LG DV1000

The first impressions that I got when lifting this out of the box it arrived in, was that LG had gome for functionality over looks. This may be a good or bad thing, depending on what you're after, I suppose. The actual machine is rather bulky, not the smallest player on the world. The front of the player is divided into two clear sections, the silver top half, with the DVD tray and the VHS slot, and the bottom half is the black strip, that contains a multitude of silver buttons, and the display. The machine somehow felt flimsily built, so I don't think the build quality is great. One thing ... more

The first impressions that I got when lifting this out of the box it arrived in, was that LG had gome for functionality over looks. This may be a good or bad thing, depending on what you're after, I suppose. The actual machine is rather bulky, not the smallest player on the world. The front of the player is divided into two clear sections, the silver top half, with the DVD tray and the VHS slot, and the bottom half is the black strip, that contains a multitude of silver buttons, and the display. The machine somehow felt flimsily built, so I don't think the build quality is great. One thing ... more

I have had this for nearly 3 years and It is still going strong. Never had any problems with it. If any one is still looking to get a VHS player I would certainly recommend it. The facility to copy DVD's on to VHS is easy to do. Just one press of a button on the machine or the remote. It also allows you to watch DVD and tape a television program at the same times which can be useful. The DVD playback is not bad not crystal clear if you look at it up very close but at the moment I am happy to stick with it as I do not see any dramatic picture improvement in any newer standard model DVD players ... more

I purchased my LG DV-1000 from Argos around a year ago, especially for the Fellowship of the Rings extended DVD (what a geek!) - But as I live in a fairly small flat, I didn't want 2 machines taking up space, when I could get 1 for a good price. In fact, it only cost me £110 from Argos. The first thing you notice with a DVD player is what it looks like, and this one is pretty smart looking, in my opinion. Silver, shiny and reflective. Secondly, you have to set the thing up, and setting this up was made simple by a clear consice instruction manual, and uncomplicated on screen menus. A bonus is ... more