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Amplify the mood of any room. Unleash your favorite tunes from your iPodŽ music player with the CMT-BX20i micro hi-fi shelf system. Just plug your iPod into the dock and enjoy rich sound--perfect for adding music for parties are just relaxing around the house. A remote control with full iPod functions is included to manage your music from the comfort of your sofa. ... Read more

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Coby's KCD150 provides great-quality sound with a built-in, full-range speaker system. Digital AM/FM radio and intuitive controls make tuning and playback a snap. Integrated multi-function alarm clock also included. Unit comes with under-cabinet mounting kit. ... Read more

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Delivering full-range sound from a small package, the attractive CMT-LX20i micro hi-fi shelf system lets you share your favorite music without a bulky audio system. Just plug your iPodŽ into the integrated dock and you're ready to rock. There's also an included remote that offers full iPod menu controls. For robust sound, this compact system features a bass reflex system that adds serious punch to the bass line. What's more, it even lets you listen to CDs created and recorded on your computer in the MP3 format. ... Read more

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Enjoy your favorite music from your iPodŽ, iPhoneŽ, or CD with the Panasonic SCHC20 Compact Stereo System. The slim and compact design of the Panasonic SC-HC20 is best matching for your room. It can easily be installed in limited places, like a small bedside shelf or your desk in your home office. With the new bamboo cone speakers, the sound becomes much more responsive. Vocals are more pure and clearer than ever on the Panasonic SCHC20 Compact Stereo System, and the dialog being crisper and easier to understand than ever before. Simply dock your iPodŽ or iPhoneŽ, or insert the CD and enjoy your favorite music with high quality sound. ... Read more

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Experience room-filling sound with 360 watts (RMS) of power with the Sony MHC-EC709iP Mini Hi-Fi Music System. Features bass reflex speakers which allows for more powerful, accurate, responsive performance and the ability to charge, play and control your iPhone or iPod. Listen to CDs, AM/FM radio, or connect to other devices, from PCs, MP3 players and more. ... Read more

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This stylish yet practical mini component system is a perfect audio solution for any environment. This system comes complete with a docking slot for an iPodCD Player, USB Playback and a Digital Tuner with Presets to enjoy your favorite music! You can even be your own D.J. and play a CD-R/RW disk with all your favorite WMA and MP3 hits.

Full Logic Cassette Deck lets you play your favorite cassettes. 2-Way Speaker System for precise crisp, clean sound with added bass response / Comes with pair of speaker systems Full Function Remote lets you operate your entire mini system with ease. CD-R/RW, MP3, WMA Playable lets you play CD-R/RW discs as well as MP3 and WMA files on CD-R/RW discs. Features two-line text navigation for MP3 and WMA playback. AM/FM Tuner with 40 Presets lets you tune in your favorite radio stations and program them with the touch of a button. Pre-Set Equalizer 6 mode automatically adjusts and enhances the sound according to the type of music or game being played. iPod must be purchased separately ... Read more

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The Panasonic SC-HC30 Compact Stereo System lets you dock your iPodŽ or iPhoneŽ, or insert your CD and enjoy your favorite music. With the new bamboo cone speakers the sound becomes much more responsive. Vocals are more pure and clearer, and the dialog being crisper and easier to understand than ever before. The ultra-slim Panasonic SC-HC30 Compact Stereo System has a stylishly wall-mountable design. ... Read more

Reviews

Sleek Design and a Space Saver, June 27, 2010
I purchased this sleek Panasonic Stereo System primarily to use with my IPOD and the IPhone that I have pre-ordered. I am using it in the kitchen and it takes up very little space on the counter since it is only 3-4 inches deep. For it's size, it produces a rich sound and the clarity of the speakers is superb. It has a full-function remote with buttons for many features that I'm sure I'll never use that others might appreciate. In addition to the remote, there are buttons for the main functions on top of the system that can be easily memorized (by placement) and accessed.

After attaching the AM and FM antennas, the various stations were easy to preset and sounded good. I have yet to play the CD player, however with the IPOD, I don't really plan on using it much. The system can be mounted to the wall if you want to put holes in your walls and have the power chord hanging down from it, however it takes up so little space, I didn't really feel the need.

The system looks high-tech and it sounds great. The bass sounds much better than you would expect given the slimness of the speakers. It has an AUX-In port on the back of it if you have an MP3 player as well. The only minor negative is accessing the IPOD dock. The first thing you need to do is hit the IPOD button which slides the front panel to the right exposing the IPOD dock. Once open, it has a lever that needs to be pushed and then it tilts out toward you for easy removal. While not difficult, it all takes time which I'm a little concerned about when I get my IPhone and I hear it ring. If you leave the IPOD dock open the silver CD portion of the front panel covers more than half of the right speaker and there is a noticable difference in sound.

