helenthean Posted September 8, 2006 Posted September 8, 2006 Hi, I am interested to know more about this series. This is the latest series and replaces the AX series. It comes with 2 HDMI inputs, 6ms response time, etc. The 32" retails at $2599 while the 37" retails at $3499. I was told that it is made in Malaysia. I went to the shops to take a look and compare; but can't decide. The salesmen have not been helpful too as they seem to be promoting their particular brands. Example one said that Philips 7421 series is superior to Sharp BX series as Philip's one is 1st grade panel while Sharp one is not. Pretty confused. Is this a good buy? Picture quality is top of my priority followed by audio performance. Appreciate very much your advice. The other models I am currently considering is JVC FX6, JVC EX6, Philips 9531 and Samsung M61 series. My size could be 32" or 37". Thanks.
HT102 Posted September 8, 2006 Posted September 8, 2006 I can't comment on those models you mentioned but if PQ is most impt, I would hold my judgement until the 100Hz LCDs (Regza 68 series) from Toshiba are launched. Ref: http://asia.cnet.com/reviews/home_av/others/0,39037627,39394000,00.htm
henryhoo Posted September 9, 2006 Posted September 9, 2006 The 32" BX is using Taiwanese panel, not good. If you want best quality for both video and audio, Sony V series is your only choice, Samsung M series follow closely but falls short in audio department, Sharp 37" BX is good but might be a bit small for its price. Other brand/models on your list are not even close. Hi, I am interested to know more about this series. This is the latest series and replaces the AX series. It comes with 2 HDMI inputs, 6ms response time, etc. The 32" retails at $2599 while the 37" retails at $3499. I was told that it is made in Malaysia. I went to the shops to take a look and compare; but can't decide. The salesmen have not been helpful too as they seem to be promoting their particular brands. Example one said that Philips 7421 series is superior to Sharp BX series as Philip's one is 1st grade panel while Sharp one is not. Pretty confused. Is this a good buy? Picture quality is top of my priority followed by audio performance. Appreciate very much your advice. The other models I am currently considering is JVC FX6, JVC EX6, Philips 9531 and Samsung M61 series. My size could be 32" or 37". Thanks.
helenthean Posted September 9, 2006 Author Posted September 9, 2006 Hi, Thanks for the 100Hz LCD TV. Yep, I think that 100Hz ones will definitely be much better than 50Hz ones. Just wonder when they will be launched. :). I am definitely going to get one by the end of this year. Hee Hee. I am shocked that Sharp are not using their own made in Japan panels for their LCD TVs. That perhaps explains why the PQ on demonstration was not impressive. If that is the case, that Sharp BX series is not value for money. Could you advise for LCd TVs, what are the models worth considering (other than Sony V series)? I am eyeing either a 32" or 37" one. Thanks a lot for your advice.
henryhoo Posted September 9, 2006 Posted September 9, 2006 Please read carefully, I said 32" BX is using Taiwanese panel, but the 37" BX is indeed using Sharp's own panel. Nothing to be shocked of, Samsung's S series models are also using Taiwanese panel and Sony is going to use Taiwanese panel in there low end models too. If you don't want Sony and you want 100Hz, the Samsung's M7 series will be out very soon, Toshiba's 100Hz model is no match against this one. Hi, Thanks for the 100Hz LCD TV. Yep, I think that 100Hz ones will definitely be much better than 50Hz ones. Just wonder when they will be launched. :). I am definitely going to get one by the end of this year. Hee Hee. I am shocked that Sharp are not using their own made in Japan panels for their LCD TVs. That perhaps explains why the PQ on demonstration was not impressive. If that is the case, that Sharp BX series is not value for money. Could you advise for LCd TVs, what are the models worth considering (other than Sony V series)? I am eyeing either a 32" or 37" one. Thanks a lot for your advice.
helenthean Posted September 9, 2006 Author Posted September 9, 2006 HI Henry, Thanks for the advice. No wonder there is a big price difference between the 32" BX model and the 37" BX model. The 32M61B (Samsung) is going around $2K. Do you think it is a good buy? PQ is still my top priority. Sony V series is still about $2.3k at the retail shops.
