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Welcome to the List, where Sound & Vision's editors share their recommendations on the best home-entertainment gear. Everything appearing on The List has been reviewed by our expert staff and has stood out for performance or value. Watch our test reports for the "S&V Approved" icon (above) designating that a product has been added to The List. And watch this space, where we'll flag additions and note deletions. For a full review of any product, go to soundandvisionmag.com. Most prices are manufacturers' list, which may bear no resemblence to selling prices, particularly in volatile categories like HDTV. Check with authorized dealers for pricing. HDTVs Flat-Panel Panasonic Onyx TH-42XVS30U 42-in plasma $6,500, May 2005 Not the cheapest 42-inch plasma HDTV, but stunning to look at in every way. panasonic.com Pioneer PDP-4350HD 43-in plasma $5,000, May 2005 Style, great features, and a clear, natural picture further cement Pioneer as a plasma leader. pioneerelectronics.com Dell W4200 42-in plasma $2,599, September 2005 With its crisp, natural picture, excellent tuner, and low price, this could be the sweetest flat-TV deal going. dell.com