Sony RDR-VX530

CNET editors' take

• Reviewed by: David Katzmaier
• Reviewed on: 03/16/2006

Quick Take: The Sony RDR-VX530 is a DVD-recorder/VCR combo. Its connectivity is highlighted by a component-video output and a FireWire port. We reviewed last year's similar Sony RDR-VX515, and while we mostly liked it, we found the VHS-to-DVD recording quality to be lackluster. The Sony RDR-VX530 ($350 list) will be available in June. For a list of the top DVD recorder/VCRs we've reviewed, click here.

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• 3/10 Poor July 20, 2006

  by jgaluardi (see profile)

  "Don't expect to record DVD's with this unit." Read more >>

• 5/10 Average October 1, 2006

  by denie77 (see profile)

  "digitally digital" Read more >>

• 4/10 Mediocre January 19, 2007

  by NicksNotes (see profile)

  "A disappointing showingâ?¦" Read more >>

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