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Altec Lansing inMotion iM600 Firewire-Charging Portable Audio System for iPod (Black)
From Altec Lansing Technologies

• Brand: Altec Lansing
• Model: iM600
• Dimensions: 6.00" h x 2.00" w x 11.00" l, 3.35 pounds

--Posted October 14, 2008
--Posted October 14, 2008 With its well-regarded inMotion system, Altec Lansing has raised the bar again with the iM600. Featuring a myriad of new technologies, the iM600 offers big, crystal-clear sound, and it folds up compactly for easy portability.

The Altec Lansing inMotion iM600: offers incredible musicality and clarity with deep bass; folds up compactly to offer great portability; provides a dock for your iPod, charging it while playing music; and features a built-in FM tuner.

With Expanded Sound Stage technology, the speakers sound further apart than they really are for a bigger soundstage. View larger. View Remote.

Superior Sound in a Small Package
Employing dual two-inch neodymium drivers that are optimized for high-frequency sound, the iM600 offers unmatched musicality and clarity. Despite its compact size, the bass is punchy and has good extension, and with Altec Lansing's Expanded Sound Stage (ESS) technology, the speakers will sound further apart than they actually are, for a greater stereophonic image.

Elegant Design Matches the iPod
The iM600 sports a distinctive thin and elegant glossy-black look. A spring-loaded button deploys the speaker's stand and reveals the iPod dock, power button, and volume controls.

Your iPod perches front and center, resting at an angle to display the current track information and album art while recharging. If your iPod model has the alarm clock and sleep timer features, they will work seamlessly with the iM600.

Various docking adapters are included, making the iM600 compatible with most iPods. Also, an auxiliary input lets you connect any CD, DVD, or MP3 player using a stereo mini-plug.

Built-in FM Tuner
If you get bored with the songs on your iPod, the iM600 has a built-in FM tuner, letting you listen to your favorite music and talk radio. Near the top of the unit is an LCD that displays the current FM frequency; buttons on top provide tuning controls. The tuner also features a memory for four presets and a telescoping antenna for better reception.

Change the Music from Across the Room
A small remote control is included, letting you change the musical selection from across the room. A storage slot built into the system itself makes it easy to store the remote, preventing you from losing it behind couch cushions and other inconvenient places.

Take Your Music To-Go
With a compact size that folds closed to a mere 11 x 1.7 x 6 inches (W x D x H), and weighing only 2.1 pounds, the iM600 is easy to take with you to the beach, on vacation, or wherever you else you're going. The built-in rechargeable Li-Ion battery lets you listen to more than 7 hours of continuous play. An AC adapter is included for connected listening and recharging the battery.

The Altec Lansing iM600 is backed by a one-year warranty.

What's in the Box
iM600 speaker system, wireless remote, iPod docking adapters, power supply, user's guide and quick connect instructions.

The iM600 will provide enough big sound to keep your party rocking.

