Panasonic DMR-ES20K DVD Recorder
Good basic solid recorder
I have had this unit since February.And I really can't say anything bad about it.When I first got it,I had a few problems.I can't stress this enough read the manual that comes with this recorder.I made my fair share of coasters because I just jumped in and tried it my own way lol.This unit will take most dvd-r discs.Unlike other units that promise a lot of rich features,and deliver garbage that dosen't work right.I use Maxell 8x for DVD-R's.So far no problem with finalizing when folloewing the instuctions.The learning curve is about an hour.You may also like the sima video enhancer.It will alow you to make copys of your own dvd library.Other then that you don't really need anything else.I have made and finalized about 22 discs.The super video conection works the best.You may also like the rca jacks,but not as clear of picture.For sound you can get an optical sound cable,very good sound.Or again just use rca jacks and cables.I would highly recommend this model.If you like myself have just the need to back up old VHS tapes and your own DVD library.Then this one is for you.You can also work this with certain receivers for cable or satellite TV.As long as there are rca jacks on the backs of these receivers for video and sound.I haven't tried the DVD-RAM discs yet.But will in the future and then possibly add to this at a later date.It's your decision,there are more good things to say about this recorder.Just try it out for yourself and see.