I've been using a 2.4X Sony DRU 500 since they first came out. It has updated firmware for the new 4X disks.

I used up the last of my Memorex 4X DVD +R's and couldn't find more. Got some no-name 1-4X blanks. Movie discs burned on these discs showed video drop out and some jerkyness, making them unpleasant to watch. I got some -R 1-4X blanks and the first burn was a coaster.

I went on a broader search for blanks and ended up buying Plextor PX 708A and now I burn good dvd movies on either +R or -R. And now at 4X. Nice.

I'm wondering if the Sony is going south, or possibly if it was damaged when I tried to burn on 4X DVD's before I realized the firmware had to be upgraded.

It still burns but the last burn was a disk with video drop out--looks like pixels that are blank.

This is just a comment on my recent experiences and pleasure at once again being able to reliably burn dvd's.

Good to know. I am expecting Mr. Klaus aka Santa to be dropping off sum kind of DVD Burnr. Haven't been keeping up on the reviews and what's available or teh new ones being released. All personal experiences /nfo is good. Thanks rikytik

I too have the Plextor 708A. The few DVD's I burned on it made solid copies. I am very content with it, not to mention it has dropped in price since it was first released... Now if I could only get my hands on a few 8x DVD+R's to test out. :D

I just love the fact that this drive supports all available formats as well as adding speed to the burning process.

I totally recommend the 708A to anyone looking for a DVD burner. I am sure that there are plenty of other drives out their that are just as good... I chose to go with Plextor because I only had great experiences with them... I upgraded from the 504A to the 708A.

-SlickVic78

Take a look at the notes on this page.

hxxp://www.doom9.org/

I using a pioneer dvdr104 which has given me a pretty good writing experience so far but I may try some other brands eventually. Specs here:http://www.e-tronicdepot.net/html/pioneerdvr104.htm

If you are ready to buy a Plextor, within the next 24hours, this looks like the best price around...


hXXp://newegg.com/app/viewproduct.asp?description=27-131-311&DEPA=1

Anyone know where I can get some 9gb media? :D

/JD

When you find some let me know too JD :P

Me three! :lol:

-SlickVic78

Not sure if this is what you mean peoples.

BUT -> Supposedly the "EVD" can be used to broadcast at high def. :):):):)

Though I have yet to see either a player for this, nor a single blank media. :(

Hello Oldbunny

Welcome to BetaOne

My DVD burner is only 1x so it takes about 45 minutes to burn a full cd :(

I got my Nec ND-2500A 8x DVD burner with MultiRead capability

for a christmas gift from my fiance and i can higly req this burner

I have only burned 4x media with it but non have failed so far

I used Verbatin 4x and Memorex 4x at full speed

check out this site for more details
http://www.nec.se/templates/NEC_News...gu=1&item=4881


PittPull

Great. Next year I will finally be in the market right when dual layer should be common place. Dual layer will be a blessing. Hopefully it will take a while for EVD to gain market share though. Of course you wouldn't find a drive or media for it for a while. It was just unveiled!

Neat replies. Thanks. btw, I bought a Plextor 708A and now I don't have to worry about my finicky 2.4X Sony. Love my Plextor, but, pitpull makes me jealous with his 8X, though I hear 16X might be in the offing. Like WoW!