47 - 55 inch TV with secure stand

dulpit

Hey guys,

I am in the market to replace my LG 47" TV. We would like to go to 4K, HDR, same size or bigger (up to ~55"). Budget would be €500 - 600. The LG has been rock solid, so would have a bias towards that brand, but open to other options too. 

Some additional needs:

• 3 x HDMI (I assume this is standard in this day & age)
• Smart TV isn't that important (again, I assume it's standard, but would likely keep using firestick) 
• It will go on a TV stand that isn't as wide as the TV, so a central stand is preferred. In addition we have a toddler with additional needs who has a tendency to pull at the TV. The stand on our current one is super chunky and heavy, so TV won't go anywhere (https://www.flatpanelshd.com/article.php?subaction=showfull&id=1396941506 see the section under LG LB6500 for example). We would need something similar or some other way to secure the TV without wall mounting it. This is a key need.
  

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Hope this helps with recommending something. Thanks in advance! 

(Note: this is going to be a gift to myself in August, but if there are better options coming in September can wait until then.)

jumbone

dulpit wrote: »

• It will go on a TV stand that isn't as wide as the TV, so a central stand is preferred. In addition we have a toddler with additional needs who has a tendency to pull at the TV. The stand on our current one is super chunky and heavy, so TV won't go anywhere (https://www.flatpanelshd.com/article.php?subaction=showfull&id=1396941506 see the section under LG LB6500 for example). We would need something similar or some other way to secure the TV without wall mounting it. This is a key need.
  

Have you seen the like of this?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01AVKKTF4/

They attach to any TV with standard VESA mounting points

Richersounds.ie: DavidS

jumbone wrote: »

dulpit wrote: »

• It will go on a TV stand that isn't as wide as the TV, so a central stand is preferred. In addition we have a toddler with additional needs who has a tendency to pull at the TV. The stand on our current one is super chunky and heavy, so TV won't go anywhere (https://www.flatpanelshd.com/article.php?subaction=showfull&id=1396941506 see the section under LG LB6500 for example). We would need something similar or some other way to secure the TV without wall mounting it. This is a key need.
  
  
  

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Have you seen the like of this?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01AVKKTF4/

They attach to any TV with standard VESA mounting points

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Hi Jumbone.

As these would not be an item we would stock I wouldn't be confident to recommend them unfortunately but there does seem to be a lot of places online selling them.

At one point we did do a wire version of them (more industrial looking things) but they didn't stay a stock line for very long, although the fabric straps are more likely the ones you would be after.

I've checked our stock listing and there is nothing I could even offer as an alternative.

Kenny.

MAJJ

Just posting to help as am a RS customer. Hope folks don't mind.

From the OPs needs this stand may work. I have the same need and stand. It's also allows for taller sound bars.

https://www.richersounds.ie/p-202379-sanus-vtvs1-b2-universal-32-60-inch-tv-pedestal-stand.aspx

jumbone

Richersounds.ie: DavidS wrote: »

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Hi Jumbone.

As these would not be an item we would stock I wouldn't be confident to recommend them unfortunately but there does seem to be a lot of places online selling them.

At one point we did do a wire version of them (more industrial looking things) but they didn't stay a stock line for very long, although the fabric straps are more likely the ones you would be after.

I've checked our stock listing and there is nothing I could even offer as an alternative.

Kenny.

I was more so pointing out their existence in case that allowed the OP to drop the requirements around a sturdy stand

Richersounds.ie: DavidS

jumbone wrote: »

Richersounds.ie: DavidS wrote: »

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Hi Jumbone.

As these would not be an item we would stock I wouldn't be confident to recommend them unfortunately but there does seem to be a lot of places online selling them.

At one point we did do a wire version of them (more industrial looking things) but they didn't stay a stock line for very long, although the fabric straps are more likely the ones you would be after.

I've checked our stock listing and there is nothing I could even offer as an alternative.

Kenny.

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I was more so pointing out their existence in case that allowed the OP to drop the requirements around a sturdy stand

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Hi Jumbone.

Sorry I though you were asking us here at Richersounds a question or posting for a product.

Kenny.

dulpit

MAJJ wrote: »

Just posting to help as am a RS customer. Hope folks don't mind.

From the OPs needs this stand may work. I have the same need and stand. It's also allows for taller sound bars.

https://www.richersounds.ie/p-202379-sanus-vtvs1-b2-universal-32-60-inch-tv-pedestal-stand.aspx

That looks perfect.

Back to Richer Sounds staff so, what would your recommend tv wise if you scratch the need for the sturdy stand and I can add this instead...

Richersounds.ie: DavidS

dulpit wrote: »

MAJJ wrote: »

Just posting to help as am a RS customer. Hope folks don't mind.

From the OPs needs this stand may work. I have the same need and stand. It's also allows for taller sound bars.

https://www.richersounds.ie/p-202379-sanus-vtvs1-b2-universal-32-60-inch-tv-pedestal-stand.aspx

That looks perfect.

Back to Richer Sounds staff so, what would your recommend tv wise if you scratch the need for the sturdy stand and I can add this instead...

Hi dulpit,

If you like the LG TVs I would recommend one of the LG 55SM8050 Nanocell TVs! They have a fantastic panel as well as a great smart hub! They're a bit above budget at 659 euro but have give the best specs for the price!

https://euro.richersounds.ie/p-204676-lg-55sm8050plc-55-inch-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-smart-nanocell-led-tv-freeview-play-freesat-hd.aspx

Let me know what you think!

Kind regards

David

dulpit

Hey, that looks like a lovely TV set, but is probably beyond out budget. I'm not wedded to LG, so would happily look at competing brands at a lower cost?

Richersounds.ie: DavidS

dulpit wrote: »

Hey, that looks like a lovely TV set, but is probably beyond out budget. I'm not wedded to LG, so would happily look at competing brands at a lower cost?

Hi dulpit,

The LG would have the best specs for the sze, to go down in rice you would be dropping to a 49 or 50" TV. I would recommend something like the Philips 50PUS7805 at 529 euro! This TV would have a direct lit LED panel and would also support Dolby Vision which the LG would not!

https://euro.richersounds.ie/p-204842-philips-50pus7805-50-inch-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-smart-led-tv-freeview-play.aspx

Let me know what you think!

Kind regards

David

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@The Ritz - thanks and also thanks to Majj ( long time no chat  ) & jumbone

Dulpit

We could do a Boardie deal and squeeze the LG 55SM8050 down to 619€ for you? Like you I love the LG OS, it just works!

..however it does not have a really solid base, but 2 separate legs at each end, it is stable but possibly not kidproof - as Majj suggested the SANUS VTVS1 is a great option if you want a more stable base and it also gives you the option of changing the height of your TV to allow for a soundbar and to 'twist' it around so you can watch it from different angles:
https://euro.richersounds.ie/p-202379-sanus-vtvs1-b2-universal-32-60-inch-tv-pedestal-stand.aspx

Thanks again guys and keep us posted if we can ever assist in any way,

Best regards,

John Mc & Crew