Toshiba 32WLT68 review

You can choose to disable some of these systems and, although it's difficult to determine the difference they make immediately, we found that leaving them all active provides the best performance. On-screen menus are sensibly organised with a reasonable assortment of interactive settings. The 32WLT68 features only three basic preset picture modes, but comprehensive custom settings include colour management options, a black level enhancer and various noise reduction systems.

Sound options are equally inclusive with an SRS sound menu that includes surround effects, a dialogue enhancer and TruBass low frequency booster. There are also separate bass-management settings that are best used if you've decided to connect the screen to a subwoofer.

The feature count may not be as high as some rival models but it's the underlying technology that impresses most and carries the greatest effect on image quality.

Performance
If you can find this screen for around £1,000 then our advice is to reach for your credit card. At this price point, the 32WLT68 is the finest LCD we've seen from any of this season's latest ranges. Sony's impressive KDL-32V2000 is still our class-leader but you'll need to dig slightly deeper into your pocket for the privilege.

There are not many screens that offer uncompromised performance irrelevant of the type of input source being used. Of course, it's all about high-definition, but analogue connected sources and even TV broadcasts carry the same highly regarded image traits.

Superb black levels instill images with striking detail and bold contrast that create almost tangible realism, which is enhanced by the natural colour balance. Movement is excellent without a trace of smearing or staggering and even with broadcast images there's virtually no interference from digital artefacts or background instability.

Sound performance is not always worth mentioning from the small, standard speakers used by flat screens. This screen, however, features a speaker system designed by audio specialists Onkyo, and the sound carries more weight and expression than typical models. The subwoofer option also means you can enjoy explosive film soundtracks without a separate surround system.

Editor's note: A previous version of this review stated that the Toshiba 32WLT68 had no picture preset modes. This has been corrected.

Edited by Mary Lojkine
Additional editing by Kate Macefield