DVD Stock question

Just curious as to what brands of DVD stock(single layer) seem to work best for everyone.
I've done small personal projects here and there and haven't had many issues with stock(usually just buying the cheap stuff), but I have a project which requires reliability because I won't be able to watch every single DVD like I have in the past.
Would like to hear the Pro's and Con's of particular brands.
Thanks,
Brent

I questionned a manufactue on this and they stated that you will run into less problems using disc's made in Japan than anywhere else, Im sure that the quality of the burner weighs in.
I ran into problems with Verbatems and now we use Maxell and have not had any major problems

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