I have a $1000 or so to spend on a TV. Talk to me:)

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Like the title says, I'm ready to join the 21st century. I've been loath to buy a flat screen over the years because military movers aren't exactly known for their sensitive touch while throwing stuff on the back of the moving truck.

Anyway, I was in Wally World and saw this


http://www.walmart.com/Sony-52-Bravia-LCD-HDTV/ip/10926916

Supposedly down from $1700

Opinions?
 
Personally, I would advise against buying any electronics from Walmart and similar stores. I've heard they take the crappy components and put them in Sony packaging so you think you're getting a good TV, but your TV is actually lower-quality than something you'd get at Sears or Best Buy.

I would talk to Slacky McSlackass on the other site (I think he's on here too maybe). He sells them for a living at Sears, and is pretty informative on the subject. He's posted in several threads like this over there.
 
Hmmmm. Hadn't heard that.

As for the "other site", I got banned by a Jumbo named douche over a year ago.

Maybe you coud give him a ring for me? It be great to hear from someone in the know
 
I can later on, I don't have access to the other site from work.
 
I've had a 42 Bravia for about two years now, and quite happy with the quality of picture. I got it at sears only because they were having a killer sale.

A customer of mine installs audio / video systems for the rich and shameless. He said if you're not big into name recognition, get a Vissio..........
 
Vissio? Or Vizio - they sell those at Costco for great prices.
 
I heard they were just as good as the big names in the smaller screens but are a bit behind in the bigger stuff
 
I've also heard good things about Vizio although I can't vouch for them personally. Dropping that kind of cash, I'd definitely take a look at Consumer Reports ratings. I don't think you can go wrong following their advice.
 
Or you could ask the BGO Oracle :)
 
Lanky Livingston said:
Vissio? Or Vizio - they sell those at Costco for great prices.
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Ya, that's the one LOL

No clue how to spell it. We have one in the showroom at the shop, and it seems to be pretty high qulity. It's also a 42.

Aren't they the official TV of the NFL at this point ?
 
Thanks for the link Om. Truth be told, I walked into Wally World and saw that Sony Bravia for $1100, supposedly down from $1700 and thought it was time to pull the trigger. Maybe one of my retirement checks will cover the bill.
 
I have a 42" Toshiba got from Best Buy about a year ago. Very pleased with the set. I was told that Vizio is good, but they burn out quickly.

Not an expert by any stetch of imagination. Everyone I talked to recommended Samsung, Sony, or Toshiba.

Cars I know, but TV's got to find help.
 
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The Sony is a very good TV Sarge. I bought a Sony HD Rear Projection TV from SAMs a few years back. The Sony model number for the TV was exclusive to SAMs/Walmart, but when I opened it, there was a big orange sheet of paper taped to the TV stating it was a SONY XXX model number. Nothing different about it. I prefer the Sony picture over the Samsung, the only two I'd consider. I'm about to but a 32" Sony XBR for the bedroom.
 
I highly recommend Vizio. I have a 42" plasma that's 3 years old and a 32" LCD that's 2 years old. Love them both. My roommate also has the 32". They come highly rated on many sites and are a great deal.
 
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