HT102 Posted September 9, 2006 Posted September 9, 2006 .. the Samsung's M7 series will be out very soon, Toshiba's 100Hz model is no match against this one. If I'm not wrong, the coming 100Hz LCDs are only 1366x768 resolution. :( Sorry, OT a little.. Henry, how abt the M91, F71 and N71 series? Will they be in Sg? I am particularly interested in the 46" F71 as it is 1080p. http://www.areadvd.de/hardware/2006/samsung_2006_ifa_news.shtml
henryhoo Posted September 10, 2006 Posted September 10, 2006 M91 and M71 most probably will be here soon. Samsung may also introduce a new super high end line to compete against Sony X series with full HD support. Whether they will call it F or N series remain to be seen. As for 100Hz, my guess is that Samsung's current generation processing engine is not powerful enough to generate 50 1920x1080 frames per second, it can only handle 1366x768. Personally I don't think 1920x1080 is worthwhile if you have to give up other more important features. The most interesting model is the M91, with LED backlighting, it'll certainly have the best contrast ratio, black level and color garmut among all LCD TV. It'll probably be the best display commercially available until SED/OLED comes out. While the M71's performance will beat all the current LCD TV with a nice price tag, those who has been looking for a good 40 incher may finally be able to afford one. If I'm not wrong, the coming 100Hz LCDs are only 1366x768 resolution. :( Sorry, OT a little.. Henry, how abt the M91, F71 and N71 series? Will they be in Sg? I am particularly interested in the 46" F71 as it is 1080p. http://www.areadvd.de/hardware/2006/samsung_2006_ifa_news.shtml
HT102 Posted September 10, 2006 Posted September 10, 2006 Personally I don't think 1920x1080 is worthwhile if you have to give up other more important features. The most interesting model is the M91, with LED backlighting, it'll certainly have the best contrast ratio, black level and color garmut among all LCD TV. It'll probably be the best display commercially available until SED/OLED comes out. While the M71's performance will beat all the current LCD TV with a nice price tag, those who has been looking for a good 40 incher may finally be able to afford one. Thanks for the invaluable insights! Despite the oozing picture quality courtesy of the 100Hz + LED backlight, I still find it hard to invest in a TV that is of not full HD resolution at this stage of video technology generation. Furthermore, considering the challenges in transporting such large panel, it is going to be very difficult to sell in the 2nd-hand market..
Darthfunk Posted September 13, 2006 Posted September 13, 2006 I got my Sharp LC-32BX5M at $1825 with 12 month credit card interest free installment at audio house
Darthfunk Posted September 14, 2006 Posted September 14, 2006 Hi guys to clear all doubts, about the 32" BX taiwan panels are not true. I have called Sharp and the engineers have confirm that both the 32" and 37" panels are Sharp's very own Panel that are made in Japan Kameyama Plant. Well I wanted to return it for the 37" panel but just want to make sure. They said i can return the 32" if its not their panel. This should be good news for those wanting to buy the 32" Cheers!
Darthfunk Posted September 14, 2006 Posted September 14, 2006 Firstly i almost bought the Samsung because of the looks but when i start to demo it the Sharp stood out. Sony was pretty ok to me, the many inputs was a plus point but the price was simply a huge turn off. My personal view is Sony do have decent LCD but its over hype and overprice. The other decent LCD was philips but like Sony its also over price! I like the pixel plus but i cant seem to accept philips design. Sharp live up to its name and i was convince by the PQ especially the grey and black. Price was a good catch also. This are just my personal view you have to see it to judge for your self.
Tyer Posted September 14, 2006 Posted September 14, 2006 Which Philips model are u actually talking abt? Are u comparing its PQ for DVD over other LCD TV?
Darthfunk Posted September 14, 2006 Posted September 14, 2006 Philips cant rem which model but i know its their latest model which is also their only model which is black frame. PQ comparing dvd and analouge. Demo all the lcd at Harvey Millenia walk for 1.5hrs
magiclamp Posted September 20, 2006 Posted September 20, 2006 Thinking of a getting a 37 BX series since as I heard the street price has dropped to $2750 (including $100 NTUC or Petrol voucher) and it comes with 3 years warranty. Was also considering Hitachi 37LD8800TA, but the price is about 1k more.
