Does anyone know about how the sound of this compares with the cheaper, black Sangean unit? I imagine it's much better with the passive speakers.
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I have not compared the sangean wr fi with lower priced sangean radios but I did compare with a I home unit costing over 100.00 and my sangean hi-fi radio is much better than the I home. the sangean is very close to Bose table radio. I hope this helps Ray Hostetler
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Hi, S~On sound quality ::: I've had a Bose compact radio since 1988 ::: It was excellent, but finally pooped-out.I replaced it with the Sangean and it surprised me that it has all the treble and base tones qualities of the Bose as far as I can tell - even at high volume :)Hope this helpsLarry CounceMetairie, Louisiana
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I'm not sure what "cheaper, black" unit you're referring to. I have a smaller unit that does NOT have an iPod attachment. The larger one pictured is definitely better. I especially like it because with the source button you can change from FM to AM to Aux to iPod -- and when you switch from iPod back to FM, it actually turns the iPod off.
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sounds pretty good but if youre gonna use it as an alarm clock don waste the money only works with gen 4 ipods and iphone4
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The sound quality of the radio is comparable to the Sangean, maybe a little bit clearer. Because of the compact size, it is more convenient to carry around.
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If they have a lower sn db rating they will sound better. Although I would buy a higher quality one this one sounded like crap and went bad after two weeks. NAD makes a good one and I am happy with it for a year now.
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This model seems to have better sound response and seems to be more eficient. I have it as the front speakers in my living and the rc80i as the surround and it's a good combination. In my opinion. Hope this helps!!
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Well this truly is a very important point/question/answer. I live in a town house and I need speakers that wont be heard by neighbors, this is the true audiophile's lifestyle problem. What you have said about the sound being heard more in the listening room than in the entire house would actually be a good marketing argument for Martin Logan to promote this speakers. Ill test this out. Thanks guys.
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I, too, had to choose between the RC Micro and the Classic. I worried the the RC Micro's were too small to provide a full sound. I ended up choosing the RC MIcro's. Here's why: 1. I scoured the different audio forums to get the opinion of people who knew more than me. In the AVS forum (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1153061), I found a posting by a member who posted frequently and who seemed to be highly respected by other forum members. This is what he wrote, "RC-Micro are smaller, with higher build quality and better drivers (than the Classic). They will have a more "refined" sound. The sub is a little better also. Whether it is "worth it" is strictly up to you and how critical you are in your bedroom listening. If you can afford the extra and are seeking the maximum sound quality from the smallest possible package, the RC-Micro will be great. If you aren't super critical and will only be doing casual, moderate volume listening, the Take Classic will probably be fine." 2. I called the tech help at Energy Speakers (they're very helpful, by the way). I told them I could buy the Classic or the RC Micro for the same price. Their tech guy said absolutely take the RC Micro's. 3. They sound better, they look better. I'm really happy with the RC Micro's. Hope that helps!
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I like mine. It performs well and, in my opinion, it's worth the money. However, if you're expecting the kind of sound described in your question, I think you are going to have to spend more money for something more powerful. Good luck.
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Excellent small speakers and since they are both Carnival1, it is just a matter of the colour preference to go with you dcor! Seems to be the black ones are the speaker of choice since there were not that many available when I searched for mine (I chose black) but the Calvados colour seemed to be in abundance! Whichever colour you choose I am sure you will be happy with the sound.
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Well I have a set of aperion verus forte speakers. I love how they sound with my 818. Crystal clear. I have them in a large bedroom. I didn't have the cash for the grands. They're pretty back ordered though. They also have an awesome return/upgrade policy. Aperionaudio.com. Can't say for other brands though since I haven't heard others.
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I am wondering about the music quality using a HTiB system, I mean, for a $100 or so more, you can get an Onkyo TX SR608 & Energy 5.1 Take Classic speakers for around $600 or so total. I'm wondering if the A/V units are worth comparing...Have any of you made the purchase and what is the outcome? Thanks
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Hi, I have had one of these units for a few months now, and am quite pleased with the sound quality given the size of the unit and necessarily tiny speakers. It's not super loud and a little touchy to adjust with the remote, but otherwise fine.
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Yes! I live in NH and with my other radio's (basic cheaper tabletops, run of the mill variety) I couldn't listen to many of my favorite more distant stations unless I was in a particular room of my place, and even then it was often not worth listening to as there was too much static interfering with my listening pleasure. With the new Sangean I get all the stations I wanted and they come in GREAT! Really good sound! I am thinking of getting one for my Dad for Christmas as he listens to radio all night as do I.
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Hello SB, I believe that you are right. My red one is longer than the black one, but I did not notice any difference between the 2 when it came to resonance or sound quality.
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Unfortunatly I am still using the Panasonic speakers that came with integrated dvd/suuround sound unit,SA-PT660. The BIC made a major differance. I originally thought it was the system itself. I just didn.t know if I wanted to spend any more money on a unit that is in my compiter/ work out room.
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To elaborate on my previous post, and to answer the question, it sounds fine at low volume if you're looking for clean sounds. I needed a louder amp which is why I chose this model. Best thing to do is find one locally and take it for a test drive.
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I've been looking into this for a few weeks now and decided to take the plunge. I have heard such good things about it and can't wait for it to arrive tomorrow. I'm only hooking up to it a PS3, my 42" plasma, and my Verizon FIOS box. I can't wait to use it with my new Polk Audio TSI 400s and 200 speakers. How is Polk's audio quality? It must be pretty good since you are still using your antique Polk speakers.
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Very similar. If you closed your eyes and listened to each, you would have a hard time telling the difference. I think the Tivoli has a slightly better sound, but isn't worth the extra $. However, the looks between the two are different. I think the Tivoli looks better. The Sangean has a good quality feel to it though.