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Customer Reviews for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
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Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Model: 42RV530U
SKU: 8753743
UPC: 022265001202
This 42" flat-panel LCD HDTV features DynaLight backlight control to monitor the brightness of each video frame for enhanced image performance. It also uses a CineSpeed panel for 8 ms response times that ensure clear high-action images.
Average Customer Rating:
4.5
out of 5
(66 Reviews) 66
Rating Snapshot 66 reviews
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4 stars
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3 stars
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92% of customers would recommend this product to a friend
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Customer Reviews for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Review 1 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Great tv for a great price
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: happycouple
from Wichita, KS
on 09/17/2008
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0
Features
5.0
I went into a couple electronics stores that have a wall of lcd and plasma tv's to compare and I simply looked for the one that had the best picture quality, then looked at size and price to find one that would fit for me. This was the tv I picked at all locations as having the best picture, the right size for the room it is in and by far the best price. I am very happy with this tv, it is awesome. I don't think you will find a better tv for the price, I liked this one better that tv's that cost hundreds more. Highly recommend.
What's great about it: Very bright and vivid picture, great quality
What's not so great: no digital audio inputs, does have digital audio out
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 2 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
best for gaming
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: doorbell
from Portland
on 09/16/2008
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Features
4.0
this is probably the best TV i have ever bought. I have had Panasonic, and Samsung before but neither of them had the same picture and sound quality as my Toshiba. the price was great in compare to other brands that offer similar quality. this TV is Great for gaming since it has a gaming mode that minimizes the delay.
What's great about it: high quality, good price,
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 3 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Simply Wonderful
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: seabird
from new york,ny
on 09/13/2008
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Features
4.0
Toshiba TV is just as good as Sony or Samsung TV.I have purchased 4 different brands of TV in 15 years,the only one that still working is TOSHIBA TV,the color is still so sharp after all these years.With my other TV,the color just got faded.
What's great about it: Great color and sound
What's not so great: TV shape too simple
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 4 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
best bang for the buck
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: robr669
on 09/08/2008
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0
Features
5.0
i purchased this set a couple of months ago and have been more than impressed with it. i was looking at plasmas but i have just heard to many bad things so stuck with lcd. the picture right out of the box is great, i did however tweak it a bit just because thats usualy what i do. all sources look great especially xbox 360 and ps3. lot of people complain about the sound, you dont buy these thin lcd tvs and expect 5.1 surround, you get them then hook them up to a reciever or like me since its a bed room set up a sound bar & subwoofer. best tv for the money. i would definetly recomend.
What's great about it: crisp picture
What's not so great: viewing angle could be better
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 5 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Happy With It
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: Germ
on 09/03/2008
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0
Features
4.0
I compared alot of TV's online and in various stores. I liked the side by side picture better on some of the Sony's, but otherwise the Toshiba looked better than the others. Sound is OK but not great. One tip I have is to move the set away from the wall to improve its sound.
My wife liked the low profile form; even though it is 42" it is about the overall size of a 38".
My wife liked the low profile form; even though it is 42" it is about the overall size of a 38".
What's great about it: Nice Picture and Good Value
What's not so great: Sound
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 6 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Good Picture But Bad Features
Customer Rating
2.0
Posted by: pbensh77
from Virginia
on 08/28/2008
Picture Quality
4.0
Sound Quality
2.0
Features
1.0
Hooked up my new HDMI capable xbox360 to this TV. Good picture quality, however, when running the optical cable to my receiver (which does not have any HDMI inputs) I do not get a digital, surround sound signal. Called Toshiba and they tell me the TV is not designed to do that. Called Sony and Samsung and they say of course all their TVs do that, why would they not. Toshiba told me to buy a new receiver and run the HDMI through that in order to get my 1080p and 5.1 surround sound. HA! I don't want a new receiver, so I am stuck using 1080i component cables in order to keep the 5.1 digital surround sound. I could have saved myself some money and got a 1080i TV or spent a little more on a Samsung or Sony that would give me the 'expected' and even 'normal' capabilities that should have been included with this one.
