Will Meat be on cable or DirectTV more often?

Kathy · 11 Oct 2003, 07:19

I have to admit to being a total luddite here; I've never had either and never really missed it until now. Until a few days ago I thought DirectTV was a "brand" of cable. I've decided I need to get one or the other because I don't want to miss anything else, either concerts (like Mexico) or VH1 specials or TV shows (like Dead Man's Gun). (I'm assuming I have a choice and can get either cable or DirectTV - it's not hilly where I live.)

Does anyone have an opinion about which I should get? (I'm hoping that this is not an inappropriate question)

-Kathy

MBrevard · 11 Oct 2003, 08:04

Hi, Kathy! R. may decide to move this into the Off-topic forum, but for now...

I guess it sort of depends on your needs and what you are willing to pay each month. You obviously read David's comments from a few days ago. (I took that from your "hilly comment."

) For my family, the small dish has been a godsend. We can get our local TV channels, as well as all the pay-per-views, all the cable nets, sports, etc. in one neat place for one payment each month. So, it's perfect for us. I'm not sure if everyone can get local channels on satellite, though, so check into it for your area. That might influence your decision, with Meat probably coming on some Network programs in the future (He said a while ago that he'd be making an appearance on Leno, for instance.).

And of course, it's basically the same for cable. You have your specific packages that you can order, depending on what you want to get and how much you are willing to pay.

In our area, we were having lots of cable problems, though, with the cable service going out all the time. It got to be incredibly frustrating. So, even with a cable modem for our computers, we've found the dish to be our best way. And the satellite has been MUCH more reliable for us.

Perhaps it would be good for you to call your local cable company and find out exactly what is offered in your part of the country and the cost for it. Then call BOTH DirecTV and the Dish Network to see what they have to offer and their prices. Some people seem to prefer the other satellite company. Our DirecTV came with the new house, so that's the way we went and have been extremely happy with it.

I'm sure that others will come along and share their points of view with you, though. But it's always best to do some research in Columbus (my hometown, by the way--I was born and raised there until most of my family moved out west and we've been here ever since.

) and find out what is offered where you are.

Some cable companies offer "packages", which include a cable modem along with the television channels you want. So check that out as well.

The last time I read, there are over 75 million cable subscribers in the US and there are over 20 million dish owners. So, I guess, it's really a personal preference based on needs and the available services in one's area. But you're likely to catch most of Meat's upcoming appearances either way you go.

I hope this helps a little.

Love,
MB
xxx

Kathy · 12 Oct 2003, 07:25

Thank you MB, for your informative note and all the good advice. And you've answered my main question:

Quote:

Originally Posted by MBrevard

But you're likely to catch most of Meat's upcoming appearances either way you go.

Thanks again!

-Kathy

Lady B · 12 Oct 2003, 10:06

Kathy,

I'm a little biased because I used to work for DISH Network so bear with me here.

Fortunately for you, local channels will be available to you no matter which of the 2 major satellite companies you might go with. So you won't lose them if you do. There are certain channels that you may have to have a seperate dish for though just because they aren't the main networks and are on a different satellite. But not to worry on that point because the extra dish is free as well as the installation of it (at least with DISH anyway, I don't know how Direct works it).

I personally like DISH but on the downside, I like my sports too and it's Direct TV that has the NFL package sooooo . . . it leaves me stuck between a rock and a hard place. Guess it all depends on your tastes too. I do think that DirectTV may have more special events (like the Mexico concerts and hopefully any other PPV that might come out of this tour

) but I can't really be sure because it's been close to a year and a half since I worked for DISH. If you are thinking that you might like to go with a satellite system check out their web pages for info as well. Compare them to what your local cable company can give you vs what you would want the service for. In general I think DISH has better packages (programming & pricing) but again, it all depends on what you want in the service.

http://www.directtv.com
http://www.dishnetwork.com

Lady B

11 Oct 2003, 07:19	#1
Kathy Super Loafer Join Date: 02.10.2003 Location: Columbus, Ohio USA Posts: 610	Will Meat be on cable or DirectTV more often? I have to admit to being a total luddite here; I've never had either and never really missed it until now. Until a few days ago I thought DirectTV was a "brand" of cable. I've decided I need to get one or the other because I don't want to miss anything else, either concerts (like Mexico) or VH1 specials or TV shows (like Dead Man's Gun). (I'm assuming I have a choice and can get either cable or DirectTV - it's not hilly where I live.) Does anyone have an opinion about which I should get? (I'm hoping that this is not an inappropriate question) -Kathy

11 Oct 2003, 08:04	#2
MBrevard Super Loafer Join Date: 06.02.2003 Location: Deceased Posts: 761	Hi, Kathy! R. may decide to move this into the Off-topic forum, but for now... I guess it sort of depends on your needs and what you are willing to pay each month. You obviously read David's comments from a few days ago. (I took that from your "hilly comment." ) For my family, the small dish has been a godsend. We can get our local TV channels, as well as all the pay-per-views, all the cable nets, sports, etc. in one neat place for one payment each month. So, it's perfect for us. I'm not sure if everyone can get local channels on satellite, though, so check into it for your area. That might influence your decision, with Meat probably coming on some Network programs in the future (He said a while ago that he'd be making an appearance on Leno, for instance.). And of course, it's basically the same for cable. You have your specific packages that you can order, depending on what you want to get and how much you are willing to pay. In our area, we were having lots of cable problems, though, with the cable service going out all the time. It got to be incredibly frustrating. So, even with a cable modem for our computers, we've found the dish to be our best way. And the satellite has been MUCH more reliable for us. Perhaps it would be good for you to call your local cable company and find out exactly what is offered in your part of the country and the cost for it. Then call BOTH DirecTV and the Dish Network to see what they have to offer and their prices. Some people seem to prefer the other satellite company. Our DirecTV came with the new house, so that's the way we went and have been extremely happy with it. I'm sure that others will come along and share their points of view with you, though. But it's always best to do some research in Columbus (my hometown, by the way--I was born and raised there until most of my family moved out west and we've been here ever since. ) and find out what is offered where you are. Some cable companies offer "packages", which include a cable modem along with the television channels you want. So check that out as well. The last time I read, there are over 75 million cable subscribers in the US and there are over 20 million dish owners. So, I guess, it's really a personal preference based on needs and the available services in one's area. But you're likely to catch most of Meat's upcoming appearances either way you go. I hope this helps a little. Love, MB xxx

12 Oct 2003, 10:06	#4
Lady B Super Loafer Join Date: 06.02.2003 Location: Colorado ~ USA Posts: 334	Kathy, I'm a little biased because I used to work for DISH Network so bear with me here. Fortunately for you, local channels will be available to you no matter which of the 2 major satellite companies you might go with. So you won't lose them if you do. There are certain channels that you may have to have a seperate dish for though just because they aren't the main networks and are on a different satellite. But not to worry on that point because the extra dish is free as well as the installation of it (at least with DISH anyway, I don't know how Direct works it). I personally like DISH but on the downside, I like my sports too and it's Direct TV that has the NFL package sooooo . . . it leaves me stuck between a rock and a hard place. Guess it all depends on your tastes too. I do think that DirectTV may have more special events (like the Mexico concerts and hopefully any other PPV that might come out of this tour ) but I can't really be sure because it's been close to a year and a half since I worked for DISH. If you are thinking that you might like to go with a satellite system check out their web pages for info as well. Compare them to what your local cable company can give you vs what you would want the service for. In general I think DISH has better packages (programming & pricing) but again, it all depends on what you want in the service. http://www.directtv.com http://www.dishnetwork.com Lady B