All in all, I'm very happy with it and when not in use, it just sits there and looks cool! If you are only concerned about the quality of sound, I'd suggest a boom box with larger speakers such as the Sony MHC-EC69i Mini Hi-Fi Shelf System which is much cheaper, has an additional 60 watts and has a deeper bass sound that fills up a room (I have one of these as well).

7/19/10 UPDATE: Received my pre-ordered IPhone 4 and it is not compatible with the dock in the Panasonic. It displays "NODEVICE" despite being snuggly fit into place. Plan B: Buy an IPOD dock and an audio cable and plug it into the AUX port on the back of the unit. Still sounds great!

Almost Great - but no time display, June 19, 2010
It is a beautiful design, great sound for a little unit, convenient that it plays radio, CD, ipod, etc. and love that it can be wall hung - pretty and discreet for a bedroom.

BUT! I purchased this to replace a CD/clock radio alarm unit, and would have liked to have known that this unit DOES NOT display the time! You can use the remote to display the time, and it will momentarily display the time when you turn it on, but once you've stopped listening, i.e. turned the unit off, there is no time display, which means that you can't use it to see the time in the middle of the night/early morning. This seems like a huge design oversight on the part of Panasonic - most portable models even 20-30 years old routinely display the time.
Also, Panasonics customer service cannot tell me how to turn the alarm OFF if I want to sleep in! This seems like it should be very basic to figure out from the manual, or an easy question to answer for a tech rep, but no....30 minutes on the phone, and then disconnected with no answer. I am a university professor and am fairly adept at reading the english language, and the manual does not contain this basic information. Still deciding whether to return it or not (I purchased it elsewhere). Maybe someone out there has figured it out?

Pleasantly surprised, July 17, 2010
I bought this to replace a JBL OnStage iPod dock speaker that was malfunctioning. Today's bookshelf stereos like this one, that include iPod docks, make it totally unnecessary to buy a unit that can *only* function as a speaker for your iPod. This unit is quite thin--thin enough that it can be mounted on a wall and not look weird. It does include wall mounting hardware. In spite of this, it produces satisfactory sound; output is around 30w per channel. The sleek design is nice, and I especially like the motorized sliding front panel. It slides one way to allow you to insert a cd, and the other way to allow you to plug in your iPod. iPod controls from the remote are intuitive and straightforward. Minus one star for the quirks with the clock and alarm as another reviewer had mentioned. Don't buy this unit to replace your alarm clock.

Disappointed, August 11, 2010
I recently purchased this item and am disappointed. I do like the sleek appearance and ease of use, but the antenna system for AM radio leaves much to be desired. No matter the location or arrangement of the wire antennas, I cannot get any decent clarity or tone. There is much static in the background and the voices are garbled. I have resorted back to using my cheap-o portable system for AM reception. But, now for the good news: playing CD's are a delight. There are enough options to set the system to produce your desired sound and tone. Ditto for FM reception: the clarity and big sound are definite assets.
Take a chance - you might have better luck than I did.

Music For The Bedroom, July 6, 2010
We were looking for a compact CD/Radio player for our bedroom that also had and Aux. channel for our XM radio unit. After looking all around our small town we came to the conclusion that what we wanted was either priced too high or was not in stock (which happens a lot here) we found this system on Amazon. The company offered a fair price and great shipping. The stereo was shipped right away and when it arrived, we found that the sound quality was excellent. It also comes with a remote and a "sleep" option of 30 minutes or 60 minutes or longer, which is great for the bedroom. It also comes with a wall mount if you want to use it, although it doesn't take up much room on top of a dresser. One other great feature is that the display lights can be dimmed down so if you are bothered by lights in the bedroom, you can turn them way down. (We have an alarm clock that has display lights so bright, even on the "low" setting, that I swear you can see them from outer space.)

simple but nice, September 23, 2010
Made for docking Ipod, but Aux-in would accomodate other brand MP3 players. Very compact but pleasing to the eye. Easy to operate; sound is good for two small speakers; great for one room (or two, depending on volume). It only works wall outlet..no batteries, so it is not a "take and go" but very easy to move from room to room. Good product for the price.

