I've had this Sony DVP-NS300 DVD player for a couple of years now and have had no problems. Mine plays all kinds of DVD-R and DVD-RW's. It doesn't read CD-R or CD-RW, which I knew before I bought it, but for £60, I can't complain!

I'm surprised by the number of poor reviews of the Sony DVP-NS300 DVD player! I bought mine over two years ago and have had no problems whatsoever. It cost £150 and still consider it an absolute bargain. Image reproduction is superb (for the price) and the noise-reduction facility has three levels of intensity, depending on your personal preference. I would have liked another scart socket, but given the cost, this is only a minor problem.

I originally bought my Sony DVP-NS300 DVD player to replace a defunct CD player. Bought as a quality make but basic system by first-timers to world of DVD. Sat in awe of picture quality (1st DVD Vertical Limit). No disappointments over 10 months use, in fact as people who normally go for high-end stuff, this player has satified all expectations except it's inability to recognise PC CD written copies of old LPs etc. However, on purchase this was not a consideration and experimenting with CD-R /RW manufacturers, it does work with selected makes.

Had the sony DVP-NS300 DVD player about 2 months now and am very pleased with it. Has a great picture and sound although the sound output is on the low side requiring the tv to be turned up high, which is okay if you remember to turn it down before going back to normal tv or it blows your ears off.
Would like the option to keep time display on screen.
The quasi surround output is quite good for a two speaker setup.
Build quality is very good at the price all in all a great buy.