HDTV Reviews

The Sharp Aquos LC-32GD8E is a 32-inch LCD set available for just over £500 / $1000, which is not too bad considering it’s a good sized set. The LC-32GD8E might not be the latest Aquos from Sharp but at this price and size it is still worth a good look. TrustedReviews have taken a look at the LC-32GD8E and say “good first impressions grind to a halt with the 32GD8E’s connectors, though, thanks to the provision of a measly one HDMI socket and Sharp’s decision to make the provided D-Sub PC port double up as a component video input (via a provided component-to-D-Sub adapter).

It leaves no pixel of HD data unshown, and in doing so makes HD sources look for the most part stunningly sharp and crisp. What’s more, the 32GD8E even manages to retain a reasonable sense of sharpness while showing standard definition – a talent precious few LCD rivals can honestly boast. Impressively this ability with standard definition is delivered without seemingly anything like as much overt high-tech image processing wizardry as we’re used to seeing on screens from rival brands.

The 32GD8E continues its solid form with its audio, producing smooth and believable vocals, surprisingly healthy dollops of bass, and unusually rich treble detailing free of the sort of harshness that’s common in the budget zone. Our only concern arises during loud action scenes, as a slight lack of raw power causes things to start sounding a bit muddy.