FM reception, August 30, 2010
Weak tuner. Radio reception is horrible. I live in a big city, and unable to get stereo, just static filled FM.
This unit replaces a sony in the kitchen, that did not require an antennae. Even the wire antennae supplied with this one, strung to the ceiling, will not get me stereo reception.

Fantastic, August 19, 2010
What a clean sleek and clear sounding stereo, I was very suprised by the sound, its crisp, and I like the features and the look is just incredible.

Highly Recommend it

The BEST Compact Stereo System!!! Highly recommended!!!, August 9, 2010
I bought this Panasonic SC-HC30 Compact Stereo System some three months ago and from the very beginning up till this very day this exact type of stereo equipment has been one of the best music systems I have ever witnessed by now. The sound quality is absolutely perfect as well as all other applications this technology uses. This product is highly recommended & I will be buying the second one for the outside use near the pool likewise. Thank you very much for this superb & outstanding product!!! Z

a few things to consider, November 9, 2010
i have had this for about a month now, as everyone here agrees, it looks really good and has a good sound quality for the price. however, there are a few minor annoyances that i noticed
1. When playing a MP3 CD, if you stop it and play it again, it starts from the first song.
2. The CDs have to be really dust free, even a little bit of dust it would start skipping ... Read more

Editorial Review

The acclaimed Wave music system still sets the standard for quality audio and ease of use among one-piece, table top stereos. No wonder so many people use it as their main home entertainment system. And you'll enjoy extra hours of uninterrupted CD music with the Wave music system multi-CD changer included in this package.

Simplicity by Design
The Wave music system was engineered for easy enjoyment right out of the box. No setup required: just plug it in and you're ready to go. The FM/AM radio and CD player are built in. There's an auxiliary input for your MP3 or other portable player, and a headphone jack for keeping the music to yourself.

The system's sleek appearance is uninterrupted by buttons, with all controls on a handy, slim remote. The large display panel is brightly lit and easy to read, prominently displaying the artist, title and album names of your MP3 CDs.

The Wave music system with multi-CD changer package lets you enjoy extra hours of uninterrupted CD music. Simply slide one CD or MP3 CD into the slot on the front of the Wave music system, and up to three more into the add-on multi-CD changer. One remote controls all CD functions, plus FM/AM digital tuner, clock and alarm. A spare remote is also included.

The changer has the same small footprint as the Bose Wave music system. Together they stand less than seven inches tall and can fit almost anywhere, unlike most conventional bookshelf stereos. The CD changer also provides an additional connection for another audio source, such as an iPod or DVD player.

Unique Bose innovations account for this compact system's hearty sound. Proprietary waveguide speaker technology delivers performance well beyond the speakers' size. Two 26-inch folded waveguides are precisely tuned to amplify the output from speakers to reproduce lifelike sound from a small enclosure. You'll hear full-bodied sound, especially in lower registers, for more natural-sounding bass and percussion instruments. ... Read more

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For room-filling sound from a wide variety of sources, the MHC-EC909iP is the way to go. This 540W mini system features a CD slot, an AM/FM tuner with 30 presets, a 3.5mm audio input, and a built-in iPod dock. Control it all with an easy-to-use remote. ... Read more

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The Audiovox XM Satellite Radio Sound System features two woofers, two tweeters, bass boost, and a 10 watts RMS amplifier to produce dynamic sound. The system also includes an Audio In jack for playing an iPod/MP3 or CD player. A foldable handle, internally stored XM antenna, and more than 18 hours of battery life allow listeners the option to take their XM Radio from the home or office to the patio or picnic table. ... Read more

