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Though user reviews remain scarce, lots of experts have weighed in on the 47-inch LG 47LG60. CNet.com is one of the most prolific reviewers of LCD TVs, and one of the more critical when it comes to this TV. Sound & Vision and PC Magazine, on the other hand, bestow Scarlet with praise and awards. The most in-depth review can be found at Ultimate AV, though non-technophiles might find themselves overwhelmed with information.

Black levels that are lighter than the very best performers leave some reviewers lukewarm, but others heap nothing but praise on the distinctively styled LG 47LG60 HDTV. Nicknamed Scarlet by the maker, the bright red cabinet and piano-black bezel make a statement even when this 47-inch TV is turned off. But color also lies at the heart of what makes the 47LG60 so noteworthy — as in accurate colors and near-perfect grayscale, either out of the box or after some tweaking. Speaking of tweaking, tons of video controls will keep fiddlers obsessed for hours. Outstanding signal processing for HD and SD material is another strong plus. Among other LCD TVs in the same class, the Samsung LN46A650 (*est. $1,515) has better black levels, but a more reflective screen that could be a problem in some well-lit rooms. The Sony KDL-46XBR6 (*est. $2,120) delivers strong picture quality with great black levels and a more matte screen, but some question whether the performance is worth its price premium.