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Author:  Guest [ 30 Aug 2013, 01:05 ]
Post subject:  Hello from Charleston SC
Thought Id introduce myself.

Im not particularly wealthy, but I like piddling around with vintage A/V gear. I just loaded up on VCRs. Now onto LD. Ive decided to follow the herd to the Pio D703/704 and Panny LX900/600.

I love buying equipment that sold new for thousands of dollars for peanuts!

Any recommendations for calibration discs and also movie pressings that really show off the format?
Author:  benmbe [ 30 Aug 2013, 11:19 ]
Post subject:  Re: Hello from Charleston SC
Good morning escapevelocity,

Like the user name :thumbup:

Welcome to the forum and hope that you are well sir

Calibration Disc: Laserdisc Essentials is a good place to start.
Picture Quality: Toy Story / MATRIX / THIN RED LINE / LOST IN SPACE / STAR WARS / MEN IN BLACK 1 and many others, obviously this depends on the sort of material that you prefer.

Please browse topic: What Have you been watching, also a member called Laserbite has posted many screen shot's of Laserdisc transfer's, this Gentleman has also got the good measuring equipment and takes pride in sharing his findings.

Of course there are many other Knowledgeable members here who have a wealth of experience, so I am confident that you will have most if not all of your questions answered in time.

I hope this give you some help.

Kind Regards

:thumbup: :D
Author:  firehorse_44 [ 31 Aug 2013, 01:11 ]
Post subject:  Re: Hello from Charleston SC
Welcome to the LDDB Forum escapevelocity !

Several titles that pop into mind to blow your sox off regarding LD playback -

- SCREAMERS - Japanese versions(there are two) either one is prime.

- StarShip Troopers - US or Japanese pressings have epic sound / Visual beauty....

- Phantom Menace - Late release Japanese Import shows off the wonder and glory of LD Technology....

Anyone else willing to throw their hat in here ......................
Author:  Guest [ 31 Aug 2013, 03:09 ]
Post subject:  Re: Hello from Charleston SC
I have wide ranging tastes in film. Plus I love music concerts. I love Sci Fi and Fantasy. Period historical dramas. Musicals. Horror. Classics.

Is CAV the way to go....less disc changing with CLV seems VERY appealing.
Author:  firehorse_44 [ 31 Aug 2013, 03:44 ]
Post subject:  Re: Hello from Charleston SC
escapevelocity wrote:
I have wide ranging tastes in film. Plus I love music concerts. I love Sci Fi and Fantasy. Period historical dramas. Musicals. Horror. Classics.

Is CAV the way to go....less disc changing with CLV seems VERY appealing.



A matter of opinion...... in my opinion !
Both features have their pros and cons however the added functions in cav mode do strike a chord in my heart.

Also check out -

- "Contact" either US or Japanese versions
- "Braveheart" US or Japanese versions

Sound and Video standouts ..... also in my opinion....
Author:  Guest [ 31 Aug 2013, 04:07 ]
Post subject:  Re: Hello from Charleston SC
Hey, thanks everybody.

Additionally, Im not interested in fancy surround sound tracks. Im a old school stereo, kind of guy. Just adding info.

Contact and Braveheart are two of my favorite films.
Author:  tpgb12 [ 31 Aug 2013, 16:37 ]
Post subject:  Re: Hello from Charleston SC
Welcome! I'm glad to find out I'm not the only one in South Carolina to have Laserdiscs. I'm from Walterboro. :)
Author:  Guest [ 31 Aug 2013, 17:29 ]
Post subject:  Re: Hello from Charleston SC
Edisto Island!
Author:  Guest [ 06 Sep 2013, 02:49 ]
Post subject:  Re: Hello from Charleston SC
The last Panasonic LX900 sold on Aug 8th on eBay, from Pelzer, SC! Drats!
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