My personal choice is to steer clear of dual layer for the time being.To achieve a slight increase in quality*:The upload time is doubled.Blanks are 4 times as expensive.Compatibility problems seem to be tenfold.I may get a dual layer burner when this current burner packs up, but I'm not going to be in a big hurry to start using it.* If using a digital source. Using laserdisc/TV/VHS, any quality increase is doubtful. Report