I've got the LX-70A and it's really gorgeous looking in person. The face is glossy and lights up very subtly, the dials are really smooth and solid feeling. It's sexy and solid feeling at the same time. I really like it.
I just wish there was some kind of trade-up program to get the updated version though, the 70A costs a lot (about £800) so I really can't afford to just sell it and buy the new version.
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Truth Teller @ Jun 25th 2008 4:18PM
F'ugly tank
(surprising they didn't try & pull the 2-tone look to try to disguise it).
The (boxy odd old look) Volvo of the hi-fi world.
It's like decades of electronics miniturisation just never happened.
GenBanks @ Jun 25th 2008 7:13PM
I've got the LX-70A and it's really gorgeous looking in person. The face is glossy and lights up very subtly, the dials are really smooth and solid feeling. It's sexy and solid feeling at the same time. I really like it.
I just wish there was some kind of trade-up program to get the updated version though, the 70A costs a lot (about £800) so I really can't afford to just sell it and buy the new version.
maxpower @ Jun 25th 2008 10:46PM
I think they look quite nice actually. They are a bit on the big side but they look solid and refined, which is what I'd expect from Pioneer gear.
Speaking of f'ugly boxy, here's some set props from the Buck Rogers series:
http://www.satelliteguys.us/voom/CEDIA-2006/Pictures/Toshiba%20HD-A2-XA2.JPG
Truth Teller @ Jun 26th 2008 8:24AM
They're still bulkier than even the old A2.
.....and not a patch on the looks of the 3 series.
Play oldest HD DVD gen(s) v newest Blu-ray gen if you like but it's seriously missing the point.