Definately Plasma. If you are sitting directly in front of a DLP the picture gets dark. Plasma gives you a beautiful picture and the price fits right into your budget.
Initially just wanted a plasma TV. After visiting Best Buy, Fry's, Circuit and a local spot I now know that I have 3 options.
LCD, plasma and DLP
For me it seems that it will be between DLP and plasma. I am looking for something between 37-50". I am looking to spend under $5K total, including warranty.
I have read a few online things and a few threads here.
I plan on going back to bother someone at Best Buy in the very near future, but will probably not buy a TV for at least another month.
Any suggestions would be great.

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