guys i want to buy an dvd writer but i dont know which one to get.i would just like advice on which one to buy, i would like an good one which can burn dvds and cds..ppl tell me the pioneer 106 is good but dont know where it is the cheapest


thanks


madkid88

Well, dual-format is overrated IMHO. DVD-R will cover you for everything and DVD+R will also once the new PS2s arrive. The next aspect to consider is speed. Personally, I think 4x is plenty fast enough atm, especially considering the faster the disc's rated speed, the mroe blanks will cost you. Pioneer gets my vote as a good manufacturer - very happy with my DVR-105. If you want the dual-format just to have it, 106 is a good bet.

U should say what computer & operating system its for otherwise no can answer. 106 should be fine.

Since at least 90% or more of members will agree on the Pioneer 106, I think the only thing left to do is find a good place to buy it. Madkid88 is located in the UK. Does SVP still have any 106's in stock?

no stock at svp but for the extra cash (about £10) the NEC ND2500 might be worth a look

I would still go for the 106 simply since it has been around for a while and they have had a chance to work out the bugs. There is also quite a bit of help available for the 106. The time savings between 8x and 4x is only 7-8 minutes MAX and 8x media costs twice the price of quality 4x media. ;)

You might want to take a look at Optorite DD0401. It burns to both + & - with out a problem.:D It burns 4x + media @ 8x with out a problem. Also Optorite is coming out with a firmware to burn - @ 8x. Nice drive its worth a look. Good luck :hdspin: :round: :hdspin:

thanks guys for the replies,i decided i will have the pionner,but i dont know where to get it from,can some1 help me out on this

Might help if you listed which country you were located in. ;)

im in the UK

I'll start the bidding at £87.54
http://www.savastore.com/category.asp?catalog%5Fname=Savastore&category%5Fname=DVD+Writers&Page=1&pid=1
Steeve.

Originally posted by jesterrace777
Might help if you listed which country you were located in. ;) You know :idea: how about that being a requirement of membership you have to give that information in your profile. :confused: So we don't have to ask that question any more.:round: :hdspin: :round:

Well I don't can't make those kinds of calls here. That is really an administrative decision and not mine. ;)

If you want cheap, officemax.com today:
Khypermedia 8X DVD+RW Drive
Khypermedia Internal DVD+RW Drive 8X. Price shown reflects $20 instant rebate. Additional $10 Instant Rebate will be reflected on the order confirmation page. **THIS OFFER CANNOT BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY OTHER COUPON OFFERS** $50 Mail-In Rebate. Mail-In Rebate Valid 1/18 - 1/24 Only! Limit 1.

Just $69 after rebates.

Try Planet Micro. Their price £79.84 inc vat....just got one to replace my 104.

http://www.planetmicro.co.uk
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Asus 4x Burner DVD+/-R (http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/products/index.html?action=c2hvd19wcm9kdWN0X292ZXJ2aWV3&product_uid=58348) at ebuyer £73.13. If its anywhere near as good as their CDRW drives it'll be superb.:beer:

They're also selling the Mirror 4X (Matsushita/Panasonic) at £64-02 including Vat & postage.

Originally posted by handyguy
If you want cheap, officemax.com today:
Khypermedia 8X DVD+RW Drive
Khypermedia Internal DVD+RW Drive 8X. Price shown reflects $20 instant rebate. Additional $10 Instant Rebate will be reflected on the order confirmation page. **THIS OFFER CANNOT BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY OTHER COUPON OFFERS** $50 Mail-In Rebate. Mail-In Rebate Valid 1/18 - 1/24 Only! Limit 1.

Just $69 after rebates.

Yeah but he is in the UK. ;)

D'oh .......

ebuyer have 1/2 price courier thus w/end

This topic is getting so old that there is a new price range available.