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post #91 of 12554
5/5/12 at 9:37am
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Sorry but aren't you sort of contradicting yourself? . You said you don't need the VT50's extra features but if it came in a 50" you would seriously consider one? . Wouldn't you then just get a 50GT50?

Nah, not contradicting myself - the primary reason why i wouldn't buy a 55VT50 is simply because it's too big, and the extra features and design aren't enough to sway me to get a TV that's over two inches taller that would block even more of my great view then my 46G10 is now. And it would be so much wider that it will stick out past the sides of my 47" wide credenza which looks awkward.

A 50" VT50 however would be not quite as tall as my 46G10 is, so if it did come in a 50 incher i would consider it since i like the all-glass design a little more than the GT50's bezel design. I don't care for the ST50's crystal fencing. And the VT50's better black filter would be the icing on the cake, even though i don't need it

If i could rotate my 12' x 16' man room's layout 90 degrees to the right (the long way), i'd probably get a 65" TV since i have a 12 wide solid wall that keeps begging for a big screen. But that layout won't work for me for various reasons.
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post #92 of 12554
5/5/12 at 12:12pm
I was wondeing if anyone had thoughts on the VT50's black level and overall PQ. By all accounts the ST50 and the lower end UT50 have some of the best MLL and overall PQ pushing the boundaries for HDTVs this year. In my opinion, the VT50 has to not only match but also exceed these two lower end sets to justify its price. Can't wait to see the reviews start piling up
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post #93 of 12554
5/5/12 at 12:23pm
Our 65VT50 units have come in, can not wait until Chad stops by. Guess we will have to un-box the PN60E8000 and match them up head to head !
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post #94 of 12554
5/5/12 at 12:27pm
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Originally Posted by Cleveland Plasma View Post

Our 65VT50 units have come in, can not wait until Chad stops by. Guess we will have to unbox the PN60E8000 and mtach them up head to head !

I support this sir! My vote is with the VT.
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post #95 of 12554
5/5/12 at 1:31pm
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If anyone can measure how much the power cord protrudes from the back of the tv, I would sure like to know this info before ordering a mount! Aside from that, there is nothing really preventing a very flush wall mount.

I don't have a picture with the power cord extruding from the back of the set but here's a picture of the back of the unit where the power cord will be inserted. The area is actually slightly recessed on the back of the unit. The actual cord extends down from the unit once the receptacle is inserted. Hope this helps.

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post #96 of 12554
5/5/12 at 4:18pm
I've never understood why the VT only comes in 55" or 65" when the ST and GT come in 50", 55", 60", and 65".
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post #97 of 12554
5/5/12 at 4:23pm
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Originally Posted by mnc View Post

I've never understood why the VT only comes in 55" or 65" when the ST and GT come in 50", 55", 60", and 65".

I've never understood why so many different models. They should make the ST and VT only from 42 to 65" and eliminate the U and GT. Big price but also big quality differences.
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post #98 of 12554
5/5/12 at 4:30pm
Same as car manufacturers, different engines and specifications so that they appeal to a wider consumer range hence more overall retail sales - simples. If they only made a 65 VT, how many TV's would they sell.....
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post #99 of 12554
5/5/12 at 4:48pm
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Originally Posted by slimoli View Post

I've never understood why so many different models. They should make the ST and VT only from 42 to 65" and eliminate the U and GT. Big price but also big quality differences.

If they added 10 pt grayscale, gamma, and cms to the GT, that would be even better!
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post #100 of 12554
5/5/12 at 5:10pm
Unfortunately, they need 45 different series in order to compete with a certain "S" manufacturer that also has 45 different series. They need to have a series in each general price category that matches said series, otherwise they would lose customers that are shopping in that range.
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post #101 of 12554
5/5/12 at 5:15pm
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Originally Posted by slimoli View Post

I've never understood why so many different models. They should make the ST and VT only from 42 to 65" and eliminate the U and GT. Big price but also big quality differences.

The consumer should have choice and not be forced into either the bottom model or the top only. Firstly, the GT50 is really the best bang for the buck in regards to getting the best of both worlds, despite what the ST50 fans say. With the GT50 you're getting a lot of what the top of the line offers while staying in the "affordable" price point for many. The main thing that the ST50 has going for it is PQ and for for some people that's not enough, it's still crippled in regards to connectivity, lacks features only found in the GT and VT and while it's all about personal preference the ST50 has a "lower end" toy-like look to it, IMO, while the GT and VT look more professional and let's face it, these things are going in our homes and they are considered furniture.

The UT and U are very important TV's to consider. Some people want just a "TV" while still having one or two of the latest features such as 3D which is what the UT is all about. The U50 is a perfect no frills, no nonsense HDTV and there are people that just want that and nothing else.
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post #102 of 12554
5/5/12 at 6:26pm
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Originally Posted by Normandee View Post

Same as car manufacturers, different engines and specifications so that they appeal to a wider consumer range hence more overall retail sales - simples. If they only made a 65 VT, how many TV's would they sell.....

Did I say they should make one single model and one single size ? Read my post again.
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post #103 of 12554
5/5/12 at 6:33pm
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Originally Posted by slimoli View Post


Did I say they should make one single model and one single size ? Read my post again.