The Beat of a Different Drummer: 3 Way Ipod Dock Comparison
Three Way Comparison, Bose SoundDock vs. Griffin Amplifi vs. Altec Lansing IM600:
Design and Features:
Bose Sound Dock: Cabinet made of plastic. Appears to have two 2.5" acoustic suspension (enclosed) drivers under a metallic grill, with a whole bunch of added physical structures that look to be waveguides and / or signal processors. Bose keeps details on this pretty much obscured, but wattage estimates I've seen on the net put power output at roughly 50-60 watts and based on my own comparative experience, I would agree. Some commentators think the unit has four drivers rather than two, but I see only two beneath the grill and I am not going to disassemble the unit. Some Bose haters on the net claim frequency response on the SD is capped at a mere 10,000 kHz, which I personally doubt, as treble rich music I've played on this sounds fine, and no reliable net source makes this claim. Ipod docks in a front-mounted bay. My 5.5 G 30 GB feels rather loosely supported, but no major issues.
No line-in or out. Indeed, no console controls at all except a volume up and volume down button. Simple remote, though very reliable and with good range. The power wart is bizarrely large and bulky, plus is also in two sections, making it seem like you're going to be powering up a railgun or supercollider rather than a relatively low powered music player. The design is sturdy and attractive overall, but the lack of any special features whatsoever is dismaying, perhaps symptomatic of Bose's condescending "electronics for idiots" philosophy. Charges Ipod as long as it is docked, when playing or when off.
Griffin Amplifi: Cabinet made of wood, looks like small shoebox. Has two 2.75" drivers front mounted and a bottom mounted 5" woofer with a bass port. Griffin in the worst Bose tradition refuses to disclose many tech statistics on their unit, but my power estimate puts this at about 30-40 watts, not really much different from the Bose. (To sound twice as loud needs a 10 times (1000%) increase in wattage, so the Bose advantage of maybe 33% more power should not really give much real world benefit.) Frequency response per mfgr is 50-16,000 kHz which seems a bit unbelievable on the low end, but feasible enough on the higher end. Ipod docks on top and sticks awkwardly out of the unit like a control tower, but fit is snugger than on Sound Dock which makes me feel more reassured.
There is a line-in and not much more. Big blue-lit knob controls on-off and volume. Remote is a copy of the Bose's with the same simple functions. Range and aiming tolerance is inferior to both the Bose and the Altec, but certainly adequate. Annoyingly, the Amplifi only charges an Ipod docked in it when the Amplifi is on; if the Ipod is docked and the Griffin is turned off, no charging. Either Griffin's engineers are idiots, or they decided to save a few pennies in the design.
Altec Lansing IM600: Smallest unit, with plastic cabinet and cool fold up dock that also has on / off switch. Has two 2" acoustic suspension drivers, and a separate subwoofer out line that I did not use. Also has video out and line-in ports, plus a decent FM tuner and telescoping antenna. Tons and tons of features in comparison to our other competitors. Plus unit has an internal rechargeable battery which lasts for roughly 7 hours, and an "SFX" stereo expander DSP switch. Altec is honest enough to give the power stats on the unit of 14 watts. Though this is less than either other dock, as stated above the actual volume difference is not reflected in the numbers. Frequency range is not specified, but it seems to go as high as either of the other competitors, with perhaps less bass extension. Front mounted dock that gently leans the Ipod against a reinforced acoustically neutralized spot on the unit so vibrations will not affect the Ipod during playback.
IM600 also has a beautiful backlit display which stays lit while the unit is plugged in to AC power. The Altec charges Ipods as long as there is an AC connection, whether or not the Altec is turned on. The IM600 does not charge Ipods when the dock is running on its own rechargeable battery. The remote is also IR like the others in the test, and is somewhere between the Bose and Griffin in terms of range and responsiveness. Remote lets you control SFX mode and access four radio presets. (Though if you lose the remote, you will have no preset control at all, so try not to do that.)
Sound:
Bose: Excellent deep bass, controlled and accurate, never boomy. Mid-range is emphasized, so guitars and vocals sound especially fine. Treble appears a bit less impressive, but trebly stuff like Vivaldi and Tallis sounds just fine. The Bose sounds better with rock and jazz than with classical, but not dramatically so. The Bose sounds equally good at both low and high end, and the unit can be played at max volume with no distortion, probably due to Bose's manipulation of the source signal. Nevertheless, the Bose sounds very good at all volumes and with virtually any type of music. The Bose can also fill up any small or medium room with sound, and can even be a decent sound system for a reasonably quiet large room. Stereo separation was the best of all three speakers, unimpressive when compared to a formal stereo with speakers a couple of yards apart, but certainly very much a feat from speakers separated from each other by less than a foot. Detail is excellent with many-layered music like works by Nine Inch Nails and Dead Can Dance being expertly and precisely performed.
I am no fan of Bose, finding the sound from their home theater systems to be artificial, inaccurate, compromised, pricey, and over-hyped. However, in the case of the SoundDock, with the goal of creating generally acceptable sound from lossy sources, Bose has executed the concept impeccably well. The music as played may not be dead-on accurate, but it is not noticeably deficient and sounds loud, detailed, and clear at any volume. Kind of like McDonald's fries, the SoundDock is by far the jewel in the rather uneven portfolio of Bose equipment. Even if you hate the idea of Bose, or have disliked their other audio products, the SoundDock may well amaze you.
Griffin: Bass is about as good as the SoundDock, maybe lower extension, but roughly the same precision and balance. Griffin is to be commended for not going crazy and letting the big 5" woofer run roughshod over the sound of the Amplifi. The big woofer does not make the Amplifi sound better than the Bose at the low end, but on the other hand it doesn't sound worse, and it is also much cheaper. Griffin was not aiming to beat the Bose here, but rather to equal it with a lower price and simpler design. Mid-range is another strong point here, and treble is also a bit lacking, like in the Bose, but not too much so. Classical pieces still sound very good on the Griffin.
Where the Amplifi does lose ground to Bose is in the fancy stuff. Stereo separation is non-existent, and detail is nowhere near as precise as on the Bose. This sounds like a big loud mono speaker. Low volumes especially lose a lot of fine subtlety, and distortion is heard at the very highest volumes (though to be fair, no one would really play this unit that loud, as it is probably 100 dB or more.) The acoustically tuned all wood cabinet adds little to the sound signature of the Amplif vis a vis the plastic cabinet of the Bose. The lack of stereo separation, detail, and full clarity throughout all volume ranges is where the added cost of the Bose is most evident and justifiable. Most users will like the Griffin though; it mimics the sound signature of the Bose convincingly, has a retro wood cabinet design, and has at least one important feature that the Bose lacks, a line-in, all of this at a street value of 1/3rd of what the Bose goes for. This will make the Amplif a great solution for most users, especially those on a budget. However, the added price of the Bose does create a noticeably superior sound in at least some aspects.
Altec Lansing: The IM600 takes a different path than its rivals, aiming for a more treble oriented sound, with adequate bass and very good mids. The IM600 sounds crisp and detailed, but lacks the low end punch of the Bose or Griffin. The 600 has a separate subwoofer out line and a 3" sub is available separately from Altec Lansing for $50. No idea how it sounds. This is the best of these three units for classical music reproduction, but most music sounds fine on it. Even bass heavy music is more than acceptable for most listeners; you just don't feel the low end as prominently as you do with the other two docks, but depending on your expectations, this may be just fine.
Stereo separation is not especially strong on the Altec, to be expected when the drivers are all of 7" apart. The SFX mode is helpful in this regard, and does give some stereo sound effect, and really does not hurt sound reproduction in any way, so I normally leave the effect on. Stereo is far more noticeable than the Griffin, but less pronounced than the Bose. (However, even the Bose offers far less stereo than one might get from properly placed PC satellite speakers, let alone a true home stereo system...) Clarity and detail on the IM600 is excellent, rivaling the Bose in many cases. Brass and drums sound a bit more real and crisp on the Bose, and this plus the better low end will give the nod to the SoundDock over the IM600 for most listeners, unless you listen to nothing but classical. The IM600 distorts a bit at maximum volume, but not terribly so. It sounds as good at low volumes as it does at normal (medium level) settings.
Value:
Bose: Normally listed at $300 and almost never discounted. The new "portable" SoundDock just came out as of this writing and sells for $400. If Bose can maintain this exceptionally high price for the newer model, SoundDock prices may stay at $300, but if the newer unit needs some price adjustment, the original SoundDock may fall in price (or even be discontinued.). I purchased my Bose as a reconditioned by the factory model for $250 and then caught a sale at the Bose store for an added 10% off, $225 total. I think Bose stores are the only place where you can get the "factory renewed" models for the lower price.

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Summary:
Bose: Probably not worth $300, the price I paid of $225 feels like about what the SoundDock is worth. The sound is audibly better quality here, though probably not two to three times better than the Griffin or the Altec, which is what the pricing would indicate. The lack of a decent feature set makes the Bose seem like even less of a value. Again though, if style, quality, simplicity, and excellent sound is your goal, and price does not matter that much, the Bose is a fine choice. Special note to all the Bose haters: take a listen to this before lumping it in with such atrocities as the Acoustimass and StereoEverywhere technology. The SoundDock sounds unusually good, does not mangle realism of the sound unpleasantly, and is really the cutting edge of what can be done with reproducing Ipod sound from a small one-piece unit.
Griffin: Aims for the SoundDock's sound signature, and generally succeeds. Lacks a bit of polish in both physical and sonic characteristics, but overall is an excellent value. If you want Bose, but can't afford it, the Amplifi will not leave you with many regrets. The wooden cabinet and big bass driver are not utilized very distinctively, but there are no glaring missteps here either. However, if you can afford the SoundDock, the Griffin has no real advantages as its clone philosophy and minimal feature set offer no advantage over Bose except cost. The bigger and better sound of the SoundDock justifies the added cost as long as price is not the main consideration.
Altec Lansing: The excellent design, wonderful feature set, and portability of this unit distinguishes and separates it from the other two. Sound is generally well done, crisp and appealing, and the treble emphasis gives the Altec its own sonic niche. The power difference in watts is not really noticeable except if you are trying to fill up a big room with sound, and why would you be doing that with a wee tiny Ipod dock anyway? Most users will be very happy with the IM600's sound and the quality FM tuner is just the icing on the cake. If you are on a budget, I would say get the Altec as it sells for roughly the same price as the Amplifi, and has many more features including portability. The IM600 has somewhat less bass than the Griffin, but better stereo sound and detail clarity.