What's great about it: Good Picture
What's not so great: Digital Audio Out does not output digital audio signal
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 7 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
If you like sports, get this tv
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: DavidH
from NH
on 08/21/2008
I researched a lot of LCD's in or around this price range. Did a ton of homework but the reviews of many others before me on this tv, and the vibrant colors that showed in the storeroom are what sold me. This tv is pretty sweet. If you like watching a lot of sports then it's perfect. I've watched the Olympics non stop on this thing and it's been awesome. Sox, Pats, colors look tight. You'll need to go through the Picture settings to get everything right but the end product is worth it. Throw in the fact that when you take it out of the box at home you'll laugh at how much bigger it seems than in the store (42"). Invest in a decent surround system and you won't want to miss a sporting event. Hope this helps.
What's great about it: Clear pic, bright vibrant color
What's not so great: none
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 8 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Very good TV for the money
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: dvmaprezson
from Wilmington, DE
on 08/15/2008
I bought this tv recently at Best Buy and got a pretty good deal on it at 850. For what I spent, I don't think I would have been able to do better, really. It's a top-notch 1080p tv without a top-notch price. I currently have my computer, xbox 360, and digital cable running through my receiver into here, and despite having to use component wires there (RGB) the quality is still great. My PS3 runs through HDMI direct to the TV, and while the video is pretty good, it really lacks in the sound quality department, which will lead to me spending a nice chunk of change to upgrade my reciever to one that supports HDMI.
All in all, this is a very solid TV for the HD fan on a budget. I'd gladly recommend this set to family and friends that ask about it.
All in all, this is a very solid TV for the HD fan on a budget. I'd gladly recommend this set to family and friends that ask about it.
What's great about it: Clear picture, many HDMI inputs, easy to use.
What's not so great: Poor sound quality.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 9 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Top Performance for Bottom Dollar
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: CubFan87
from Saint Louis, MO
on 08/10/2008
I feel no remorse at all after purchasing this TV. I did a lot of research and review after review led me to this gem. If you buy this you will not be disappointed. As for HD signals, this TV is as good as any HDTV I have seen. After adjusting a few settings, this picture is absolutely brilliant. Also a perfect size for a medium sized room. With SD content, it displays it as good as I have seen andy LCD display. Of course SD content looks better on a standard TV, but as for LCD, this is the cream of the crop. There are some really useful features for channel surfing, and the menus are very easy to use. I hooked up my XBOX 360 with the component cables, not HDMI, but it still looks very crisp and clear. I only gave this 4 stars because I can't yet give testimony to the durability, but so far so good after about a month. Audio is not great but a home theater system will be my next purchase. If you aren't picky about sound, it might not be a problem for you. If you are looking for a top notch LCD but don't want to spend top dollar, this TV is for you and it should not disappoint!
What's great about it: Price, performance, features
What's not so great: Audio not great
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 10 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Great Picture - OK Audio
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: BestBuysBest
from Staten Island, New York
on 08/08/2008
I would have to agree with the previous review, it's a great tv but experienced a similar issue with the audio. The volume seems to be a little off as if the speakers are in the back of the TV. Otherwise - it's a great TV, the picture quality is excellent. I would definitely recommend this tv to friends and family.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 11 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Great Investment
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: ucstacey
on 08/06/2008
We love this TV. We bought the waranty package that covers any repairs that need to be made to the TV, but we haven't had to use it. We were worried that the pixels would burn out, but we've had the TV for 1 year and so far so good. The only thing is that the sound does not live up to the amazing picture quality. We bought a home theater system and hooked it up to get better sound.
What's great about it: Great quality
What's not so great: Sound is sub par
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 12 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Excellent Value
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: oaks88
from Concord, NC
on 07/22/2008
This is a great LCD TV - 1080p quality for an excellent price. In looking at the competitive TVs that typically cost hundreds more, I can't figure out what would make them worth the extra $$. We've had our Toshiba Regza for a little over two months now, and we are very happy with it.
