Typical price: £1,200
What is it: Ultra-thin 42-inch, 1080p LCD TV
What we think: A visually impressive TV with ultra-compact styling and great picture and sound quality
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 15 May 2008
Tags: JVC, JVC LT-42DS9, Paris Hilton, LCD, picture quality
We like:
Picture quality; surprisingly good sound; styling
We don't like:
Backlight is patchy; price is too high; inputs not convenient or numerous
Also known as:
JVC LT-42DS9BJ
You might also need:
Blu-ray player; HD television service
CNET UK judgement:
The JVC LT-42DS9 isn't a bad TV. Unfortunately, its great styling and decent sound and picture are let down by a dodgy backlight and high price
Full review:
We recently took a long hard look at the Toshiba Regza 40ZF355D, a TV with an ultra-thin bezel and came away incredibly impressed. Now JVC has arrived on the scene with its LT-42DS9, hoping to nick Toshiba's slim-line crown. Continue Reading...
JVC LT-42DS9 History
8 May 2008 in Crave
JVC LT-42DS9: Zomg! Look how thin it is!
If you're into thin, we can't help but think you'll get very excited when you see the JVC LT-42DS9, which is thin in every dimension
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