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You think the same thought every time your VCR eats a tape or ends up in the repair shop: There has to be a better way. DVD recorders can do everything your old, tape-based machine can, and the resulting discs are smaller, more durable, and much cooler than bulky cassettes. Best of all, many of the basic models barely cost more than regular DVD players. -- David Katzmaier, senior editor Editors' Top DVD decks:
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Basic DVD recorders| DVD/VHS recorders | DVD/hard disk recorders | Portable DVD playersRelated top products: DVRs (TiVo) | Televisions | Home audio products |
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Panasonic DMR-ES20S
Released: 11/29/2005 |
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Panasonic's entry-level DMR-ES20 DVD recorder offers excellent recording quality and easy camcorder dubbing, but its editing features fall short.
Specs: DVD recorder , Tabletop , Remote control , Stereo , Silver , 7.9 lbs
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Lite-On LVW-5005
Released: 02/15/2004 |
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The Lite-On LVW-5005 provides no-frills DVD recording at an affordable price.
Specs: DVD recorder , Remote control , Stereo , 8.8 lbs
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Pioneer DVR-233-S
Released: 03/01/2005 |
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While delivering a good user interface and slick design, this entry-level recorder falls a couple features short of the competition.
Specs: DVD recorder , Remote control , Stereo
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