Price Paid:  $0.00

Summary:
Overall works fine but what good is a 5-disk changer for listening to musc if you cannot random play from all disks? I'm returning the unit due to this lack of function.

Strengths:
Digital output is noticably better than the RGB from my old player. Changing and loading disks is quieter but slower than my old Sony player.

Weaknesses:
Random shuffle play is limited to one disk at a time. The player will not shuffle between all loaded disks like my old NC-655 Sony player. Wait time for a DVD to begin initial play is excessive while it flashes "loading" on the display.

Price Paid:  $129.00 from AAFES

Summary:
Great product. 5 Disc changer is smooth, the connections give you plenty of options. I primarily bought it because I wanted something that played DVD MP3's.
I was never a huge Sony fan, seem to be more hype to their products than anything but this DVD player supports everything. When I go home though I happen to have 3 sony home theater components so they must be doing something right.

Strengths:
Price, Menu Options, 5 Disc Changer and ability to play virtually everything out now.

Weaknesses:
No shuffle option for DVD MP3's and just regular MP3's. It was kind of dissapointing and would have been nice but it was not necessary.

Similar Products Used:
Sony Reciever