Lcd Wall Mount Guide Best Plasma Or Lcd Tv 40" $1500?

Best plasma or lcd tv 40" $1500? - lcd wall mount guide

I love my husband, a TV for the holidays. Our room was very tall, narrow windows, the wall surface to a TV mount is very close. I decided that this is a should be 40. "I know nothing about plasma vs. LCD. Ask if someone would know better with me in the right direction to steer. I think buying from Best Buy. The 40" is approximately 12 -13 feet from the couch installed. I want to stay at 1500.00 for everything. What is my best bet? What is sound? Do I need a surround sound system as well?