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Title: The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Noon Bank$ on July 06, 2003, 05:03:35 PM
Wattup.
I saw this stereo in best buy, and I thought it was pretty hot. Theres some shit that I dont know about, like "MP3 PlayBack" ...ive heard of it but what exactly is it?

Heres a little info about the stereo:
This mini shelf system from Philips features a 5-CD changer and game system control. It also has a USB link so you can play MP3 files from your computer.
 
Model No. FWC577/37
 
 
 
 Accessories Included
 
 Remote Control
 
 Key Features and Description
 
 USB Link for MP3 playback from your PC
Total connectivity with gameport (Xbox, Playstation, GameCube)
Displays song titles from your PC
2 x 165 watts RMS; 330-watt total power
AM/FM digital tuner with 40 presets
Dual logic cassette deck
3-way bass reflex speaker system
6.5-inch woofer
32-key remote control

Picture:
(http://i.walmart.com/i/p/00/03/78/49/93/0003784993275_500X500.jpg)



Can you guys tell me if that seems like a good stereo? The only thing that seems weird..is the video game thing. I only playVice City once in a while, but i guess next time I play it...tha sound will be really good?

Also...The USB port..Im guessing whatever songs I play on my computer, will play out of the stereos speakers? Where it says 'Accessories Included', it doesnt say "USB Cable"..WTF?

So..Is it a good stereo for $188?
Thanks
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Sub-Z on July 06, 2003, 05:31:20 PM
mp3 playback=plays mp3 cds (putting mp3s onto a cdr as data instead of audio)
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Jome on July 06, 2003, 09:19:01 PM
mp3 playback=plays mp3 cds (putting mp3s onto a cdr as data instead of audio)

Yeah, and besides.. all you need to play mp3 on your stereo is a cable @ £15-20 or so.. (if you have analog input on your stereo.. but that's standard)
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Noon Bank$ on July 06, 2003, 09:29:15 PM
Thats true..But my current stereo stopped playing CDs.
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Sub-Z on July 06, 2003, 09:47:31 PM
punch it
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: UnstoppableForce on July 06, 2003, 10:16:31 PM
punch it

Unless the stereo is white in color right?
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Sub-Z on July 06, 2003, 10:17:09 PM
yeah i think youre catching on
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Noon Bank$ on July 06, 2003, 10:30:45 PM
Believe me..I tried.
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Reef on July 07, 2003, 03:30:43 AM
damn thats a sweet system right there.
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: HHH on July 07, 2003, 03:38:13 AM
damn thats a sweet system right there.

 8)
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: JTSimon on July 07, 2003, 08:00:41 AM
There is only 1 problem


Its not a Sony ;D
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Noon Bank$ on July 07, 2003, 08:07:54 AM
There is only 1 problem


Its not a Sony ;D

SHUT UP YO. lol. Its still really nice. Its 330 watts...thats pretty good.


If you read what it has, it says cassette deck.. Ive looked that picture up and down and I cant find 1...unless its on the back. And when I saw it in person I dont remember seeing the cassette deck.
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: OpTiCaL on July 08, 2003, 10:34:26 AM
Its a nice system...someone who works with me has that an it almost matches mine ;)


lol get it...sony are the better end of the affordable commercial market but you pay for it...


...hell id love bang and olfsen stereo n flat picture speakers
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: CharlieBrown on July 08, 2003, 12:17:01 PM
Fuck no, don't buy that pile of shit. First of all it looks ugly as hell and secondly it will probably sound like crap. Save up and start building a HiFi set up, they're what you need to play music on.  
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Lord Funk on July 08, 2003, 12:25:53 PM
it looks ugly as hell  

My thoughts exactly.
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: T-Dogg on July 08, 2003, 12:32:11 PM
Yeah, if it's possible for you, save up your cash and build your stereo from elements - separate amplifier, separate cd player, separate speakers + the stuff you might want, like MD or sumthin'. Each part is designed to do its thing as good as possible, no compromises. I personally can't afford to get that shit, I only got a pre-built system. But as soon as I get a job I ain't fuckin' with that shit anymore - I'm goin' HiFi.

