Element HDTV Reviews
Element Electronics is one of the newest television manufactures to enter the marketplace, having produced its first television set in 2006. Customers are rightly apprehensive when it comes to buying a television manufactured by the company, as their reputation is hardly proven. After all, it’s easy for a television to survive six years — but what about twenty? For those interested in the low prices offered on most Element television sets, it’s largely a gamble and experiment as to how well the product will hold up, and how durable it will prove to be. But there are some pretty strong clues as to just how well the company’s products can be expiated to perform going forward.
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Element Overall Brand Review
There’s no getting around it: Element is a low-end, discount television manufacturer. Their primary customer is one who is both extremely budget-conscious and extremely discerning. For this reason, the company has been partnered with JBL, a highly-regarded manufacturer of high-end audio equipment, virtually since its inception. This allows Element to offer televisions that sound as good as they look, and convince new customers that they won’t be sacrificing quality for affordability.
And, indeed, Element has received numerous positive reviews from both customers and industry professionals since it began manufacturing its television sets in Detroit, Michigan, in 2006. Both groups of people love the company’s entry-level pricing and commitment to quality, as well as the fact that Element is one of the few electronics companies which manufactures its products domestically, in hard-hit Michigan. Its commitment to quality, and to American buyers, has contributed to its rise among other, competing low-end brands.
Element Product Quality
Most customers tend to associate a lower price with worse product quality, but that is not entirely true with the HDTV sets produced by Element. Instead, the company has made a name for itself by providing high-quality television sets at some of the lowest prices anywhere in the home entertainment industry. Customers have, time and again, reviewed the company’s television sets in glowing terms. The display panels used in the company’s sets are second to none, and industry professionals love that these sets do not use the same cheap plastic and shoddy construction as competing generic brands.
Element Pricing & Value
When it comes to pricing, Element is competitive with every other major manufacturer of generic home entertainment brands. Often, the company is the leader on price in this market segment. That makes them a hit wit budget-conscious consumers who need a new television but simply cannot afford to pay top dollar for a new set. It also makes them a top choice among early adopters who are looking to see if new technologies — such as LED-LCD sets — are worth all the hype before they spend the big bucks on a major brand.
Because the sets are as durable as they are affordable, their high value is essentially inherent. But contributing to their value is the fact that these sets are actually manufactured domestically, in Detroit, Michigan, by American workers. It’s hard to find anything that’s still manufactured by American workers, much less a consumer electronics item that is competitive with major overseas brands and even bigger-named competitors. That should make any buyer feel good about their purchase, and it will add value to the set for many Americans who are proud to support their fellow man.
Element Customer Service
Unfortunately, the company is not exactly easy to contact. Their customer service options are largely limited to those available online on the company’s website. That’s fine for more advanced users, or those who simply never have a major problem, but other issues may require some intense digging. The company does offer a warranty on all of its televisions, and operates a warranty hotline, but that phone number cannot be used for basic technical and operational questions. While Element’s product quality is good, and none of the company’s sets are considered low-quality or short-lasting, it would be nice for the company to commit fully to its customers using a traditional, toll-free hotline for any issues they might have.
The support section of the company’s website does offer software updates, user manuals, and an area that elaborates on frequently asked questions. For basic concerns or questions, it will certainly suffice. As Element becomes more successful, it will hopefully flesh out its customer service options more fully.
Element Overall Rating
Purchasing an Element HDTV isn’t as much of a gamble as one might think: the company’s television are manufactured domestically, they’re reviewed highly, and they’ve so far been quite durable and long-lasting. The only area where customer should exercise caution is when considering the small size and scope of the company’s customer support resources. This may present problems for those who are not well-versed in the TV’s functions, or those who have a rare problem with their television set.
Cheryl's reviewApril 15, 2012
This TV is awesome (40 inch). So glad there is
finally a company who manufactures and builds
their TV’s in the U.S., let alone Detroit, Mi. Way to go Element.
We all need to buy more American made products.
They are better made and well worth the price.
This TV is better than the way more expensive brands.
For those who want to spend a fortune on a product
that is the same as this one, go ahead and waste your
money. I’d rather save mine and still have an
awesome product.
Keep up the great work, Element!
Dawn's reviewApril 25, 2012
> If it’s built in America, I’m buying two!
Jim's reviewApril 17, 2012
I recently purchased the 40in LCD and I find the picture quality to be top shelf along with the audio. Hard to believe a tv this well made was only $350.00 and wasn’t put on display in the store I purchased it from. I have hooked up the Wii and an HD cable box and the picture seems just as crisp if not a little clearer them my 50in Plasma. With American made quality like this I encourage everyone to take a minute before buying another over seas made product.