fits the bill perfectly
Like others, I looked at many models. I bought this unit along with IPod for traveling to my weekend cabin, hoping to replace the bulkiness of my SONY CD player and three cases of disks. It is exceptionally portable, plugs into wall or goes outside on battery, has FM receiver so my wife can listen to college football on weekends, and we attach it to her computer/DVD to watch movies in the evening. The sound quality is excellent, filling the living/dining area for movies or music. Definitely competes with the old bulky system with no compromise. Plus Amazon price was incredible. For our needs, this could not be better. I am planning to take it on vacation with us this winter.

Great Sound, Light, Folds Up Nicely
I tested about 8 different brands and models of these type of systems in a store at high volume. For its size and price, this one got the loudest before distorting, with excellent sound balance. The FM receiver is handy. It is very lightweight and folds up into a convenient carrying shape. Highly recommended.

   

Disney Princess Jewelry Box/CD Boombox
From Cosmo Communications Corp.

This princess-themed CD boombox not only plays your favorite CDs, but it also holds all your little treasures!

• Amazon Sales Rank: #39093 in Toys & Games
• Brand: Cosmo Communications Corp.
• Dimensions: 14.00" h x 10.80" w x 10.40" l, 5.30 pounds

This boom box won't last long. Poor value.
Our daughter listens to CDs every day - sometimes several times per day. To say her player gets a lot of use is an understatement. Although my daughter loved that this player was Disney Princess branded and a jewelry box, it's really more of a novelty item than a boom box, and didn't last for more than a few months. The overall item was still in good shape, but the player began to not be able to read CDs fairly frequently until it stopped reading them altogether. For whatever reason, we bought another and the same thing happened within 6 months. For $50, I would definitely rate this a poor value.

junk = disappointed daughter
this lasted 5 months with little use. only has 90 day warranty for a reason. avoid!

Overpriced
This CD player is on sale for $39.99 at Sears. This product is way overpriced!!!

   

JVC RV-NB1 Kaboom Series Boombox
From JVC

JVC is one of the world's leading developers and manufacturers of sophisticated audio, video and related software products. Building upon a wealth of technologies the company is moving decisively to offer appropriate solutions for the multimedia age. To remain at the forefront of the audiovisual industry in the 21st century, JVC is marshalling its resources to create the ultimate in appealing, cost-competitive products.

• Amazon Sales Rank: #34570 in Consumer Electronics
• Color: Charcoal
• Brand: JVC
• Model: RVNB1
• Dimensions: 14.37" h x 30.31" w x 13.39" l, 21.00 pounds

The JVC RV-NB1 Kaboom Series Boombox is a powerful CD/MP3 portable player with a funky feature -- a built-in guitar amp featuring twin super woofers for massive sound and rich, deep bass tones. This unit will play CDs, CD-R/RWs, and MP3, so you can access your favorite tunes from virtually anywhere in your music library. The RV-NB1 also plays all your old favorites on cassette and delivers clear AM/FM radio. The tuner stores 15 AM and 30 FM stations in its memory for quick tuning at the touch of a button.

This Kaboom boombox delivers big sound with 52 watts of total power. With this power backing, the RV-NB1's super exciter bass circuit is able to achieve deep, rich bass tones through the dual 6.3125-inch subwoofers. Meanwhile, the active clear sound (ACS) feature improves the other frequencies' clarity for an excellent balance with the deep lows. If the bass levels seem a bit too strong, then you can use the independent subwoofer volume control to keep the bass tones from overwhelming the overall sound. Plus, this boombox features four preset equalization settings -- flat, beat, pop, and clear -- so you can set your levels with the push of a button.

The CD player and cassette deck have twist-doors to keep your music in place and playing. Keep the hits rolling with continuous, repeat, and random play settings on the Kaboom CD player and the auto-reverse transport function on the tape deck. You'll be thrilled as tunes just keep pouring out of the dual 3.1875-inch front-firing, full-range speakers.

Added features such as the carrying strap, remote control, AUX input, clock/timer with sleep and wake-up, and backlit illuminated LCD display make the Kaboom RV-NB1 an excellent choice for any room in your house or for music on the go.

What's in the Box
RV-NB1 boombox, remote control, and carrying strap.

This Box Rocks
If you need big sound and the ability to play MP3 discs, this is the one to get. I work in a factory and it is a noisy environment. There are also other radios and boomboxes to compete with. I wanted a radio that could be heard above the ambient noise and also had the ability to blow away my coworkers' boxes! I have not been disapointed. The JVC RVNB1 gets very loud. At full volume it is painful to the ears if you are closer than about three feet. The subs pump out very powerful and clean base. You can really feel the
puffs of air being ejected from the ports. It surprises people when they walk by and feel the air coming out. The subs have a seperate volume control so the effect can be modulated. As for the overall quality of the sound, i would rate it as very good. I usually listen to rock/pop music at work and this radio excells at this type of music. The powerfull bass really helps. I haven't really listened to classical or jazz so i can't say how they would sound but it should be good.
One of the main reasons that prompted me to buy this product was it's MP3 capability. I did alot of research and there really aren't alot of options for MP3 boomboxes that put out big sound. maybe this will change as more products come out, but for now i think this is your best bet. i made several discs using my PC and they worked perfectly in the JVC unit. it takes about 30 seconds for the unit to read the disc before it plays. It's really nice to be able to have a CD that can play up to 8 hours of music. this is especially helpful in a work place, as the boss may not like his workers fiddling with boomboxes.
Another cool feature of this beast is it's remote control unit. This fits into a handy pouch on the shoulder strap, so as not to get lost. It is a full size remote that can control all functions of the player, including the volume of the subwoofers. I find it very useful at work as i am often restricted in my movements- ie:
working on an assembly line several feet from the radio. the layout of the controls on the remote are very logical and easy to use. the same can be said of the controls on the radio itself.
In summary, this is a great boombox. If you need a big boomer that can play MP3s it may be the only way to go. It is rather spendy at $250 but i found it to be a good value in it's performance and features. It is heavy at 23 lbs. I usually carry it by the handles on the ends rather than the shoulder strap. Either way, it is not easy to haul around. If you are looking for portability this is not a good choice for you. I don't leave my radio at work as i fear it will grow legs. Hauling it in and out from my car each day is a hassle but i put up with it because of the performance of the radio. I really don't want to be without the great sound it provides. This unit looks to be very tough in construction and i am expecting it to last a long time. I have only had it for about 3 months but so far so good. I like the locking mechanisms on the CD and cassette units. Speaking of cassettes, i have never used mine so i can't comment on that. One thing i don't really like, apart from the bulk and weight, is the
overall appearance. It is grey and light grey in color. I find it rather drab. I was actually considering doing a paint job on it to dress it up. Anyway, these are my oppinions and impressions of this fine product. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for big sound and MP3 capability who is willing to put up with it's weight and bulkiness.