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The Wave radio II delivers deeper tones and crisper, more accurate audio performance than the original. The key to the improved sound is the new dual tapered waveguide technology, exclusively from Bose. Engineers re-sculpted the interior of the Wave radio II to accommodate not one, but two 26" folded waveguides. These dual waveguides amplify the low-frequency output, reproducing musical notes a full one-half octave lower than the original Wave radio. The result: Instruments like kettle drums and bass guitars have a more natural presence. With such accurate sound reproduction, you can appreciate more of the intricate nuances of many instruments, including the human voice. You may even hear details in music that you've never heard before. There's also a new equalization feature for talk radio. It automatically compensates for the artificially boosted low frequencies found in some talk radio programs so announcers sound more natural. The Wave radio II is simple to use. Instead of buttons on the unit, everything is conveniently controlled with a well-organized credit card-sized remote. And setup is easy too. The digital FM/AM tuner, amplifiers and speakers are all built into the unit. Just unpack it and plug it in to enjoy Bose quality sound. The display panel is large and bright, with big, bold text that's easier to read from across the room. It displays more information now too. Radio station, current time and alarm setting are all shown simultaneously. You can also use your Wave radio II to enjoy lifelike sound with your TV, VCR, DVD player or computer, thanks to the auxiliary input jack. Or plug your headphones into the convenient headphone jack for private listening. You can even place the Wave radio II near your TV or computer monitor because the speakers are magnetically shielded to avoid interference with the picture image.SPECIAL OFFER: Receive a free premium backlit remote when you purchase by 3/31/09. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Turn up the volume on this MHC-EC69i mini hi-fi music system and keep the party going. With 100 total watts (50W x 2), it's a complete, easy-to-use music system with power to spare. Crank up the two front bass reflex speakers and enjoy your favorite CDs or MP3s from your iPod music player. There is also an AM/FM tuner with 30 station presets and six preset equalizer settings designed specifically for different types of music. Control it all with the included remote with a full iPod menu. ... Read more

Reviews

No Audio-in, August 31, 2009
I liked it but it should be noted that this model has no Audio-in plug.

This Thing Rocks, July 20, 2009
For $119.00 you can't go wrong. I can see the display fine. The only con I can find is the EQ is ROCK, FLAT , MP3. That kind of stuff I like more control with my EQ. Sony makes some of the best audio sound on the market for the price. If your a low end buyer stick to sony and only sony.

Good sound - good price - but..., February 5, 2010
Decent sound for the price and the Ipod dock is nice. However, there is no alt input despite the description and despite the fact that Sony says it's there. Other than that it's working just fine.

good sound system, June 21, 2010
very stylish stereo system. very good sound, and i pod actually charges while playing. very good item for this price.

Sony MHC-EC69i Mini Hi-Fi Shelf System with Integrated iPod Dock (Purchased on 09/29/2010), October 31, 2010
I purchased this system for my home art studio. The size is great, fits on a small shelf. I like that it has a remote. The iPod dock is easy to use and conveniently folds up when not in use.
The sound is adequate for my purposes. And the price was exactly right. I am very pleased with this purchase and would recommend this system.

Good quality for a good price, May 2, 2010
This stereo sounds good and is very affordable, so affordable that I got an ipod as well. It was shipped quickly. It is easy to use.

Nice but..., July 8, 2010
Nice product, however, found it at my local Wal-Mart for $97, and obviously no shipping so I saved at least $20. However, if you are not near a Wal-Mart then buying this product from Amazon would be highly recommended.

Great Sound for a Small Price!, May 26, 2010
Bought this system for my Work Out Rm. It has decent sound, plenty of volume for a 15'x 20' room. I only listen to I-Pod or CD's. Sound quality isn't what you'd get with a component system, but for a few more than a $100, it was well worth it. When playing CD's the readout shows the album & song name, which a lot of shelf systems don't.

it good but no aux, September 24, 2009
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Editorial Review

The exceptionally small Audiovox XM Satellite Radio Compact Sound System offers dynamic sound and is a sleek, tabletop unit with an aluminum surface and black grille cloth design that fits smaller spaces like a night table, kitchen counter, or desk. The system features four full-range speakers, a four-channel enhanced digital audio processor, bass boost, and a 16 watts RMS amplifier to deliver dynamic sound. And includes an Audio In jack for playing an iPod/MP3 or CD player. ... Read more

Reviews

You get what you pay for, July 21, 2009
I had high expectations and so far I'm satisfied but slightly underwhelmed given the glowing reviews by others. (This is no fault of the product -- it does perform as advertised by Audiovox.) I'm listening through a Pioneer XMp3. The sound quality is good -- as in noticeably better than a cheap set of computer speakers -- but not amazing. Contrary to what others are claiming I doubt anyone at Bose is losing sleep over this system, although I admit I've never heard a Wave sound system and maybe my expectations are too high there as well. Sound clarity is good, the highs are good but the bass is weaker than I had hoped and overall the tone isn't that great. You can't adjust the tone either.

I've flipped through a lot of different kinds of music with it: classical and blue grass sound good, but rock and hip hop are just ok.

I think if you have a crummy radio or a cheap iPod dock this will be a significant upgrade and you'll be impressed. On the other hand, if you've read all the other reviews and are expecting it to sound like a mini version of your high-end stereo system, you'll likely be disappointed.

It's a good box and a decent value for the money. As usual, you get what you pay for, and in this case that means something better than your alarm clock but not as nice as your stereo.

