Best DVD Recorder to buy under $500

[blaineo]

I am looking for a dvd recorder under $500 that will do just about everything. The main features I am looking for are that it works with my direct tv dvr and can use almost every format including multi region playback. HELP!!

[digitalfreaknyc]

I don't think there are any multi-region playback features on any recorders so you're probably SOL for that requirement.

[renaldow]

I don't think there are any multi-region playback features on any recorders so you're probably SOL for that requirement.

I believe the CH 1600 and the LiteOn 5005 have multiregion capabilities.

[digitalfreaknyc]

I believe the CH 1600 and the LiteOn 5005 have multiregion capabilities.

OK sorry. if you want a DECENT recorder that's multi-region, you're SOL :)

[Spiky]

http://www.220-electronics.com/dvd/intrecorder.htm

Doubt it is like a nice Panny EH50 or Pioneer 533, though. Incidentally, most decent recorders are now under $500, like these 2 I mentioned.

[blaineo]

Thanks for the help. Were gettinghere. Another main feature I am looking for is being able to record on the most formats DVD-,DVD+,DVDRW etc etc.

[digitalfreaknyc]

I'll probably be buying my second machine next month. Sony is coming out with a 160GB dual-layer recorder that upconverts to 1080i. I believe it also works with all formats. To me, the only thing missing is being region free but that's what I have my malata for.

[Spiky]

That's what I'm waiting for. Dual layer. But I'm not jumping on any of the first couple.

[digitalfreaknyc]

There have already been pioneer model(s) that incorporate dual-layer recording.

But know that it's DVD-DL which is different from DVD+DL which has been out for a while now. The discs just came out.

[Spiky]

Yep. That and other bleeding edge issues (like price) is why I'm waiting. I picked up a Panny ES10 for something to replace my VCR, but that is just a stopgap purchase.

My coworker does burning on his PC. His first attempt at DL was not great. Even my Denon 2900 had a 3-5 second pause at the layer change. I haven't researched it, but I'm sure others have done better when recording.

[digitalfreaknyc]

Yep. That and other bleeding edge issues (like price) is why I'm waiting. I picked up a Panny ES10 for something to replace my VCR, but that is just a stopgap purchase.

My coworker does burning on his PC. His first attempt at DL was not great. Even my Denon 2900 had a 3-5 second pause at the layer change. I haven't researched it, but I'm sure others have done better when recording.

Never had any problems with any of my PC dual-layer recordings. All work perfectly on my Malata. But my panasonic DVD recorder won't even acknowledge them.

[Numanoid]

I'll probably be buying my second machine next month. Sony is coming out with a 160GB dual-layer recorder that upconverts to 1080i. I believe it also works with all formats. To me, the only thing missing is being region free but that's what I have my malata for.Do you know what the model number is?

[digitalfreaknyc]

Do you know what the model number is?
RDR-HX715

[Spiky]

Never had any problems with any of my PC dual-layer recordings. All work perfectly on my Malata. But my panasonic DVD recorder won't even acknowledge them.
So, are you saying there's no layer change pause at all?

[blaineo]

Ok we seem to be getting off the topic a little. So what is the best DVD recorder available right now for under $500 with the most options?

[Spiky]

Sorry about being off topic. Check this out:
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=567141

Probably the one I'd buy if I wasn't waiting for dual layer. If you haven't looked through there, that forum has lots of discussion and comparisons.