Toshiba SD-472

Advantages: No Problem Disc
Disadvantages: None

...I am very happy with my Toshiba. At first I had a samsung 709 which gave me lots of problems, the final straw was when i had to take it back for another upgrade, so I took it back and had it changed for a Toshiba and I have never had a problem since. The Toshiba has a great picture and the sound is excellent. It can be chipped to play R1 ( One already done is on sale at Richard Sounds)and I have never had a problem Disc. BUY ONE... Read review

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Advantages: Multi Region, Good picture, slim, durable
Disadvantages: No Scart, not a recorder

...DVD was launched commercial over 10 years ago. The major manufacturers made the mistake of not licensing the technology appropriately and subsequently the cost of DVD players has fallen dramatically within the past 5 years. Some people may find it hard to justify the cost of a DVD player when they can picked up for £30, but I am going to write this review to communicate the advantages of having a medium range quality DVD player. So firstly, why Toshiba? Toshiba have an excellant reputation for producing quality products for a great price. There are some manufacturers such as Sony, that in my opinion rely too much on their brand image to sell the good. Toshiba both provide an excellant product, more importantly quality and value. 'What hifi' have for many years ranked Toshiba as the best budget DVD player, and the Toshiba SD340E itself... Read review

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Advantages: Great Product
Disadvantages: Modification needed for Region Free

...Despite what another review says on this site the Toshiba 2109 does NOT play anything other than Region 2 DVDs unless you buy a "Chipped" model that has disabled the region checking. These modification chips can also be bought and fitted after purchase. This costs about £30 and involves opening up the until and soldering about 6 wires in place. Considering that you can get DVDs much earlier and cheaper from the US this is a worthwhile mod. Totally satified with my Toshiba 2109 which I have had for just over a year.... Read review

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