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Old 11-02-2022, 01:52 PM
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Default JVC/Sony 4K Laser Projectors

Hi All,

I am looking for advice on a possible upgrade for my HT projector. I have had a Pioneer Elite Pro-FPJ1 (1080P, 600 lumen, 200w lamp) for quite some time and have the upgrade bug. Last year I took some serious consideration into a JVC DLA-NX7 (4K, 1,900 lumen, 265w lamp), but due to availability and then disinterest, I never followed through. Looking now it appears that both Sony & JVC offer laser projectors in the $6-12k range that I am willing to spend.

Sticking with basically the JVC side, the DLA-NZ7R (4K laser, 2,200 lumens, and motorized lens) appeared to be the better choice for me, but it looks like all JVC projectors are back ordered because of chip shortages.

I looked into Sony as well, and their two models in my price range; VPLXW500ES and the VPLXW600ES (both 4K laser). The manual/standard 4K lens drives me away from the 500ES, so the 600ES with additional lumens (2,500 vs 2,000) and motorized/ACF-lens seems the much better option. Both Sony models also appear to be currently in stock.

I have what I would call a very well light controlled room if need be, and believe my 120” StudioTek 130 G4 screen would be more than OK for pretty much any projector. I’m also thinking the new laser options would be better than lamp (picture, cost of replacement lamps, etc)?

I’m trying to educate myself before making a final decision, so any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated. It seem that JVC or Sony seem to be the brands to stick with. I also plan to try and see some options in person when time becomes available.
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Old 11-02-2022, 05:56 PM
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Ryan… I am very much in Sony’s corner. Aside from being a Sony Platinum dealer, I own the VPLXW600ES and love it.

Of course no one can match my pricing, and I have a network of Professional ISF certified installer/calibration experts nationwide that I work with.
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Reference System: BURMESTER 911MK3 AMP(3), 088 PRE-AMP, 089 CD PLAYER, 100 PHONO PRE-AMP, 948 POWER CONDITIONER, ACCUPHASE DG-68 VOICING EQUALIZER, AVID ACUTUS REFERENCE SP TT, GRAHAM PHANTOM II SUPREME ARM, BENZ MICRO LP-S CART, GRANDIOSO P1X/D1X STACK, G1X RUBIDIUM MASTER CLOCK, N05 NETWORK PLAYER, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, HRS-SXR CUSTOM RACK w/ M3X SHELVES, SONUS FABER AIDA SPEAKERS, JL FATHOM F113v2 SUBS(2) SOUND ANCHOR STANDS(2) WW PLATINUM CABLES

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Old 11-03-2022, 10:04 AM
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This is a high class problem to have. ISF calibration will be the deciding factor in terms of installed performance of either projector. You will be amazed at the difference compared to your old projector.
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Old 11-03-2022, 10:44 AM
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Of course no one can match my pricing, and I have a network of Professional ISF certified installer/calibration experts nationwide that I work with.
Oh boy....looks like you will have a PM on this shortly