But if we're sticking to pre-built systems like this, I wouldn't be fuckin' with a Philips. Either a JVC or a Sony.
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Suga Foot on July 08, 2003, 12:47:53 PM
(http://i.walmart.com/i/p/00/03/78/49/93/0003784993275_500X500.jpg)

EEEEEWW!!!!  That's fuckin UUUUUUUUGLY!  That isn't even a stereo, it's like a little ghetto blaster.  Go Big or Go Home.
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Primo on July 08, 2003, 01:40:36 PM
go get a car system...thats only think i will listen to music on.
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: Noon Bank$ on July 08, 2003, 02:01:21 PM
 :-\

Im only 16...and I dont think I need a great stereo right now. Maybe wen I get my own place or sumthing. Im still going to keep an eye out for different stereos. I saw a big ass Sony that was 500 watts for $300. It was only a 3 CD Changer tho. Imma price hifi's too.
Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: OpTiCaL on July 09, 2003, 03:10:03 AM
If you saw a sony but only with 3 disc-change id get it...

...my sony is the mutts-nutts ;)


and its about 5 years old...still kicks ass outta anyone elses lol



...the other one you looking at as i said i know someone who has it..i hear it on a regular basis as we live in the same house...its quite good...base powerful and sound quite sharp...


...then again its not a sony...with stereos you do pay for the name but you will also be assured of quality


..the choice is yours dogg

Title: Re:The Stereo I Wanna Get
Post by: JTSimon on July 09, 2003, 06:23:52 PM
Sony is the best in everything...I would cry if they made cars ;D

http://www.circuitcity.com/detail.jsp?c=1&b=g&qp=0&bookmark=bookmark_0&oid=69321&catoid=-8022

Get this Sony System.......look on the 3D pic.

(http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B00008UI05.01.LZZZZZZZ.jpg)

Sony’s 360-watt shelf system fills any space with great sound. Featuring a 3-disc changer with CD-R/RW and MP3 playback, it also has a full-logic dual cassette deck and AM/FM tuner with 30 station presets. The 3-way speaker system and 120-watt subwoofer give your music the attention it deserves. Game Sync™ mixing allows you to hook your gaming system up to the front A/V inputs and really experience your games’ soundtracks.

Customer Ratings Based on 73 ratings
What are customer ratings?

   Avg
Sound Quality  4.9
Design  4.7
Features  4.6
Cost / Benefit  4.8
Overall  4.8

Product Specs Specification
 Sony Shelf System with 3-Disc Changer and Game Sync™ Mixing and Subwoofer
Warranty:Months
Labor/Parts 12/12
Item Height in Inches  12.8
Item Width in Inches  11
Item Depth in Inches  9.5
Weight  52.7 lbs
Finish  Silver
Front Power  240 Watts
Center Power  N/A
Surround Power  N/A
Subwoofer Power  120 Watts
Dolby® Pro Logic  N/A
Dolby® Pro Logic II  N/A
DTS  N/A
Dolby® Digital  N/A
Digital Tuner  YES
# of EQ Presets  4
CD Player  YES
DVD Player  NO
Disc Capacity  3
Load Type  Tray
Play Exchange  YES
CD Text Display  NO
Number of Cassette Decks  Dual
Auto Reverse  NO
Remote Controls Cassette  YES
High Speed Cassette Dubbing  NO
Speaker Type  3-Way Main Speakers with Hybrid Dual 5'' Woofers
Center Speaker Included  NO
Rear Speakers Included  NO
Separate Subwoofer Included  YES
All Video Shielded Speakers  NO
# RCA Inputs  3
#/Type Digital Input  0
#/Type Digital Output  0
Subwoofer Output  YES
Headphone Jack  YES
Clock/Timer/Alarm  YES
Remote Type  Remote Commander®
Component Dimensions (H x W x D, Inches)  12.8 x 11.0 x 9.5
R/L Speaker Dimensions (H x W x D, Inches)  12.8 x 10.4 x 13.7
Center Speaker Dimensions (H x W x D, Inches)  N/A
Surround Speaker Dimensions (H x W x D, Inches)  N/A
Subwoofer Dimensions (H x W x D, Inches)  12.8 x 10.4 x 13.7
Other Features  
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