Buying a new DVD burner - Help!!!

[Naith]

Hi all

I'm selling my present PC complete with Pioneer 108 drive.

The question is do I stick with the 108 & buy a cheapie to stick in my old system or do I buy one of the following (which is available to me here in Spain):-

1. LG 4163 (€40)
2. NEC 3540 (€46)
3. BENQ 1620 (€42)

I would have considered the PIONEER 109 but I've seen too many bad things about it...

Or am I best waiting a month or so for a new model (e.g. the new BENQ drive...)???

Thanks for your input

[budz]

Get the BENQ 1620!!!!!

[Barnabas]

Stick with Pioneer if you want the highest playback compatibility on stand-alone DVD players.

[normcar]

Get the Benq, new or old version, and you will not find any problems.

[Naith]

I meant to say that the reason why I wasn't keen on keeping the Pioneer 108 is that I'd really like a black burner (yes, pathetic I know).

I'd recently read good things about the LG drive...?

Also, I'm looking for good quality burns that will play on any standalone player... (most of my blank DVD's are -R but I don't mind changing my preference)

Thanks again

[canadateck]

I'm sure the Online store you may buy it from will also sell Black Face Plates.

[depressd]

Own the LG here.. No problems at all

[Denvers Dawgs]

I've got the Benq1620 and recommed it