Excellent for standard music CDs and MP3 CDs BUT
I did not purchase this through Amazon but as a regular Amazon customer I felt obligated to review this product for my fellow "Amazoners." Everything about this product is excellent and worthy of 5 stars except for the radio reception which is ABSOLUTELY horrible. This device is incapable of picking up nearby stations that all the others radios & receivers that I own can easily pick up, and that would be 5 if you include my car radio. Another strange thing is the way it handles some stations. For example, 101.1 and 101.5 are powerful stations where I live. 101.5 is more powerful though. What the radio does for some reason is receive 101.5 on 101.1, 101.2, 101.3, 101.4, 101.5, 101.6, and 101.7, with only 101.5 actually coming in clear. It does the same thing on all frequencies. So, even though it comes with 30 FM presets, you probably will only be able to use about 10 if you are lucky...and I live close by both New York City AND Philadelphia! Again, music CDs and MP3 CDs sound superb, but I also bought this as an FM radio and for that it is horrible. I am very disappointed for a device like this that costs as much as it does. One final warning: Read carefully its dimensions AND weight! This thing is huge and heavy. Don't think you are going to tote this thing around like a "regular" portable radio because that just isn't going to happen. I hope you find this information helpful.

A Party Entertainer's perfect piece of Equipment
I bought this product after thorough research and sending back another product that was just too large to carry easily.

If you are a magician, clown, or belly dancer, or some other kind of party entertainer this is the perfect portable, all-in-one durable piece of equipment on the market at this time for dragging to gigues. The guitar amp is also for large pin microphone and has a mixing knob (thus it does Karaoke: you can sing with the music). You will not find this in any other description, not even JVCs. I had to buy the product to see what it really can do.

It has no-nonsense buttons, you don't have to read the instructions to operate it and the sound is clear and LOUD.

A great item for the investment, I think I can will it to my kids.

   

Delphi SA10221 XM Portable Satellite Radio Boombox
From Delphi Products

The Delphi Premium Sound System is a portable satellite radio ""boombox"" which allows you to dock your Roady XT, SKYFi3, MyFi, or Audiovox Xpress receiver (XM receiver not included). With an optional adapter, you can also dock your Pioneer Inno or Samsung Helix. The Premium Sound System has precisely-engineered integrated speakers, state-of-the-art power supply and amplifier technology, and advanced digital signal processing. In order for the system to work, you'll need a subscription to XM Satellite Radio in addition to the satellite radio receiver.

• Amazon Sales Rank: #29364 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Delphi
• Model: SA10221
• Dimensions: 9.50" h x 10.20" w x 17.60" l, 9.30 pounds

XM Boombox
I got this today and I am blown away... great sound and great reception... had an attena inside the box that can be extended to a window or outside... or just left inside the box. Just leaving it inside the unit worked great. It has super sound. I couldn't be more happy with this purchase. I use it with an INNO and the adapter sold separatly. The Bass is great... really fills my loft where I listen to it. Really makes my Inno a home unit as well as a portable. Now I don't need to go in the car to hear XM. Also the unit can be battery powered or plugged into the wall. It has a handle to take anywhere. Horay... this is a real winner. BTW he name on the box is Delphi Premium Sound System... I don't know what the diff is for the table model but this one is all I could want for a home system.

Expand the usefulness of your XM receiver
Unit works great for expanding the usefulness of your XM radio to your desk or home.

The only unit available that works with the XpressRC XM receiver, the unit works well. Sound quality is good, and design is generally good. A switch keeps you from accidentally draining the batteries when AC power is available, and a removable antenna with a generous amount of cable allows you reposition the antenna for best performance.

The unit does not protect the XpressRC real well; it could be damaged if you were carrying the unit around much. Also, the speaker grilles, though well made, are metal and could dent relatively easily.

Overall, I'm pleased with the purchase; just don't plan this unit for a knock-about radio that you are not being fairly careful with during it's use.

Very Good XM BoomBox
Delphi SA10221 XM Premium Sound System (Portable Satellite Radio Boombox) is a must have if you spend time by the pool, at the beach, hot tub, lounging on your deck or camping. It's also very convenient for indoor listening.

This system allows you to take your portable XM receiver out of your car and listen to clear XM reception anywhere you want.

The convenience is the key factor. You're paying a monthly fee so why not enjoy your reception anytime of the day.

The sound quality is good. The sound is clear even at top volume. The Bass Boost adds richness to the already clear sound. This system is comparable to the sound of most higher end boom boxes. Note that this isn't a Bose system and doesn't compare with a high or good quality book shelf stereo system, but is very sufficient for portable listening.

My Delphi XM receiver was simply plug and play. One neat feature is using the remote for volume control. While you can turn the volume up and down with the buttons on the unit, the + and - buttons on the remote convert to volume controls when used with the Premium Sound System.

Another feature is the ability to add a repeater antenna. I have a repeater transponder in the house already for my home dock and I purchased an additional antenna for the boom box so we get great reception on the boom box anywhere around the house - whether inside or out.

My family has really enjoyed our boom box on the deck by the hot tube or just relaxing out side. I highly recommend this product. Get the most out of your XM receiver!

