No need, on here you're allowed to say whatever you want. If that's the way you feel, say it. I just like to see some justification when things are getting "slammed". CMC does appear to be the center of some problems, but they're not the cause of every problem that happens with someone using Memorex. A lot of people are obviously having success with CMC because they're staying in business and people keep buying them. Some of the other brands mentioned sell more than CMC, like the Verbatim, Imation and TDK. As I mentioned, I had a minor experience with the brand, but I don't know if it was CMC or a software problem I was having at the time. With all the top grade media available at comparable prices, why would I want to mess with an item (CMC) that is second grade or less. Where I'm concerned, the jury is still out on CMC. However, I wouldn't advise anyone to run out and buy a spindle.
I had some bad experiences with Memorex when I firsted started burning so I just stay away from them. I only ended up with 20% good burns out of a 50 spindle. I think that is the problem with CMC Mag they just aren't consistent, you can get good you can get bad. I don't slam them outright, but just suggest to try another brand and see if it make a difference. I use CMC Mag CD's have for years and have no problem. It is all in what you get.
Wow, we've got the 2 bears here, impressive!!! Actually, like I said, I have no experience with the CMC, I just thought, having seen this one person constantly pointing to their sig, which contained a statement such as mine, was a good idea to stress the importance of purchasing good media. And just think if everyone bought good media we would have much less in the way of problem related disc issues, and threads....just dreaming. I always relish both of you fellow's threads, thanks so much. Rich
Nice to know we're appreciated. Take a bow Arniebear. If you feel that way about it, you should put in your sig, [bold]Use Quality Media; avoid Memorex-CMC, get the good "stuff": Taiyo Yuden, Sony, Verbatim, Ricoh or other top quality products.[/bold] At different times you'll see some people having problems with most brands. Heard the one about the rubber hammer and anvil? Those with problems are usually the most vocal and when things work right, that's to be expected and not praised.
It is done, but I don't put it in my sig, rather it is in a folder that contains various tips I've garnered from this incredible forum. Have a great day, Rich
Thanks only a little bow. As you stated it is nice to be appreciated.It is always good to promote the quality brands, and they can now be had at a reasonable price, not like it used to be. Memorex used to be a bargain compared to others so that is why I bought it in the beginning. And even the quality media can give you problems. Lately, I have been having trouble with Sony MIT -R 8x disks. Cannot get them to burn at 8x on my Plex's. They will burn at 4x but at 8x they just sit and freeze up the comp. Do not have the problem with +R. I do not think it is a drive problem but some communication problem brought in by sw. Started after I loaded a beta testing Xcopy program. Any rate probably gonna reformat and see if this gets rid of it. So sometimes even good media can be a pain too.
