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First I wanted to say that the comment about it not having a tape counter, almost talked me out of buying this model. However it DOES have a counter, perhaps the reviewer was referring to the fact that it isn't displayed on the front panel, only on the TV.

My only disappointment with this unit is the remote. The lighted button idea sounded great, but all it does is light the big VCR-related buttons which are easy enough to distinquish by feel. I hoped it would light the small, clumped together, buttons.

Otherwise the picture quality is great, as is the sound, and I like some of the extras, such as; channel labeling, "remaining tape" display, labeled indexing, and the "skip one minute" button.

I bought the model before: the PV-8450 two years ago after some research in consumer reports. The 8450 has super reliability (no problems) and picture and sound quality comparable to the top vcr brands (sony, mitsubitshi, and toshiba.) I also really like the fact that this vcr can record in LP mode. Tapes in LP mode hold 4 hours and play better in my panasonic than other vcrs. I was so impressed, i also went out and got the PV-945H. This one is just as good if not better and has some added custimize onscreen labels for programs. Super vcrs! The only problem is the odd shape of the remote.

The picture quality is better than my JVC 4 head Hi Fi VCR.The stereo dbx sound is flawless. The remote works quicker than any Ihave ever used. It records stereo movies from Showtime and HBO to tapes that equal factory videos. Still pictures are completely noiseless, as in search and reveiw. The only complaint I have is that the so called lighted remote is not really lighted. I own eight VCR's and this is the least expensive one I have purchased. And yet it is just about the best.

Panasonic continues to produce some of the best vcrs you can buy (still made in JAPAN)(better workmanship)i have been a long time panasonic fan, this one will be my 4th panasonic vcr,which all still work perfect.the pv-9450 is a best buy you cant go wrong with panasonic.

I bought the PV-9450 looking for a cheap 4-Head Hi-Fi VCR. The picture on this VCR was very good, however the Hi-Fi sound had some noticable interferance (Static etc.). The VCR also had a loud ticking noise, this would happen when watching video, recording and just when the VCR was on. This VCR also does not have a timer on the unit, this is a feature I like. I decided to return it, the PV-9450 is fine, but didnt meet my standards :/.