, allows you to tailor the display and features to your liking.  There is also a &quot;standard&quot; setup for novice users.  I compared the picture with this Pioneer to my Panasonic A-310 and I must say the Pioneer unit, even when not using progressive scan out, provided a cleared picture with better overall quality, especially when displaying dimly lit scenes.  A fantactic bargain at the Amazon price (I paid $349 on sale!).