Originally Posted by NOTS3W

I must replace it, what's a good choice?

I really wasn't planning to investigate a new burner in the middle of testing media, but it's evidently not my option. I'd prefer to find something that might be available locally at Best Buy or Circuit City (or ???) so I can get through this replacement process quickly.

I expect the first recommendations will be buy better media, but the lesser media burned fine until a couple of days ago and even TY won't burn well anymore.

I really need some recommendations here.

Thanks.

Ray