   

Hannah Montana Miley Cyrus CD Player by Disney
From DISNEY

Trade-mark Hannah Montana Purple CD Player, with head phones

• Amazon Sales Rank: #34659 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Disney
• Model: 410676

   

Sony ZS-H10CP Heavy-Duty CD Radio Boombox
From Sony

Durable and Rugged Body Construction --- Built to withstand up to the elements without sacrificing sound quality. Protective Safe Guard Bar --- Keeps the boombox safe from stacking items and falling debris. Protective Speaker Guard --- Protects the speakers from dust and water that might otherwise ruin the system. Large Controls for Easy Operation --- allow easy operation even when wearing thick gloves

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1372 in Consumer Electronics
• Color: Red
• Brand: Sony
• Model: ZS-H10CP
• Dimensions: .0" h x .0" w x .0" l, 18.00 pounds

If you need music that you can take with you on any rough and tumble adventure, look no further than the Sony ZS-H10CP CD Boombox. This tough unit is perfect for the job-site, workshop, or backyard, with a rugged and durable design that incorporates a water and dust resistant seal that protects it from the elements.

Durable, water-resistant, and rugged, the Sony ZS-H10CP is ready to provide the background music for your toughest jobs.

In addition to a big handle that makes it easy carry to any project, the ZS-H10CP features a protective safe guard bar that keeps it safe from stacking items and falling debris. You'll also find large controls for easy operation, even when wearing thick gloves. A high-impact plastic housing is designed for outdoor fun, with rubber gaskets, bushings and waterproof seals that help keep out water, moisture, and dirt. Plus, the boombox's footprint fits most shelves, allowing it to be easily incorporated into any tough environment.

But don't let the rugged design fool you; the ZS-H10CP is built to withstand the elements without sacrificing sound quality. A digital AM/FM stereo tuner provides accurate, drift-free tuning of AM and FM radio stations and lets you choose from the wide variety of radio talk shows and music programs, with the added enjoyment of stereo sound. The system also includes a line-in jack for digital music players so you can listen to your entire digital music collection via the boombox. And to really kick the sound up a notch, the ZS-H10CP features Mega Bass sound enhancement.

And for those with a big collection of CDs that make the workday more fun, the ZS-H10CP features a CD player with multiple play modes and ESP-2 anti-shock playback protection. Play modes let you listen to songs in sequence as recorded, in program (RMS) order, all tracks in random (shuffle) order, or a single track over and over. A four-line LCD screen keeps tabs on your track information, and SonicStage music software ships with the unit, so you can compile your own mix CDs.

What's in the Box
ZS-H10CP CD boombox and AC power adapter.

A Hulk of a Boombox
A quick caveat before I review. As of 5/12/2006 the Sony site (and Sears, too) still says this boombox takes 'C' batteries. It doesn't, it takes 'D' size, though a quantity of 6 is correct. I can't see that Amazon has included battery info. one way or the other.

This is truly an Industrial Strength boombox - extremely rugged. I bought one for my handicapped daughter, who needs almost constant music to keep her happy, but has been pretty rough on past boomboxes. This one ought to last.

It is significantly larger than the average portable boombox, so pay attention to the dimensions and weight to see if it's a fit for you.

The only weak spot is the antenna, which my daughter managed to break the first day. Be careful how you restore it to its telescoped slot. We can't find a replacement antenna yet.

Also, it lists on the Sony site and at Sears for $129.99, so I don't know where this site got a list price of $179.99.

A significant Upgrade to the Sony S2
Terms

S2 = Sony ZS-XN30 Multi-Codec S2 Sports CD/Tuner Boombox (White)
H10 = Sony ZS-H10CP Heavy Duty CD Radio Boombox

Background: I bought the H10 to replace a defunct S2. I use three S2s and one H10 daily (and simultaneously) at a swimming pool, so I compare them daily.

My biggest surprise is that, contrary to what the specs imply, the H10 sounds twice as loud as the S2. Perhaps this is due in large part to the H10's significantly better base: there is noticeably more of it, and it is very clean (has low distortion). I play the S2 with the Mega Bass button on, yet the H10 bass is so pronounced and clean that I leave the its Mega Bass off. "Specs imply" means that the specifications state that the H10 = 2.3 watts per speaker vs 2.0 watts for the S2.

The H10 is significantly easier to use than the S2: The S2's up-down Volume buttons have been replaced with a large dial, the S2's jog control whose operation baffled water aerobic instructors has been replaced with clearly marked buttons, and that aggravating push-to-open CD cover has been replaced with a cover that has a hinge lock. And since the CD cover of two of my three S2's is nonfunctional, my guess is that this new hinge-lock cover will be more durable.

On the H10 but not on the S2 are: Line-in (for tape players and ipods), and a storage compartment. The latter is large enough both for both the H10's wall plug and a line-in jack (not provided).

The H10 is noticeably heavier than the S2, about the same width and depth, and twice the S2's heigth. Also, the black-red motif is much more in-your-face than the subtle white of the S2.

8/17/06 Update: At least twice the controls have locked up; that is, the controls have acted as if a "Hold" switch was turned on, except the H2 has no such switch. Both times removing the batteries solved the problem. I deduce that this is caused by some combination of relatively uncommon button-pushing.
7/27/09 Update: Absolutely no lockup since the Summer of '06.

In summary, the H10 both sounds better and is significantly easier to operate than the S2.

10/16/06 Update: I've started adapting to limited floorspace by playing the H10 on its side; note that it is designed to be able to do so.

11/7/06 Update: The H10 sounds so much better than the S2 that I replaced all three S2s with H10s.

7/27/09 Update:
1. To get maximum performance at maximum volume, plug the H10 in, to either a wall socket or an external battery, like the Duracell Powersource Mobile 100.
2. Lasts longer poolside than any other boombox I know of: Most boomboxes last about 6 months poolside; in contrast, the two H10's lasted for more than two years of daily (Monday through Friday) use; then their CD players stopped working at about the same time.

Excellent Product
I searched high and low for a product like this and seriously, this was the only one that had it all ... plays regular and mp3 CDs, AM/FM radio, line-in for any external player from laptops to mp3 players, no useless cassette player to get in the way and most importantly, it has GREAT sound; plenty of volume and bass response. Yes, it's heavy duty. It is rugged enough to take along to the work site, keep in the garage, take camping, you name it; it has sealed compartments and speaker guards to protect from dust or hits; it has a sturdy handle built into a protective frame; it has a small enough footprint to sit on most standard shelves ... also, it has a smarter, simpler look that I appreciate; it doesn't look like some sci-fi robot or a work of abstract art ... it is surprisingly light since the power supply is contained with the AC adapter (some might find it a negative to have to lug around a heavier, bulky AC adapter, but it depends on your perspective). The unit also contains a storage compartment for line-in cords, head phones or mp3 players. Like I said, it is hard to find any other product that completely rivals this unit in it's price range. Highly recommended if you need a rugged player with great sound, mp3 capabilities and line-in feature. I am really enjoying mine.

