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Does anyone know the difference between these two models:huh:
I've taken possession of a 600M and I've been too busy watching it to get in here and review it for you. But now, without further ado..
Here’s some background. The current Pioneer KURO 60" models include:
PRO-151FD - Elite TV - $6500 MSRP
PRO-141FD - Elite Monitor - $7000 MSRP
KRP-600M - Other Plasmas - ? MSRP
PDP-6020FD - Pioneer TV - $5500 MSRP
The secret here is that the KRP-600M is basically the same as the PRO-141FD Elite Signature Series Monitor. The components of the Signature Monitors are "hand picked" and undergo a rigorous QC process that the M series may not. And the M series do not come with the ISFccc calibration controls. But the hardware is the same and the performance is basically the same. Which is to say world class.
The M series is not marketed to the public. It’s supposed to be for custom installers and the street prices on it are much lower than the Elite counterpart.
I got mine for less than $3000.
As you know, Pioneer is not making these any more. This was the ninth generation of KURO plasmas. Their 50" KRP-500M actually got some of the 10th gen technology that they were developing and has even blacker blacks. But I went for size.
Pioneer is not going out of business, and is not going to stop supporting this product.
If you’re thinking about getting a KURO, do it NOW. These are getting harder to find and will soon be gone!