JVC HR-S 9700 vs. 9600 vs. 9500 SVHS VCRs?

[LFonseca]

Hello,

I was wondering if anyone can point out the major differences between these models (PAL version). The 9700 is in the recommended list, is the 9600 as good? Should I avoid the 9500 which appears to have less picture correction hardware?

Thanks!
Lusi

[lordsmurf]

The 9600 is also good.
I would avoid the 9500, as it is much older and lacks the quality hardware filters suggested.