Price Paid:  $250.00 from Circuit City

Summary:
This player replaces a JVC 723GD interlaced player. I haven't used the DVD-Audio feature yet (probably because there is nothing out that appeals to me in the format), so can't speak to how good it is. The build is kinda cheap and plasticy(sp) but the mirror effect on the carousel is a nice touch. The video is AWESOME. Short of HD, this player shows what a HDTV is capable of. This is one of the last Panasonics that use the Sage-Faroudja chip for video processing. Easy to set up, very tweak friendly, loads of compatibility, nice looking (except the remote), and not too pricey.

Strengths:
No Chroma Bug Great Progressive Mode Dolby Digital and DTS Output Plethora of software capabilities (DVD-Audio, MP3, CD, DVD-R, DVD-RW)

Weaknesses:
Remote (words cannot begin to describe how bad this thing is) Doesn't feel too sturdy No coax out

Similar Products Used:
Older Sony Player (still using in the bedroom) JVC 723-GD (using in the living room now)

Price Paid:  $260.00 from ebay

Summary:
First off, this is an awesome dvd player. I really like the finish and the picture is unparalleled. It handles dvd-audio, which is a plus. For the money, it can't be beat. I'm running it with a 30 inch widescreen tube and every day I look forward to watching movies on it. Video is reference quality.

Strengths:
Great video from top notch chipset. DVD-AUDIO playback. Progressive scan.

Weaknesses:
none

Similar Products Used:
dvd-rp56, dvdrp91, dvdrv32

Price Paid:  $179.00 from circuit city

Summary:
I enjoy this dvd player for many reasons, first panasonic does a great job on most of their electronics, especially their dvd players, this dvd player is great for the price, and all of the features.

Strengths:
plays all the major dvd formats includding dvd-r, but the huge plus is that it plays dvd audio,mp3's and has a great program to view your mp3's and coincides with windows to sort you songs, also this dvd player is progressive scan which is huge if you have a digital tv. also the looks of this player is great.

Weaknesses:
im not fond of the carasell dvd players does not play sacd only has optical input, and no coax