   

Memorex Disney Princess DCD6000-P - CD player with radio
From Memorex

Memorex is a manufacturer and distributor of brand name consumer electronics worldwide. Memorex is keeping abreast of the latest trends in consumer electronics, so that it can provide the most innovative, quality products to you. reflecting the company's philosophy to provide innovative concepts on fast-growing market sectors.

Disney's exciting Princess-styled DCD6000-P portable radio from Memorex offers cool Disney fashion that kids will love alongside great CD and radio functionality. It delivers full compatibility with homemade audio CD-Rs and CD-RWs, 45 seconds anti-skip protection, and drift-free digital PLL tuning with a 20-preset memory to simplify radio operation (10 FM, 10 AM). Twenty-four-track CD programming and random/repeat play make it easy for users to play favorites.

The DCD6000-P's portal-like LCD screen features custom two-tone Disney animation and offers clear indicators for CD track, radio station, preset number, reception strength, and battery level. Kids will enjoy the unit's large, light-blue buttons arranged in the famous Mickey Mouse silhouette. The included stereo headphones have their own volume control, and their wrap-around design won't impede movements or get tangled in hair. Bass boost heightens the impact of most CD and radio programming when desired.

A snazzy red Disney logo accents the CD player's soft pink and lavender coloring. The unit runs on two AAA batteries (not included).

My litte one loves it, that is all I need to know.
I bought this for my four year old. I was thinking she would get it and break it or lose interest in a matter of days. But, to my surprise she loves it. She has not broken it or lost interest. She have dropped it several times and this thing is durable. The bright colors, the big buttons and the flashing graphics just puts a smile on her face.
So, as far as I am concerned her happiness is all that matters to me. I highly recommend this cd player.
Young at heart mom.

Somewhat disappointed
I got this for my daughter for her 4th birthday and she loved it. But within a year, we have had trouble with the cd player not playing and strange error messages. The buttons are cute, but trying to figure out what they mean without always going back to the instructions is annoying. It's alright, but could be more user friendly and durable.

Very under powered
Very under powered keep plenty of batteries available only takes Two AA and eats them very quickly. Head phones broke in a about ten weeks. Also volume control on headphones had to be taped because volume way to high for a kids. Cute, yes worth the money no Disney could have done better.

   

Sirius Soloist Universal Sound System
From Sirius Satellite Radio

This multi functional media dock from Directed Electronics features the most versatile amplified dock with a patented NXT stereo sound panel. The Soloist delivers 20 watts of clear dynamic sound from simply plugging in your sirius radio

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1110 in Car Audio or Theater
• Brand: Sirius Satellite Radio
• Model: SOLOIST
• Dimensions: 12.00" h x 7.00" w x 7.00" l, 1.00 pounds

Bring your Sirius satellite radio receiver or iPod to life with the Soloist universal sound system. Boasting a series of docking cradles and adapters for holding the Sirius Sportster 3 and 4, Starmate 3 and 4, Stiletto SL100 and SL10, and Stratus receivers, along with a separate cradle that holds all dockable iPods, the sound system serves as an ideal audio centerpiece for your bedroom, office, or basement rec room. Simply drop your preferred audio device into one of the docking cradles and you're set. Listeners will love the Soloist's rich, detailed sound, which employs patented NXT honeycomb flat-panel speaker technology to create a dynamic, powerful audio performance. The flat-panel surfaces vibrate seamlessly to provide a full audio range, while the four built-in exciters are coupled at lower frequencies to flesh out the bass response. The resulting sonic footprint resonates in all directions, making this a far more immersive system than most integrated speaker models.

The Soloist receives high-quality satellite reception thanks to its indoor/outdoor antenna, which includes a 21-foot connection cable. For best results, listeners should place the antenna on the roof (the antenna is fully waterproof), where it's more likely to find a clear path to the satellite signals. However, the antenna may still work well if located on the side of the house or near a window, provided it receives an unobstructed view of the sky.

The Soloist is also equipped with an LCD display that coordinates the built-in clock, source, timers, and other functions. The full-featured alarm and sleep timer, meanwhile, come in handy should you locate the Soloist in a bedroom. The alarm lets you wake to one of Sirius's more than 130 digital streams--including music, news, talk, sports, or entertainment--as well as recorded Sirius content or an iPod playlist. The sleep timer works in the opposite direction, playing your Sirius or iPod tunes for 10 to 90 minutes (in 10-minute increments) until you fall asleep.

Other details include a 20-watt Tripath amplifier; five built-in equalization settings (flat, classic, rock, pop, and jazz); a dynamic bass boost function that improves the low frequency response; a USB connection for hooking up to your PC; line and auxiliary inputs and a line output for connecting external audio sources to the system; a headphone jack for private listening; and a wireless remote with buttons for virtually all of the system's functions, including a 0-9 direct keypad for selecting Sirius channels. The Soloist, which measures 12.62 by 7.88 by 4.62 inches (W x H x D), is backed by a one- year warranty.

What's in the Box
Soloist sound system, AC/DC power adapter with 6-foot cord, wireless remote with battery, antenna with 21-foot cord, Sportster docking cradle, Starmate/Stratus cradle adapter, Stiletto docking cradle, iPod docking cradle, clock battery, user's manual.

Worth the extra expense
The way I look at this product, is that it serves all the necessary functions of the Stiletto Home Kit, while packing in enough extra features to be worth the extra fifty bucks or so. The biggest feature is obviously the speaker, so you won't have to try to patch your Stiletto through an FM radio in order to be able to listen to it. The other is that it has a link-in for your iPod as well. This isn't just an auxiliary jack to plug your iPod into; it acutally has an iPod docking station, you can recharge and even, it appears, sync up using the attached USB port. That said, there are a few issues that prevent this product from being flawless. It won't funtion as a dock for older Sirius radios; I believe the Starmate 3 is the oldest compatible model. In addition, it can't dock an iPod and a radio at the same time; there are a few awkward and easy to loose adapters that you have to keep on stand by in order unplug and switch between the two; I estimate that switching from a Stiletto to an iPod could take up to five minutes. Lastly, my biggest issue with the device is the remote. Since not all of the functions are buttons on the actual body of the device, if you loose the remote, you will no longer be able to do certain things. Granted, you may still be able to imput them directly from the sirius radio, but the manual for the product suggests that you don't do this. The remotes that come with the radios do still work even when the device is docked. My final issue with the remote is that it is not as easy to interface with the Stiletto as it is when undocked. In fact, there appear to be a few fuctions that are not available from the remote.

