Sony RDR-VX555 DVD/VCR Combo

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The Sony RDR-VX555 DVD/VCR Recorder Combo Player is a quality multi-format DVD/VCR recorder combo that offers great features at an affordable price. Your current DVD library will look and sound better than ever before, because the RDR-VX555 is a progressive-scan player capable of upconverting your DVDs to a 720p/1080i high-definition experience. Record your favorite home movies onto DVD-R/W and DVD+R/W discs with a choice of 8 different recording speeds. In addition, the Sony RDR-VX555 features a Hi-Fi stereo VCR, that utilizes a 19-micron 4-head drum, ensuring high-quality variable bit-rate VHS recording (7 speeds). Also, enjoy the awesome power of Dolby Digital and DTS audio decoding, DV (IEEE) front-input, and HDMI output. With multi-format playback capabilities, connectivity to virtually any A/V source, coaxial digital audio output, 2-Way One-Touch Dubbing (bi-directional), and 8 hour recording capability, your entertainment choices are endless with the Sony RDR-VX555.

Specification	Description
Model	RDR-VX555, RDRVX555
UPC	027242708808
Heads	4 x Video - Stereo
Select	DVD / VCR Combos

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4.0

I love this combo!

"This was so easy to set up even I could do it (good with computers but not so much with video/audio equipment). I still have to keep the guide by my side until I learn all the bells and whistles, but it's worth it. The first day I set it up I made a DVD recording direct from the tv and the quality was awesome. I find some of the VCR recordings are not as good as they should be, hence my 4 stars. But I only reco..." Read Full Review »

May 21, 2008 by Carol M

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3.0

Not good picture quality

"Just not that good picture quality during the trasfer. Plus the recording speed never worked,I messd up 3 disked before I gave up on that feature, and I did just what the manual said. I am switching to the Panasonic before my take back time expires...." Read Full Review »

Dec 05, 2007 by Tom

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5.0

"This device reads and writes on all currently available DVD's (+'s and -'s)and CD's, including dual layered DVD's; of course it will not use Blue Ray or similar media. The quality of the recorded image is as good as the original or better (it can be enhanced through video playback options available …" Read Full Review »

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Digital upscaling is amazing.

★★★★★

5.0

"My dad still watches his old movies in VHS. I'm surprised they still work. A lot of them seemed to have began deteriorating with static on the bottom half of the screen. I thought it was all of the tapes getting old, but after I bought him this player...in an effort to transition him to dvds... i …" Read Full Review »

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SONY is the only way to go!!!

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5.0

"An excellent product, SONY has once again proved that they make some of the best equipment around. I have used the same in both the Panasonic and the LG brands, and found them both wanting, but this unit works well, and is easy to opperate. Be aware that this model does not have a TV tuner, so you …" Read Full Review »

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Exquisitely well designed all around

★★★★★

5.0

"Intuitively placed remote buttons. Remote operates basic functions of my other-brand TV so I only need one remote for watching videos. Clear, easy to navigate menus give access to all options. Front panel connections and buttons are smartly hidden behind opaque, flip-down bezel. DVD drive plays …" Read Full Review »

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