What's great about it: Clear picture, excellent HD presentation
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 13 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Toshiba LCD
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: AK925
from Columbus, OH
on 07/22/2008
Great picture. HD looks amazing with the shiny black frame to contrast against it. A definite purchase for a bachelor(ette) pad. Also would be a great graduation gift.
What's great about it: Quality
What's not so great: none
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 14 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
very satisfied customer
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: herc268
from Warwick, R.I.
on 07/21/2008
Got it home and hooked it up in less than 5 minutes. HDMI hookup ( 1 of 4 ) was a snap. I was watching my favorite baseball team in HD and was blown away with the picture. I must say that I really don't watch much television, but it is getting really easy to become a " couch potato " with this television.
What's great about it: great picture / great value
What's not so great: sound is a little weak
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 15 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Great Product!!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: aberardi
from Phoenix, AZ.
on 07/20/2008
For the price, it doesnt get much better than the Regza. Sharp picture and plenty of connection options to please any level of television watcher.
What's great about it: Large screen, great performance
What's not so great: Not enough time to use it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 16 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
good tv
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: farscape
on 07/20/2008
it looks good with everything that i hook up to it. the picture freeze function is really useless. i have surround sound and a dvd up converter which looks really good. the only thing that i found bad was the sound. the speakers aren't very strong.
What's great about it: good color and plenty of inputs.
What's not so great: the sound isn't really good. if you want better sound you will need a home theater.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 17 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Great for the price!!!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Anonymous
from Colorado
on 07/05/2008
Bought this TV 3 days ago, looked at previous reviews from other customers. Compared TV too, Samsung, Sony and Sharp. For the cost and features this TV is very close to the Big-3. If you want a good TV at a good price pick this up you won't be disapointed.
What's great about it: 1080p, Price, Size, Style, Tilt Screen!!!
What's not so great: None Yet
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 18 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Outstanding viewing angles
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Shoes58
from Chicago, IL
on 07/05/2008
I have found this TV to be better than I expected. It's difficult to compare screens in the store, so I did a lot of research before buying. This model had so many good reviews, I looked at it first. It had a better picture, to my eye, than some others at this size and price point. There were less expensive 42" models, but I found their pictures less impressive than this one. As I don't yet have HD service (I soon will), I found the SD picture far surperior to what I have had in the past. Old black and white movies are supurb on this set. I have not seen any motion blur yet. Plenty of inputs. VERY wide angle of view, both L/R and high/low. I am extremely happy with this purchace and would recommend this set without reservation.
What's great about it: Great picture, view angle, value to price ratio
What's not so great: Programmable remote only turns cable box on and off.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 19 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
great purchase
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: roy24
from pgh, pa
on 07/04/2008
very good purchase. will be used for the bedroom. my question is.....whats the contrast ratio??? beautiful looking tv...
What's great about it: picture quality
What's not so great: contrast ratio & trying to program tv into cable box remote
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 20 for Toshiba REGZA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Great Tv Value
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: TheDonRules
from DC
on 07/03/2008
I purchased this tv as my first HDTV after extensive research. This tv has lived up to the price and quality. I installed this TV to a wall mount and the fact that the back was flat, it was easy to mount the brackets. The tv being only 42 lbs made me feel more secure about the mounting.
The TV has fantastic picture quality on all HD sources, and from others i have seen, has a better viewing quality for non HD sources. The ability to expand the picture on non-HD sources is nice and while im sure is standard, was a nice feature.
The PC input is great and the tv has plenty of expansion slots for up to 4 HDMI cables.
I would recommend this TV over some of the samsungs that are 40" and the same price or more
The TV has fantastic picture quality on all HD sources, and from others i have seen, has a better viewing quality for non HD sources. The ability to expand the picture on non-HD sources is nice and while im sure is standard, was a nice feature.
The PC input is great and the tv has plenty of expansion slots for up to 4 HDMI cables.
I would recommend this TV over some of the samsungs that are 40" and the same price or more
What's great about it: Crisp picture, Decent sound, light for an LCD, lots of inputs
What's not so great: none...so far
I would recommend this to a friend!
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