Showing posts with label kitchen radio. Show all posts
Showing posts with label kitchen radio. Show all posts

1/07/2011

GE 75295 Ultra-Slim Spacemaker Compact Stereo (CD/Radio) Review

GE 75295 Ultra-Slim Spacemaker Compact StereoThis is a nice radio, but the CD player did not work in the first one we received (as a Christmas present); we went through the process of getting it replaced, hooked up the new one, and the CD player in that one did not work either.

This thing stinks.

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Product Description:
This handy appliance is ideal for the kitchen or craft studio or any place in which the right music might inspire you to achieve your best. The Spacemaker 75295 combination CD player and AM/FM stereo radio, digital clock, and timer conserves space by mounting neatly beneath cabinet or other fixture. GE includes all necessary hardware and a bilingual installation template (English and Spanish).
The 75295 has a light, clean, streamlined design. Its twin 3-inch speakers are beveled downward for optimum sound quality at your listening position, and its cord functions as its FM antenna, so positioning is key for reception (and, of course, the cord has to reach the outlet).
The Spacemaker's countdown timer is great for kitchen placement. It can be set for up to two hours, and it has an alarm that sounds at 0.00. If the CD or radio is on when the alarm sounds, the unit will soften the peripheral sound so that the alarm can be heard. An included remote control simplifies operation.

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12/30/2010

Sony ICF-CD523 Under-Cabinet CD Clock Radio Review

Sony ICF-CD523 Under-Cabinet CD Clock RadioGood purchase.Straight forward install under kitchen cabinets.
Good balance -- good example of getting what you pay for.Didn't expect it to "pump out the sound" but didn't want it to sound like cheap tin either.Most important ----- wife loves it!!!!!

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Sony ICF-CD523 Slim Design Under-Cabinet Space Saving Kitchen CD Clock Radio --- brings a multi-media entertainment center into the kitchen, mounting under a cabinet so it takes up none of your precious counter space.

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12/18/2010

Tivoli Audio SongBook AM / FM Alarm Clock Travel Radio, Green Review

Tivoli Audio SongBook AM / FM Alarm Clock Travel Radio, GreenThe new Tivoli Songbook is one sweet, versatile radio.I was reluctant to order it because it was brand new model and I couldn't find any reviews, but I'm glad I overcame my reluctance and purchased this radio.I consider it expensive for an AM/FM radio so I expect serious performance for the money--I was not disappointed.It's Tivoli, so I expected sound quality and Tivoli delivers.The sound isn't quite as full as the Model One, but it's more than adequate.For talk radio, it's simply the best sound I've heard from any radio.

One reason I hesitated purchasing was because I planned to use this as a table radio more than a travel radio--the lack of external antenna jacks was a concern because I have trouble with AM reception in my area.The real surprise was the reception--this small radio locked on and pulled in signals that I have trouble pulling in with some of my better radios like the GE Superadio or Grundig Satellit 800--all while delivering a clear, clean signal.Admittedly, I'm not a DXer, and I'm not suggesting this is the radio for that purpose, but it's performance, particularily on AM, is impressive for such a small package.

Performance was great using the aux input on a Sirius tuner as well as MP3 and CD.

Overall, it has the look and feel--as well as performance--of a quality product.

One thing that you should be aware of--this model uses an outboard transformer--a relatively large wall wart.That negates some of the travel versatility, IMO, but isn't a problem for home use. One of the smart design features is the wall hang slot on the back--I promptly mounted the thing over my nightstand and cleared off the space formerly eaten up by my cheap, tinny sounding clock radio.

It's a rare day that a product meets my expectations, much less exceeds them, but this is a great radio!

