Best progressive scan DVD player for under 1500???

Sony's 9000ES is the best picture I've seen. The build quality is excellent and it does pass the below black level IRE 0, when set up to do so. You can set the below black level to black (which might be the default--so you have to change it when you get your unit). While I haven't done a direct comparison to the others, I can say the picture quality on this unit is very impressive. I must also let you know that I do not use it in progressive scan as I use a Faroudja outboard processor that only accepts interlaced inputs (except for the bipass for HDTV).

Hi Zexxtool,

I would recommend the Sony 9000es, it has an excellent picture and it also can also play SACD's.

Or you could get a Pioneer Elite DV-38A and be able to play DVD-audio as well.

Just my 2cents, Brian

You already have a Toshiba TV so go with the awesome SD 9200 DVD player.
I find it has the best picture that I have ever seen plus it plays regular cd's as good as most high priced cd players.
Retail was $2000 but Toshiba just dropped the retail price to $1500 and you can buy it for less than that.
This unit weighs 31 lbs, takes an upgraded powercord, and the build quality is impressive.

Hi Zexxtool,
Check out the DVD player comparison at the site below.
http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_8_3/dvd-benchmark-progressive-shootout-2-8-2001.html
Happy listening and l@@king!