Introduction
The Sony DRU-800A is the first DVD writer in our labs supporting both DVD+/- R Dual Layer (DL) media. This mean the 800A has some longevity in the grand scheme of things. DVD-R DL media is most likely not available at the time of this review, but expect prices to be around the same mark they were when DVD+R DL hit the scene; roughly $10 dollars per disc. With a street price of around $120 dollars, The Sony DRU-800A comes with two faceplates and a software package by Nero.
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If you are looking for a new DVD writer, the DRU-800A is a good choice and worth the money.

by Cosmo on September 16, 2007:
“This burner can't read its own DVDs! There are many people who have the same issue with this burner. I made data backups, checking the DVDs after burning them. The disks are fine, but this burner can't read most of the data 90% of the time.” More...