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Product Description:
Whether traveling for business or pleasure, in today's world, having access to news and music is increasingly becoming a necessity rather than a luxury. SongBook delivers the wealth of programming that FM and AM has to offer, in the Tivoli Audio trademark high-fidelity sound. Add that to the sensitive digital tuner, alarm clock, sleep timer, and built-in charger for NiMH/NiCAD batteries, and you have a first class portable clock radio. FM and AM work in Europe and North America.The unique rubberized coating helps to protect SongBook from Mother Nature's elements and from everyday wear and tear. Includes a rear keyhole cut-out for easy wall mounting. And with multiple colors to choose from, you're sure to find one that suits your style. Features include a digital alarm clock with wake to music or beep tone, sleep function, auto manual tuning with 5 station presets, and auxiliary input and stereo headphone output. Its on-demand blue backlit LCD makes for easy viewing in difficult lighting conditions. Enjoy superb AM and FM performance or the go, or add your ipod, MP3 player or portable CD for outstanding portable playback. Operates using included external power supply or six AA alkaline/NiMH/NiCAD batteries or 12V source (batteries and 12V adapter not included).

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9/17/2010

Tivoli Audio SongBook AM / FM Alarm Clock Travel Radio, Silver Review

Tivoli Audio SongBook AM / FM Alarm Clock Travel Radio, SilverWith iPod auxiliary, premium speaker, and above average AM/FM reception, the Songbook is an attractive radio. I've had mine for 3 years. It locks on stations well. The speaker is not overwhelming in volume or bass but produces a warm sound. The speaker is not as rich as Tivoli's brother, the Model One, but the Songbook, perhaps because of its telescopic antenna, gets far better FM reception. One of the advantages of the silver color is that it is aluminum, not rubber like the other colors and the rubber radios hold dirt, which is not easy to clean.

If the Songbook is too pricey for you, you can get similar speaker sound and superior AM/FM reception from the similarly sized Sangean PR-D7 (3-inch mono speaker) or the Sangean PR-D5 (2.5-inch dual stereo speakers).

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The SongBook travel radio delivers the wealth of programming that FM and AM have to offer, in Tivoli's trademark high-fidelity sound. Add that to the sensitive digital tuner, alarm clock, sleep timer, and built-in charger for NiMH/NiCAD batteries, and you have a first class portable clock radio.

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9/04/2010

Sony ICF-CD543RM Kitchen CD Clock Radio (Silver) Review

Sony ICF-CD543RM Kitchen CD Clock RadioI tried other radios in the kitchen, but none could compare to the sound of this unit. FM reception's pretty good too. The "kitchen friendly" controls are easy to clean. Mounting is done by drilling three holes, for which it has a paper template, and it has adjustable spacers to accommodate cabinets with recessed bottoms. It's about 11-1/2 inches deep and just an inch or two wider.

I don't seem to get any weather band channels, and the TV channels I get are very quiet so I have to remember to turn the sound down before switching to FM or CD. The timer's a nice feature for the kitchen but seconds can't be set and it takes a lot of turning to get to longer bake times, like an hour or more. The magnetic remote's also nice but you have to be able to see the sensor and stay within about 45 degrees for it to work.

Overall I'm very happy with it. The sound is great and makes spending all day around the kitchen less lonely, plus it doesn't take up any counter space. I do feel like I paid a small premium for the name Sony though.

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Product Description:
Sony has the perfect addition to your kitchen - the ICF-CD543RM CD/AM/FM/TV Band/Weather Band Kitchen Clock Radio. Featuring an Under Cabinet Interior Design Style, a Space-Saving Slim Look, a Built-in Dynamic Bass Reflex Sound System, CD-R/RW Playback, and a 4 Band Digital Synthesized Tuner (AM/FM/TV/Weather), this Radiorocks! Use the 25 Random Memory Presets, CD Play Modes (Shuffle-Repeat/Repeat-1/Repeat All), and Easy Set Kitchen Timer to make cooking to music simple and fun. In addition, the Magnetic Multi-Function Remote Control can be used as a refrigerator magnet so you will always know exactly where to find it. Listen in the kitchen with the ICF-CD543RM.

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