Sweet Sounds!
Before I get too into this review, I would like to say that this review is about the Soloist Universal Sound System, not the Sirius Service nor about my reception (this rocks for me, but your mileage may vary).. Thanks, now on to my humble review.

I received the soloist to go along with my Stiletto 100, and was immediately put off by the skinny speakers. I'm used to having big sounds from bigger speakers, so when I saw these little things, I really expected a tinny, treble sound. I was wrong about this. Maybe it doesn't have the power to shake your house, but it's got a full, rich sound that works well for everything from metal to talk radio, with more than enough volume to fill my room, and, if I remember right (I'm not looking at it right now) but I believe it's got a line out to power your monster system. The Stiletto fits in with a small plastic bit that covers the bottom of the unit as well as holding it in place.
I don't particularly care for the small plastic bits, and I'm sure if I *HAD* to, I could find them again, but they're so easy to misplace..
If I had an iPod, I could connect it to the Soloist, but I don't, so I haven't, but it's nice to know that I can (if you want to send me an iPod to "test" I'll happily do so, but can't guarantee that you'll get it back, call it a donation, I'll agree with you)
Anyway, it's also got a line in, and that works nicely for another mp3 player, or, like me, to test an XM radio before I gave it to my dad.
It's also got an alarm, that I've used on a few occasions, and it seems to work well (I haven't been late for work due to the alarm, just my laziness, and obsession with writing reviews for Amazon instead of getting ready for work).
Overall, I'm very happy with the unit, and more than a little suprised by the quality of the sound of the device, and would recommend it (and have) to anyone who's got a radio or iPod that fits it.

Better than I expected...LOVE it
When I bought these speakers I didn't know that I can use them for my iPod as well as my Sirius radio. The sound quality is great. It comes with everything you need to use your Sirius radio at home. The remote works with both the iPod and Sirius. It can be used as an alarm clock too. I really love this speaker system and would recommend it to anyone.

   

RCA RCD160 Portable MP3/CD Player Boombox with AM/FM Tuner
From RCA

Thomson provides a wide range of video technologies, products and services to consumers and professionals in the entertainment and media industries. Offering an array of state-of-the-art digital products and services, Thomson adds value to hundreds of millions of consumers around the world every year.

• Amazon Sales Rank: #86541 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: RCA
• Model: RCD160

Enjoy more of your favorite digital music without spending extra cash with the RCD160 boombox. Compatible with not only CD, CD-R, and CD-RW formats but also MP3 files when loaded on a CD-R/RW disc, the slick boombox offers an affordable alternative to more-expensive personal MP3 players, making it a good choice for everything from barbecues to camping trips. It also makes a nice addition to an office, bedroom, or other location where a high-end system isn't needed.

As with most other RCA boomboxes, the RCD160 is designed with simplicity in mind. The front panel includes a straightforward LCD display that sits above a series of skip/search buttons for both individual tracks and MP3 folders. Located on both sides of the display are buttons that control the CD player's 20-track programming, along with such basic functions as repeat and random play, song skip/search, and play/pause. Should CDs and MP3s get hold, listeners can turn to the digital AM/FM tuner to enjoy local public and commercial radio. The device even includes 20 presets that make it easy to find your favorite stations.

The RCD160 owes its audio performance to its pair of 4-inch bass reflex speakers (2.5 watts x 2) and its quartet of equalizer presets (rock, pop, jazz, and classical) that optimize the sound to fit your musical taste. Listeners can also further enhance the sound by activating the Dynamic Digital Bass Boost system, which delivers deeper, more powerful low-end tones. Appropriately for a portable player, the device runs on six D-size batteries and includes a fold-down carrying handle for easy transport and a stereo headphone jack. It also measures 14.17 by 5.91 by 10.24 inches (W x H x D) and carries a one-year warranty on parts and labor.

What's in the Box
RCD160 boombox, detachable power cord, user's manual.

ok for limited use
i bought this to play old radio shows in mp3 that don't play on alot of better machines (the encoding is low i think). they play fine but it's very annoying to fast forward one show at a time and sometimes the buttons aren't responsive at all. it stays in one spot so it isnt getting alot of movement which might increase it's life. all in all , it does the job and the sound is fine on my machine for my purpose but it certainly isn't worth any more than i paid for it. When i have the time, i'll probably test other machines to see if they will do the job better. It does give better sound than my Rio portable mp3 disk player which i play thru a headset or speakers. the Rio has very low volume (which is probably why they lost the market to IPOD and are now not making them).

good sound, but mine was broken.
Mine was broken when I got it --- after playing a CD for about 15 minutes the sound would start getting really noisy and full of static. For the first 15 minutes, however, the sound was nice. If you get one that works it is nice. Also, note that for MP3 playback, there is no ID3 tag support --- basically it is really primitive and only shows a number (for which track is playing).

My rating for RCA 160 MP3/CD Player
In the few weeks I've had my MP3 player I have listened to nearly
everyday. I collect old time radio shows, and have hours of listening pleasure thanks to this player. The turn/around time
from order to receipt was very good. I highly reccommend this
player, and Amazon's fine service to anybody who might be in the
market for a similar machine.

   

Sirius SUBX2 Speaker Dock Audio System for Dock and Play Radios
From Sirius Satellite Radio

New! Sirius Speaker Dock Audio System for Dock & Play Radios

• Brand: Sirius Satellite Radio
• Model: SUBX2
• Dimensions: 8.00" h x 6.00" w x 14.00" l, 11.00 pounds

Sirius SUBX2 boom box
Bought this item to go with a Sirius Sportster 5. Easy to use. Sound is good. I have used it in the car while traveling as well as inside my house. Works well as long as the antenna is positioned near a window or on the dash. (Antenna cable has plenty of length.) This product has met my expectations/needs.

Non working unit
I received the docking station and was quite excited to have it. Upon plugging the device into the outlet, it would not power on.

