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All in all I give this TV 5 stars from an extremely satisfied customer. The styling of this set is also by far the best looking television I have ever seen. All I can say is that I am extremely glad with my purchase. I did not purchase this set from amazon, but their service is always incredible. Of course high definition sources (HD cable, PS3 Bluray) look incredible, but the standard definition content from the cable box also looks VERY good. I just bought this Bravia XBR a week ago BRAND NEW (6/3/09), and I have to say I am absolutely 100% satisfied with my purchase.
I was initially considering a newer XBR and also a Panasonic G10 plasma set. The newer XBR models just don't have the style of this set with the floating glass perimeter. I have been researching televisions for over a year now anticipating a purchase. I am not sure what they put in these generations of XBR TV's, but it works. Do yourself a favor and buy one of these sets (any size, XBR4 or 5) before they are all gone. I loved this model of TV from the first time my uncle had bought his 52" version.
I used custom settings found from an online forum for these model of XBR's and couldn't be happier with the results.
They are incredible to deal with. Incredible picture with not a single adjustment.Hopefully I can write this same review in another 16 months. I'm just going to say that after 16 months there are still programs and sporting events that come on that prompt me to say "WOW.". From initial order right through delivery. What's more, I've never had a single issue with the set, so I am hoping the money I spent for the extended in-home service plan turns out to be a complete waste. I would buy this TV all over again.
So I'm not going to go into the technical details. Also, kudos to Amazon. Paid $2,499 for it in January 2008, which at the time, was $800 cheaper than 2 very popular brick and mortar places. Once the satellite installer set up the HD (had analog prior)that was it. Probably the best service provider I ever dealt with. As much as I appreciate a great picture, I am no audio/videophile.
The clarity and detail are amazing.
I will definitely buy the extended warrany this time. They should have replaced it No Charge. They did give me a good price on a replacement unit.
Thought I was buying top of the line and found out that a 1 year warranty was my downfall. Called Sony and was told that the warranty did not extend beyond 1 year for any reason. Loved the TV until it failed.
After complaining (respectfully) for a period of time I was referred to the customer relations department. Not what you expect from Sony though. The LCD screen became fuzzy and had double and triple images.
Took it into authorized repair where the repair was going to cost $2000.00.
The repair estimate is $2200. Purchased the KDL-46XBR4 in Sep '07 and thought I could forgo the extended warranty because Sony was a great brand.After 18 months the LCD is failing and Sony was very quick to tell me that it's out of warranty.
Geat TV. I have owned this for 12months now, and must say, it is truly a great TV. I have modified the picture with settings off of AVSforum, and can't imagine a better pic.
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