Easy......I did read your post properly the first time and I know you didnt say one size. You asked a question and I provided some feedback that's all.
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post #104 of 12554
5/5/12 at 7:06pm
Hi everyone! I'm new to the forums, and after reading the great reviews of this TV in several places, and seeing one for myself, I was ready to make the purchase of the 55VT50. I'll be picking it up Wednesday or Thursday, so I'll let you know how everything goes when I get my Blu-ray set up and all.
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post #105 of 12554
5/5/12 at 7:26pm
Ordered my 65" VT50 this morning from BB--going to be delivered Thursday morning. We went in planning on ordering a GT, but saw the VT and decided to go for it--we didn't think we'd be able to take wondering how much more we may have liked the VT, and we want to keep it for a few years (hopefully), so what the hey. Here's to the last 5 days of floating blacks!
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post #106 of 12554
5/5/12 at 7:44pm
So has it been confirmed that the brightness limitation will NOT be on the US sets?

Also, I assume the US version will have a THX bright room setting?
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post #107 of 12554
5/5/12 at 7:58pm
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Originally Posted by kevin_mahaney View Post

Ordered my 65" VT50 this morning from BB--going to be delivered Thursday morning. We went in planning on ordering a GT, but saw the VT and decided to go for it--we didn't think we'd be able to take wondering how much more we may have liked the VT, and we want to keep it for a few years (hopefully), so what the hey. Here's to the last 5 days of floating blacks!

Kevin, how about sending me a PM on the price you got and thanks.
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post #108 of 12554
5/5/12 at 8:19pm
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Originally Posted by kevin_mahaney View Post

Ordered my 65" VT50 this morning from BB--going to be delivered Thursday morning. We went in planning on ordering a GT, but saw the VT and decided to go for it--we didn't think we'd be able to take wondering how much more we may have liked the VT, and we want to keep it for a few years (hopefully), so what the hey. Here's to the last 5 days of floating blacks!

I don't see 65 inch on Bestbuy's website? Do they have it in store?
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post #109 of 12554
5/5/12 at 8:20pm
Actual owners: how's the glare in non-batcave rooms?
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post #110 of 12554
5/5/12 at 8:30pm
Those who have purchased the 65VT50 from Magnolia/BBY, do you have a sku? I stopped by my local MHT and they only had a sku for the 55 as they had just received it today.
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post #111 of 12554
5/5/12 at 8:36pm
I was just at Best Buy/Magnolia today, and only saw the 55inch on display, I don't know if they even have the 65 yet. I bought mine today, because it was the last day of their sale.
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post #112 of 12554
5/5/12 at 8:37pm
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Originally Posted by RoyBatty88 View Post

I was just at Best Buy/Magnolia today, and only saw the 55inch on display, I don't know if they even have the 65 yet. I bought mine today, because it was the last day of their sale.

Yeah, I saw the 55 as well. Great looking display. They had it in THX bright room.
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post #113 of 12554
5/5/12 at 8:48pm
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Originally Posted by Fanaticalism View Post

Those who have purchased the 65VT50 from Magnolia/BBY, do you have a sku? I stopped by my local MHT and they only had a sku for the 55 as they had just received it today.

The sku for the 65 is 5025182.
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post #114 of 12554
5/5/12 at 8:49pm
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Originally Posted by curiousdude View Post

I don't see 65 inch on Bestbuy's website? Do they have it in store?

It's not in stores yet, the sku is in my post above--they should be able to order it.
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post #115 of 12554
5/5/12 at 8:55pm
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Originally Posted by kevin_mahaney View Post

The sku for the 65 is 5025182.

Sweet, thanks!
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post #116 of 12554
5/6/12 at 12:53am
The 65 should be online by Monday. It is available to order in-store currently though.
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post #117 of 12554
5/6/12 at 1:34am
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Originally Posted by Speakerphile View Post

The 65 should be online by Monday. It is available to order in-store currently though.

are they charging MSRP for 65 inch or any discount?
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post #118 of 12554
5/6/12 at 2:04am
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Originally Posted by HLdan View Post

The consumer should have choice and not be forced into either the bottom model or the top only. Firstly, the GT50 is really the best bang for the buck in regards to getting the best of both worlds, despite what the ST50 fans say. With the GT50 you're getting a lot of what the top of the line offers while staying in the "affordable" price point for many. The main thing that the ST50 has going for it is PQ and for for some people that's not enough, it's still crippled in regards to connectivity, lacks features only found in the GT and VT and while it's all about personal preference the ST50 has a "lower end" toy-like look to it, IMO, while the GT and VT look more professional and let's face it, these things are going in our homes and they are considered furniture.

The UT and U are very important TV's to consider. Some people want just a "TV" while still having one or two of the latest features such as 3D which is what the UT is all about. The U50 is a perfect no frills, no nonsense HDTV and there are people that just want that and nothing else.

All the experts disagree with you. It's kinda hard to award best bang to a midrange set that has half the features of the VT but still comes with a 30% price increase over the ST. Most on here see those added" features" for what they are, useless bells and whistles. For the useful options like 96hz and CMS you have to go with the VT. Many have also found the chrome trim on the GT too distracting and cheap looking.
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post #119 of 12554
5/6/12 at 5:18am
We ordered our 55 yesterday too. Very excited, set to be delivered Thursday 10th...we are going from an ancient hitachi ultra 50 LCD 720p. Should be a welcomed change. Wasn't sure about the black tie service, bought the 2 year agreement for now, gives you options for 4 when the 2 are up...still seems kind of pricey, especially when I just got 8 years out of an LCD bulb. Maybe I'm due trouble....

Chris
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post #120 of 12554
5/6/12 at 5:19am
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Originally Posted by Kadath View Post

Actual owners: how's the glare in non-batcave rooms?

I have a non batcave room and eager to see this as well...I'll know Thursday.
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