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I had to replace my 61" Sony XBR 1080i 4:3 projection TV. We loved that TV. This was the only TV available that was similar in size. The 60" 16:9 TVs weren't big enough. I got this two weeks ago. HD Tivo looks epic. We find ourselves watching nature programs that we typically wouldn't watch, but the picture is so amazing.

I looked into the Mitsu and Samsung 73" models, but they didn't seem to have the same quality.

I recommend looking for another stand. We actually found a BDI credenza that was 77" wide. The factory stand is surprisingly character-less and sterile. I also recommend grabbing a HDMI upconvert DVD player if you aren't going to go BlueRay or HD-DVD.

We couldn't be happier.

I've had this display for two months and am continually in awe of how fantastic HD looks. Watched "Polar Express" with the kids this week--very smooth, no banding, great color saturation, excellent contrast (has that 3-D depth that you see with plasmas).

When you first get it home, the display will look immense, but you very quickly get used to it. 10-11 feet away is the sweet spot. After seeing movies and sports on a 70" screen, there's no way you would be happy with a 60" or smaller.

Highly recommended.

You must see this RPTV in a darkened room with the proper settings to appreciate the excellence of this product. This is as good as it gets for $4400 (Appliance Best Buys) delivered. Forget LCDs and Plasmas- if you have two feet to spare for the depth of this unit you will not be disappointed. Sony packaging is inadequate so be careful of the shipping coverage.

I have been looking for a large screen TV for the past 2 years. Have done extensive reviews and research into the best technologies versus price point. The 1080i version of this TV was selling for $13000 last year (albeit it was "hand-made") but personally I do not care for that. Botton line is that of you have the space and want the best picture quality then Sony XBR2 is the way to go. I bought mine a little over 2 weeks ago and it has already become a center piece of my living room. Watching movies at night with all the lights closed is an experience. Even though I am sitting 10-12 feet away the screen is so big that it looks super. In fact I have sat as close as 6 feet away and everything is clear as crystal with HD TV. Can't wait to get Blu-ray player. It also comes with a spare bulb (handy). Bottom line is you can't beat this TV. I challenge anyone to tell me otherwise :-) Worth the money.

Compre este TV hace 1 mes en Dolphin Mall, es el mejor Tv que existe en el mercado, la imagen es nitida y el tamaño es espectacular. Se sacan los parlantes y viene con una lampara de repuesto, el remote control esta mejor que el de 60xbr2. Estoy feliz con mi TV.