Who is a good BD-R manufacturer?

You'll want to stick with a brand name that you recognize: Falcon, Panasonic, Sony, Verbatim, etc. Many of these brands have a lot invested in the original development of the Blu-ray format and all of them have a lot invested in their brands' reputations. You can rest assured that these companies have paid the appropriate licensing fees and are adhering to the strict specifications of the format.

Just as important as the brand of BD-R, are the people you decide to buy from. Here are some tips to help ensure you're purchasing quality BD-R media from a reputable distributor:

1. When selecting a distributor, try calling the dealer on the phone first. You want a distributor that not only publishes a phone number, but actually answers the phone. You also want a distributor that has media experts who can answer all your questions. (Here at Polyline, there are people like me available to answer your questions.)
2.  When selecting a distributor, check out how long the company has been in business and see what other products the company is currently offering. It is difficult, if not impossible, to maintain a steady supply of substandard products. If someone is dealing in substandard media, they may be offering a variety of seemingly unrelated products to keep a steady income.
3.  Be careful of off brands. Stick with major manufacturers that will stand by their products.
4.  If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. If you see a really good price on the Internet, don't jump at it -- call your trusted distributor and ask about the pricing.

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