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This is a high class problem to have. ISF calibration will be the deciding factor in terms of installed performance of either projector. You will be amazed at the difference compared to your old projector.
I am sure hoping so!
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McIntosh: C2700, MC462, MC8207, MEN220, MX122, MVP901, MPC1500, MXA60, MB20
Streaming: Mac Mini (Tidal, Apple Music)
Speakers: XR100 mains, LCR80 center, Definitive Technology surrounds
Sub: 2x JL Audio Fathom f113's
Projector: Sony VPL-XW6000ES, Lumagen Radiance Pro UltraHD Processor
Screen: Stewart Filmscreen 120" StudioTek 130 G4
Cables: WireWorld
Cooling: AC Infinity (Controller 8 w/ 3x Airplate S9's)
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Old 11-03-2022, 12:44 PM
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I recently bought, and received my Sony projector from Ivan; perfect transaction. Now if my contractors build out went as smooth.
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Old 11-03-2022, 01:30 PM
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I recently bought, and received my Sony projector from Ivan; perfect transaction. Now if my contractors build out went as smooth.
Good to hear. I think everything would be much simpler if handled the way Ivan does Good luck with your project and hopefully we all see some pics here on the site when complete!
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McIntosh: C2700, MC462, MC8207, MEN220, MX122, MVP901, MPC1500, MXA60, MB20
Streaming: Mac Mini (Tidal, Apple Music)
Speakers: XR100 mains, LCR80 center, Definitive Technology surrounds
Sub: 2x JL Audio Fathom f113's
Projector: Sony VPL-XW6000ES, Lumagen Radiance Pro UltraHD Processor
Screen: Stewart Filmscreen 120" StudioTek 130 G4
Cables: WireWorld
Cooling: AC Infinity (Controller 8 w/ 3x Airplate S9's)
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Old 11-03-2022, 06:12 PM
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jvc at $11k and $25k are hard to beat, needs the calibration tho to maximize them
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Old 11-03-2022, 06:16 PM
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Both are choices I'm looking at. A deciding factor for me is 3D. Both do 3D, but I already have 10 or 12 Sony glasses.
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Old 11-04-2022, 01:31 PM
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Well that was fast....Sony VPL-XW6000ES on order....thank you again Mr. Ivan for the call, feedback and unbelievable price! Once the unit arrives and is installed I will chime in. I was planning on watching Top Gun: Maverick this weekend, but will push that until the new projector is ready to roll
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McIntosh: C2700, MC462, MC8207, MEN220, MX122, MVP901, MPC1500, MXA60, MB20
Streaming: Mac Mini (Tidal, Apple Music)
Speakers: XR100 mains, LCR80 center, Definitive Technology surrounds
Sub: 2x JL Audio Fathom f113's
Projector: Sony VPL-XW6000ES, Lumagen Radiance Pro UltraHD Processor
Screen: Stewart Filmscreen 120" StudioTek 130 G4
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Old 11-04-2022, 06:46 PM
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Well that was fast....Sony VPL-XW6000ES on order....thank you again Mr. Ivan for the call, feedback and unbelievable price! Once the unit arrives and is installed I will chime in. I was planning on watching Top Gun: Maverick this weekend, but will push that until the new projector is ready to roll
Ryan… you are most welcome! Your new Sony Projector has already shipped; tracker to follow.
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MX136, MC1.2KW(10) MC2KW(2), MCD1100, MS750(2) MVP881, C1000C/P/T, MPC1500, HT-2 SUBS(2) HT3F(2) WS350(2) XRT2K, XCS2K, XR27(2) XCS350(2) JL GOTHAM v2 SUBS(2) SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, LUMAGEN RADIANCE SCALER, SONY VPH-G90U 4K PROJECTOR, STEWART 120" MOTORIZED SCREEN, CINEMA-TECH SEATING, WW PLATINUM CABLES
Reference System: ACCUPHASE A300 AMPS, C3900 PRE-AMP, DP1000 CD/SACD TRANSPORT, DC1000 DIGITAL PROCESSOR, DG-68 DIGITAL EQUALIZER, T1200 FM STEREO TUNER, PS1230 POWER SUPPLY, HRS-SXR CUSTOM RACK w/ M3X SHELVES, TAD REFERENCE ONE MK2 LOUDSPEAKERS, WW PLATINUM CABLES
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MX150, MC501(2) MC1.2KW(10) MC2301(2) MR88, MVP881, MCD1100, MDA1000, C1000C/P/T, MPC1500, ESOTERIC K-01X 30th ANNIVERSARY (BLACK) SACD/CD PLAYER, G02-X CLOCK, HT3F(2) XRT2K, XCS2K, XR27(2) JL GOTHAM v2 SUBS(2) JL FATHOM F113v2 SUBS(4) SOUND ANCHOR STANDS(2) KALEIDESCAPE STRATO & TERRA SERVERS 80-TB, LUMAGEN RADIANCE SCALER, SONY VPH-G90U 4K PROJECTOR, STEWART 120" SCREEN, SONUS FABER STRADIVARI, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, FORTRESS SEATING, WW PLATINUM CABLES
Analog Rig: CLEARAUDIO INNOVATION WOOD, UNIVERSAL ARM w/ Da VINCI' CART, 2nd UNIVERSAL ARM w/ GOLDFINGER STATEMENT CART, HRS-MXR REFERENCE RACK-GLOSS BLACK w/ M3X SHELVES, AESTHETIX RHEA SIG PHONO-PRE, BRYSTON BHA-1 HEADPHONE AMP, WW PLATINUM CABLES
Reference System: BURMESTER 911MK3 AMP(3), 088 PRE-AMP, 089 CD PLAYER, 100 PHONO PRE-AMP, 948 POWER CONDITIONER, ACCUPHASE DG-68 VOICING EQUALIZER, AVID ACUTUS REFERENCE SP TT, GRAHAM PHANTOM II SUPREME ARM, BENZ MICRO LP-S CART, GRANDIOSO P1X/D1X STACK, G1X RUBIDIUM MASTER CLOCK, N05 NETWORK PLAYER, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, HRS-SXR CUSTOM RACK w/ M3X SHELVES, SONUS FABER AIDA SPEAKERS, JL FATHOM F113v2 SUBS(2) SOUND ANCHOR STANDS(2) WW PLATINUM CABLES

Library System: GRANDIOSO M1 MONOBLOCK AMPS, C1 LINESTAGE PRE-AMP, K1X CD/SACD PLAYER, G1 MASTER RUBIDIUM CLOCK, E02 PHONO-PRE, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, AERIAL ACOUSTICS 20T V2, AERIAL SW12 SUBS(2), CANTON REF K1’s, VPI HRX TT w/ SDS POWER SUPPLY, ORTOFON CADENZA BLACK CART, KLAUDIO RCM, SHUNYATA DENALI 6000/S v2, SHUNYATA OMEGA QR’s, WW PLATINUM CABLES
Esoteric/Bryston System: ESOTERIC C02-X PRE-AMP, P-02X TRANSPORT, D02-X DAC, G02-X CLOCK, BRYSTON 28B3 CUBED MONOBLOCK AMPS(4), BRYSTON BHA-1 HEADPHONE AMP, SHUNYATA DENALI 6000/S v2(2) EVEREST 8000 POWER CONDITIONER(2) ALTAIRA CG & SG HUBS, AMR-DP777-SE DAC, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, TAD REFERENCE ONE MK2 LOUDSPEAKERS, QUADRASPIRE RACK, WW PLATINUM CABLES
Accuphase/Canton System: ACCUPHASE E800 INTEGRATED, DP570 CD/SACD PLAYER, T1200 FM STEREO TUNER, DG-68 VOICING EQUALIZER, PS530 POWER SUPPLY, CANTON REF K3’s, CANTON REF K5’s, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, HRS MXR REFERENCE MAHOGHANY RACK w/ M3X2 SHELVES, WW GOLD CABLES
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