The XBR2 isn't a new model, it was produced in 2001. A year before the 34XBR800 was released. In 2001 there was no 34XBR800. The only sony direct view 16x9 set was the XBR2 which has an ATSC tuner but no DVI. It retailed for some rediculous price of about $4000 or something like that. The price has been dropping pretty steady since the 34XBR800's release.