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My CDs started to slip and skip as if there was a loose connection between the CD and player. After a few moments, the player would stop altogether. I LOVED this little CD player, but it broke after only 3 weeks. (It was a gift and couldn't be returned).
No unusual mechanical noises coming from the CD player have been noticed. Just about every desirable feature is included, like aux inputs for connection of external equipment, optical output for an MD player, and a headphone jack. The 2-way speakers deliver balanced and clean sound with surprising resolution for such a small system. Overall, a very impressive mini audio system, sure to please even finicky audiophiles like me. Every function and adjustment can be accessed from the well-designed remote control.
The tuner has very good sensitivity and most stations come in clearly with the provided antenna. The sound here is as close to hi-fi as a unit this size will allow: silky highs, solid, not boomy bass that complements the sound but does not overwhelm it (as it should be). Elegant-looking unit, with sound to match. The addition of separate bass and treble controls (a somewhat rare commodity these days) is a very welcome plus, although the unit sounds excellent with most CDs when both controls are in the "flat" position. The unit's stylish, tasteful design is sure to please your eyes as well.
If your taste in audio runs more toward the vulgar-sounding boomboxes currently cluttering the market, this product isn't for you. Highly recommended.
What I CAN say is that this small stereo unit packs a pretty good punch for the money. We use it in our kitchen which isn't very big in size. I am by no means an electronic expert. The unit takes up very little space and the sound is great--crisp and clear. I must say that I do not have the problem of hearing the CD spinning. In fact, I am reluctant to write a review because I have no technical knowledge to give you. I would definately buy another of these if the need arises.
Unreal. I'm fairly close to the unit (3 feet) as it sits on my desk in my home office, so maybe if you put it much farther away it won't bother you.For example, sitting in a chair 5 feet from the unit, with the volume set on 12 (not loud but not quiet either), I can hear the cd spinning over AC/DCs "Back in Black" song. I just bought one of these and I haven't decided yet but I might be returning it because the cd player is noisy. When the cd spins up you hear it big time. I've got a compact cd player that is quiet as a mouse.Other than that it is really sweet so far - "Surround" sound is particularly impressive.If you listen to cds with quiet passages this player might drive you nuts.Radio is real good - I'm getting good reception in my house without attaching the FM antenna yet.Speakers and unit use standard speaker wire attachment so you can put longer wire in than what is supplied.I haven't tried the AUX input yet.If it didn't have this noisy cd player it would be 5 stars.HTH
The styling attracted my attention (it looks like it cost a lot more than it actually does) and I like that the speakers match the unit instead of using the fake woodgrain that comes on most systems in this price range. I needed a stereo to go in a small bedroom and this one works well. The cd door is motorized and quiet and there is an internal blue light which along with the lcd display looks really nice at night.I am not an audiophile but the sound is very good (I have a more expensive component system) and there is an auxiliary input for a subwoofer if you need more bass.Great sound and price and very nice styling makes this executive system a winner in my opinion.
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