I have a lite-on 1336s, and I like it fine after I got some modded firmware. It burns nicely on good media (Taiyo Yuden 02s)
The NEC 3500 is extremely popular (You can find it rebranded as MAD DOG) but its hard to find now since its been upgraded to the NEC 3520. THe Benq 1620 is also very good (Its rebadged as I/O Magic). From what I've read, the Benq is a better reader than the NEC.
Remember, the quality of your media is just as important as your burner. Especially in Lite-On drives. They seem to picky about what they like.
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