Almost Bose like sound, January 7, 2009
I purchased this primarily because of the looks and didn't really have a chance to hear the sound quality prior to buying. Boy was I pleasantly surprised with the huge sound produced by this little thing. I really only expected just so-so sound from this unit. I have a "wave" radio and the XMAS100 must have similar technology because it sounds really close to the "wave". They should add a radio to this and it would sell really well I think.

Love it.

Nice System, January 6, 2010
OK, so this is not a BOSE unit. You can tell because it says Audiovox on it. So don't expect a BOSE sound system. That said, this is a nice little system. I even bought two. We have one in our office and one in our kitchen. They provide nice background music, and if we need to party down a little, they sound good turned up as well. If you want something to push your wineglass off the table as you sit there, better go with something else, but if you just want a portable sound system for your XM radio, this is a great option.

Nice Surprise!, March 26, 2009
We have an exspress-r for our car and were looking for a way to expand the xm experience.This is a great way to do it.It looks really clean and for the price the sound is very good.We also purchased the boombox for the portability.Setup was very easy,just had to play with the antenna a bit.

It is good for what it is supposed to do, February 6, 2010
After doing quite a bit of research on different models, I decided to buy this for my fiance. Basically he wanted something to plug his XM radio into so he could listen to it inside the house / garage. The sound quality is good for the price. The only real problem is getting the antenna to receive signal from the satellite. We are thinking of buying a signal repeater to deal with this problem.

XMAS100- XM Compact sound system, March 11, 2010
This plug & play XM compact boombox has exceptional sound for it's size. The adapters that come with it, make it very versatile. Also, auxiliary input will accept standard MP3 players.

Very Pleased, February 12, 2010
Wasn't sure if this would fit our portable Pioneer unit but it did perfectly. We are extrmely pleased with the sound and the controls. Excellent buy.

Great sound from a small package, February 6, 2010
Took it out of the box, plugged it in and out came the great sound, especially good considering how small the package is. Could be used inside or outside, but would need an extension cord for back yard, patio use. Batteries would be nice, as would a built in antennae. However, compared with the XMBB1 system, this is much easier to use and set up. Great design.

XM Compact Sound System (Boombox), December 28, 2008
This is a fantastic way to listen to your portable XM radio. Terrific sound, I now listen to XM radio all day since it sounds as good as my home stero.

Nice Product, December 22, 2008
The XMAS100 is a really nicely made product. It is solid, nice looking, and, for such a small system, as really good sound. I am very happy with it. ... Read more

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Micro audio system, Plays CD/CD-R-RW, remote, Flat design with front motorized CD door, wall mountable, Wake to CD or radio, Sleep timer, Digital tuning with 40 presents, Black ... Read more

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Music enthusiasts and casual listeners alike will enjoy the vintage design and state-of-the-art technology that distinguishes the Emerson 4-in-1 Classic Stereo System. Play your entire collection of vinyl records, CDs, cassette tape, and even tune in to AM and FM radio with this unique all-in-one system. The old-fashioned look of this music player will match any decor, while the rich sound emanating from the speakers will play in crystal clarity.This stereo system is a work of art in sound, style, quality, and in image. It features 2 hi-fidelity stereo speakers that propel the sound from the AM/FM radio, record, cassette tape, or CD. A perfect addition to any room in your home to remind you of the days when just a penny would give you a melody and a dance. Modern technology in a beautiful design - great sounding and cool looking. Get ready to rock 'n roll and enjoy all different kinds of music with the Emerson 4-in-1 Classic Stereo System!List of Contents:Emerson EME-NR303TTC 4-in-1 Vintage Stereo System, owner's manual, 1 year manufacturer's direct warranty. ... Read more

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Take a stroll down memory lane with Emerson's NR130 Heritage Series Home Stereo System. The NR130 blends nostalgic styling with the latest features, giving you the best of both worlds. The beautiful high gloss wood veneer cabinetry offers a vintage look mimicking classic style vinyl record players. The 3-in-1 classic music player allows you to play your entire collection of vinyl records, CDs and your favorite AM or FM radio stations. It features a ceramic jeweled stylus cartridge with rotary tuning and volume controls. You can easily locate your favorite track on a CD or radio station with the digital LED indicator. The four-inch wide-range speakers offer crystal clear sound with the perfect balance of base. This stereo system is a work of art in sound, style, quality and image. The NR130 is the perfect addition to any home and will bring back memories of the good ol' days of A-side tracks. ... Read more