TERRY VINEYARD's reviewApril 17, 2012
WE PURCHASED AN ELEMENT FLX 3711B IN DECEMBER OF 2008. IT HAS BEEN PLAYED NIGHTLY, APPROXIMATELY 6 HOURS EACH NIGHT FOR ABOUT 3 YEARS. A MONTH AGO, IT STARTED GOING BLACK WITH NO SOUND. AT FIRST WE COULD TURN IT OFF, THEN BACK ON AND IT WOULD BE OK. LAST WEEK IT WENT OFF AND WHEN WE TRIED TO TURN IT BACK ON IT FLASED THE POWER BUTTON ON AND OFF REPEATEDLY SEVERAL TIMES, THEN WENT OFF COMPLETELY. ANY IDEA AS TO WHAT IS WRONG WITH THIS TV? IS THIS AN EASY FIX FOR SOMEONE WHO IS MECHANICALLY INCLINED OR WILL A PROFESSIONAL TV REPAIRMAN HAVE TO FIX?
Jake's reviewApril 25, 2012
> For (TERRY VINEYARD’s)
Hello
I’m an technician, sounds like a power supply issue, easy fix, very common for ALL these flat panel sets, I can’t see it coasting more than $100, All the bigger brands have similar probs.
Mike's reviewApril 25, 2012
> Sorry but you will need to have it professionally repaired. Your problem sounds as though your power supply might have gone out. I am unfamiliar with elements tv’s and don’t know if the power supply is on a separate board or on the mother board which is the case for many products. I would get in touch with the manufacturer in Detroit by calling their warranty hotline even if it is out of warranty.
Robbie89512's reviewApril 25, 2012
> @Terry, I don’t have an Element TV (yet), but all brand TV’s pretty much do the same thing when there’s a problem. Generally the flashing light is telling you an error code. Count the number of flashes. Note that the code will repeat, so look for the pattern. You would then either have to check your manual, company website or search for codes. One thing many people overlook on electronics is cleaning them. Over time, especially in dusty areas, dust congeals in the cabinet. I’d take the TV outside and use a shop vac or similar and reverse the airflow so that the vacuum blows and blow out the dust through the TV’s air holes. Dust can cause electronics to overheat and shut down and even arc. Chances are though that the circuit board is experiencing and error and needs to be replaced. Generally it’s cheaper to replace the TV because the repair cost is almost equal to a new TV. Honestly if you get 5 years out of an electronic device that’s pretty good. I’ve never bought an electronic device with the expectation of it lasting 20 years.
kathy's reviewApril 25, 2012
I do not have an Element TV yet. I just saw the report on the NBC news and am glad to see and hear of a company finally bringing business back to America. We need more to get on the band wagon.
I wish you luck.
Joseph Stepalovitch's reviewApril 25, 2012
I am one of those people who always look for products that are manufactured in the USA and as such shopping for me is very diffacult. I am not in need of a T.V at this moment but when I buy my next one I will deffinatly look for an element (the reveiws I’ve read are very encourging).
Marilyn reveree's reviewApril 25, 2012
I love my Element TV, It is better than the other one I have. I am pleased that it is made here in the USA. I read the above review about another customer not happy, but I would bet if she called the manufacturer it would be taken care of.
My next TV will be another Element. yes.
Jack's reviewApril 25, 2012
Though I admire the company bringing jobs back to the US, be careful about waving the flag when buying an Element set…they are “assembled” in the USA, not “made” in the USA. All components and parts come from offshore. I hear they are working towards it, but they’re not quite there yet.
Marcella Dixon's reviewApril 25, 2012
Was just watching the news, I am a buyer for US products and wish there were more. My next TV will be an Element. I wish your company the best. We the United States needs to start manufacturing here in our country and have better quality.
John M.'s reviewApril 26, 2012
Why did it take SO LONG to get out the message that these TVs were made in the US????? We love to buy made in the USA and will definitely be buying an Element TV before the year is out!!! Now, if they could just make DVD players and other electronics here……
What’s good for the American workers is good for everyone!!!
Just imagine!!!! We could replace all our foreign stuff.:)
A. Gauthier's reviewApril 26, 2012
Sorry to be the downer, I am generally a very positive person. We bought my mother a 22″ television by Element 2 years ago for her Birthday and it has now died. This was not even her main television and was not on everyday. Now she can not even find a way to contact the company (its as though they are avoiding any contact info). The web site is very unhelpful and there is not even a way to email the company?? I have searched Google for an address so she can see if there is anything they will do. I am very unhappy and disappointed in this American product so far.