Advantages: Neat design, plays CD CD-R CD-RW, excellent sound, MW/FM stereo and tape deck Disadvantages: Not MP3 compatible
...on my choice of the Philips MC-145 for little under £40. I gladly handed over the money and then headed home.
To my surprise it was a very light box. I hate heavy things so you'll be glad to know this wasn't a struggle to carry home at all, more awkward sized.
Space is an issue in my house, so I was pleasantly surprised to see it fitted perfectly, speakers and all, on a small side table. Now ready to blast out some noise from this little beauty, ... ...prepared for the sound that flowed from the 10w speakers. It was fresh, clean and quite bassy. I was impressed as it was the sound I expected from something twice the price. Not being a tin-can pinging kind of sound was an utter relief for me. Being content with the quality of the sound, I tested the radio. Nothing really special there, just an MW/FM band but does come with a few handy preset stations. Once again, gave good sound and clear reception. ...
cuteygirl 26.11.2007
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Advantages: Very reasonable price Disadvantages: Very basic features (but all of which work well)
On looking for a mini hi fi (or micro hi-fi system, if you want to be precise) I was pleased to find this for under £40, especially with it being from a reputable brand.
It came well packaged and protected.
The machine has three functions: CD, Radio and Cassette.
The radio picks up FM and MW signals, with a long wire aerial, which is very flexible. I can easily pick up French, Spanish and German radio stations on MW.
The cassette deck is very ... ...than some machines. It seems very sturdy as well, though I haven't used it much.
The CD player is of a very good quality, and the 'bass boost' function (which works across all of the functions) is invaluable. It plays CD-Rs as well. The lid to where the CD is inserted seems sligtly flimsy.
It comes with a very slim, fashionable remote control which is good, but has a very small range, and doesn't work unless you point directly at it with nothing ...
www.tubbs2000.tk 23.01.2008
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