Great Accessory
Apart from the limitations inherent in satellite radio (signal strength and antenna placement) this is a good little boom box. Easily portable, light in weight, and visually not too clunky looking. The sound is very good. I've not tried it with batteries yet, so I can't speak to the duration of operation on batteries alone. Ideally, the box would have a longer power cord. In all, a good addition to my home electronics.

   

Refurbished Sonic Impact 5085 I-Fusion Portable Speakers for iPod
From Sonic Impact

The i-Fusion is the first rechargeable and truly portable speaker case system with docking station made exclusively for the iPod and iPod mini. Universal adapters custom fit any generation iPod or iPod mini with docking capacity. Non-docking iPod 's play as well using a stereo connector, included. The i-Fusion has been designed to hi-fidelity standards utilizing aluminum cone neodymium drivers for clarity, ported speaker housings and advanced Maxxbass technology for an enhanced bass response while minimizing distortion. The result is the best sound in its category.The i-Fusion hard cover case has a number of functions. The case is a durable cover to protect your speaker system against the elements while traveling. Inside the case you will find a convenient pop open door that will serve as storage for any size iPod or iPod mini and a second storage compartment that houses the lithium ion battery and has room to store your earbuds. The net result is you have not only protected your system and your iPod but have downsized your travel items from three to one.The hard case also serves as an audio enhancer. Our engineers chose the optimal materials, size and density of the hard case to encourage it to act as a speaker cabinet and further enhance the audio output relative to other portable speakers. The net result is a distinct and superior audio effect. The i-Fusion is truly a mini boom box with high fidelity sound.All of the convenient electronic features have been added to the i-Fusion, including a premium three phase lithium ion rechargeable battery, auto standby power mode when idle, battery charge display lights, iPod 30 pin connector dock and 30 pin connector input for direct music transfer while docked, AC adapter and a 3.5 audio input for iPod 's without docking capabilities.

Note: This item has been inspected and refurbished by a trusted reseller or the original manufacturer.

The i-Fusion is the first rechargeable and truly portable speaker case system with docking station made exclusively for the iPod and iPod mini. Universal adapters custom fit any generation iPod or iPod mini with docking capacity.

Non-docking iPod's play as well using a stereo connector, included. The i-Fusion has been designed to hi-fidelity standards utilizing aluminum cone neodymium drivers for clarity, ported speaker housings and advanced Maxxbass technology for an enhanced bass response while minimizing distortion. The result is the best sound in its category.

The i-Fusion hard cover case has a number of functions. The case is a durable cover to protect your speaker system against the elements while traveling. Inside the case you will find a convenient pop open door that will serve as storage for any size iPod or iPod mini and a second storage compartment that houses the lithium ion battery and has room to store your earbuds. The net result is you have not only protected your system and your iPod but have downsized your travel items from three to one.

The hard case also serves as an audio enhancer. Our engineers chose the optimal materials, size and density of the hard case to encourage it to act as a speaker cabinet and further enhance the audio output relative to other portable speakers. The net result is a distinct and superior audio effect. The i-Fusion is truly a mini boom box with high fidelity sound.

All of the convenient electronic features have been added to the i-Fusion, including a premium three phase lithium ion rechargeable battery, auto standby power mode when idle, battery charge display lights, iPod 30 pin connector dock and 30 pin connector input for direct music transfer while docked, AC adapter and a 3.5 audio input for iPod 's without docking capabilities.

What's in the Box
Remanufactured i-Fusion portable speakers, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, stereo connection cable

Pod Boomer in a Box
Saw it in a store for $149.95. Pleased to see it at Amazon for $89.95 (reburb). Arrived looking brand new, not a mark on it. Worked like a charm. Fills the whole room with great sound. Only downside is that the transformer will not fit into the "ear bud" stowaway compartment inside the case, so you have to tote the transformer along separately when you travel. But, the great sound and the design more than make up for that inconvenience.

great item! no problems at all
I can't say enough good things about this product. It's the perfect portable for the pod. Sound quality is great.

Only two semi-drawbacks:
1) can't get good bass from it
2) no place to store the power cord while in transit

Unbelievable sound from this little thing!
If you are looking for a truly portable speaker system for you ipod, look no further. This unit packs a powerful punch, has great battery life, is light weight and has the sound quality that rivals many of the top brands in the speaker industry. I'd recommend this to anyone looking to buy a portable speakers for their ipod.

   

COBY CX-CD241 Portable CD Player with AM/FM Radio
From Coby

Portable CD Player with AM/FM Radio

• Amazon Sales Rank: #514 in Consumer Electronics
• Color: Silver
• Brand: Coby
• Model: CX-CD241
• Dimensions: 5.00" h x 9.00" w x 8.00" l, 9.04 pounds

Hummm
Pro:
1. Tiny
2. Tiny
3. Cute
4. Decent radio reception even with very short antenna

Con:
1. Puny sound (but it's a tiny, inexpensive stereo...)
2. IT HUMS. In radio or CD mode, there is a moderate/low pitched hummming sound that comes through the music. Even when you're not playing a CD, there's the hum. I thought it was just me, since I'm very sensitive to hums, but my wife (who doesn't care) noticed it, too, without my pointing it out.

I MAY keep this boombox because it's cheap and cute, but the hum really does irritate me.

Can't beat the price. Bought mine last week and it came with a powercord.
This is perfect for casual non audio-phile indoor/outdoor use. I bought this to have some tunes outside while myself and a few other workmen are restoring a barn on my property. It is exactly what I needed. I wanted something I didn't mind getting a bit messed up (paint splatters, dings, etc). It's small, lightweight, inexpensive and very functional. The sound quality is decent (especially outdoors with other ambient noise) and though it definitely doesn't have some cooler features (shuffle, etc), it works great for what I wanted it for. I was worried after I read some of the reviews (after I purchased it) that it didn't come with a power cord, but mine did, so I was very happy I didn't have to go out and find one that fit, though I imagine that wouldn't have been that difficult at Radio Shack or some other type of store. All around, I'd say it's a 4 stars for what it is. If you're expecting amazing indoor sound, I'd rate it lower, but it's obviously for pool-side or kids room style use. And if you rate it on what it's meant to be used for, it's decent.

Junk
I bought this radio as a Christmas gift for my seven year old son. The CD player did not work. It was a bummer. Also, when I bought it I did not know that is was a refurbished unit.