Doraemon1624705793 Posted September 20, 2006 Posted September 20, 2006 me too here...thought of going to Alexandra Village's 'H L' electronic shop. Can I get a better price there?
magiclamp Posted September 21, 2006 Posted September 21, 2006 Think u can try. Just went to the branch of 'Maximum XXXXXX' at Holland Drive and was quote $3100 for the 37" BX LCD when the Sharp is having promotion of $2999 including of $100 NTUC or petrol voucher. :o Just want to get the opinions of the owners of 37" BX LCD whether this LCD is good for both normal TV watching and DVD/HD DVD watching. Previously I did read about some reviews (as in the links below)...Perhaps it will give some insight to the people who want to buy and still not very decisive, like myself. Sorry that the reviews are in Chinese, thus some folks may not be able to understand..... ;) http://article.pchome.net/00/12/82/78/ http://dh.yesky.com/414/2542914.shtml http://www.pjtime.com/2006/8/52687379.shtml
Doraemon1624705793 Posted September 21, 2006 Posted September 21, 2006 my neighbourhood shop quoted me $2750 plus $100 NTUC vocher and 3yr full warranty(37inc). Do you think i can get a better deal at Hong Liang or Parsilk?
Darthfunk Posted September 21, 2006 Posted September 21, 2006 my neighbourhood shop quoted me $2750 plus $100 NTUC vocher and 3yr full warranty(37inc). Do you think i can get a better deal at Hong Liang or Parsilk? Thats quite a good price but my friend got it at $2725 at Audio House for 12mths interest free payment.
magiclamp Posted September 21, 2006 Posted September 21, 2006 I was quoted the same price, same warrantly period as Doraemon mentioned by a neighbourhood shop at Hougang last weekend. I suppose Hong Liang, Parsilk will be cheaper a bit, but don't expect too much lor....just my 2cents worth opinions ;D Darthfunk, any comments from your friend on the PQ of this LCD TV? ;D
Darthfunk Posted September 21, 2006 Posted September 21, 2006 Iam also using the Sharp we bought it together but min is a 32". PQ is good on DVD and but dont expect much from analog digital cable. I change the cable for the set top and PQ improve alot. You dont you go demo it with a couple of other lcd tv to see if you like the PQ.
Norman_Chan Posted September 24, 2006 Posted September 24, 2006 With the BX series price drop below S$3000 ...sure is super attractive ...but is Sharp LCD TV "Black" consider one of the best in today LCD TV technology ? I ever saw a demo in BEST Denki using LOTR , the portion demo was inside the cave and can see very clearly the "dark" rock wall of the inner cave was "Black" and not Grey-out with pixelation. Any ideas why sharp don't make 40" or 42" LCD TV and just to 45" size after the 37" size ?
likefunyouare Posted September 25, 2006 Posted September 25, 2006 Hii, if you want a local review on the BX series, you can check out September's editiopn of HardwareMag. If I'm not wrong, they gave it 8.5 / 10. Not bad. I am very excited about this TV too and contemplating to buy it. The price is definitely attractive. But the strange thing is that I can't find any review of this TV in the usual mgzs like What Hi Fi, Home Cinema Choice, S&V, etc. Seems to me that this TV is not introduced to the US, Europe nor UK market. Initially I thought it could be marketed under a different model number in those mkts, but I can't find any model remotely resembling this one.... Hi, how is the performance of the TV with fast motion picture? This is a common complaint of LCD TV. But I suppose that this model may not have this problem as it has a 6ms response time. Is it true? A good friend of mine feedback that LCD TV still have blurry effects; our eyes also get tired easily after watching LCD TV. Is this true? Wonder whether Plasma TV also suffers from this. I am really confused. Different salesmen tell you different things - one says Plasma is better as it is more CRT like and another says LCD is better. Wonder if somebody can help me out? Thanks a million.
Norman_Chan Posted September 26, 2006 Posted September 26, 2006 Think year end will drop to less than S$2500 for the BX Series ? :P
scorpico Posted September 27, 2006 Posted September 27, 2006 Some neighbourhood shops (sweetson, DAV) are already selling the BX for 2600++ I think another model is coming out soon..Full HD and Made in Japan (not assembled in Msia :))
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