Plasma Screens vs. Sony Grand Wega tri-LCD?

Not sure if you have considered the Loewe Aconda, but if I had to get a non projection unit that would be it. In your price range it seems a no brainer to me, if you can look into them I am sure you will be pleased.
Tim

I don't know for a fact, I'm just relaying the info it was given to me. Plasma's will last for ever.....as long as you are gentle with them and don't move them around.

Have you ever seen a Ronco plasma? Nothing compares. The picture will take you to another dimension. I have not seen the Sony you speak of, but will check one out soon.

just a little info from my local Tweeter dealer. He told me the 3 bulbs in the Grand wega have a lifetime of 1800 hours and a replacement cost of $500 apiece. To me, the blacks were really washed out. It reminded me of first generation plasmas. I think once you get over the size, that the rest of the package will leave you dissapointed. Not to promising. Also Plasma screens do not have an unlimited lifetime. Most are rated for 50% luminance output between 20k-30k hours. The Ronco is a great screen, but there are several new 3rd generation models with outstanding pictures and great prices. Fujitsu has a new 50" that just blew me away. You should see quite a few 50" models coming in near the price of the Grand Smegma now and in the near future.