HELP, I got my basement remodel about complete and now we're shopping for TV's for the "media room" (man cave, lol). I've been trying to read up on the larger 50"ish TV's that are out there, but there's so much info for this low-tech redneck to comprehend. I did run speaker wire for (6) "surround sound" speakers (or whatever it's called now a-days).

I really need some advice on the pros-cons of the Plasma-LCD-LED TV's. The viewing distance is only 12' from the TV to the couches and 18-20' to the bar area. Also, we're going to have a smaller (26-30") TV that's wall mounted behind the bar. I think I want 1080 and 240hz, but any advice on other options or models/brands is appreciated. I'd like to keep the larger TV budget around $1500.00

Recommended stores to buy from (online etc)? Also, should I get a blu-ray DVD player?

It's really all greek to me. I almost pulled the pin on a 50"ish Vizio at X-mas at Costco, but I knew it would sit in the box for several months. I was hoping prices would drop since then, but that doesn't appear to be the case.

THANKS!!!