Product Description
Critics loved the Cambridge Soundworks 740CD and the new 745CD extends popularity by including an external dock that lets you play your iPod through it. A key feature of the 745CD table radio is the sound you won't expect from such a small radio. One of the keys to great sound is getting the bass right. Cambridge Soundworks invented a way to fit a powered subwoofer with its own vented enclosure into this very small, compact package. A powered subwoofer provides the deep bass foundation upon which true full-range sound is built. The result is a unique music system that delivers room-filling sound of a quality that exceeds your expectations. Think of it as a home stereo wrapped inside a little box. It has a CD player that can also play CDR and CDRW discs. It can play 10 hours of music on a single MP3-encoded CD. An external dock for your iPod is included - listen to your tracks through the 745. The dock also doubles as a recharger for your iPod. Of course there's a superb AM/FM radio with a total of 24 programmable station memory presets, has two alarms and, most importantly, offers great sound. An optional dock may be purchased to fit a Creative ZEN multimedia MP3 MP4 player. It also features a convenient "AUX" input enables users to connect other audio sources. Programmable bass and treble controls adjust tonal balance for personal tastes. Overall, this is an astounding table radio that's more than a radio. Listen to it through the day, use the sleep timer to fall asleep to it, awaken to sounds of your choice with 2 alarm settings. A large display is easy to read. Cambridge Soundworks 745CD is simply the best table sound system available. 24 station programmable station memory presets (16 FM / 8 AM) Separate bass and treble controls 48-hour alarm backup (9V battery not included) Magnetically shielded Ultra-compact remote control Unit Dimensions - 4 15/16H x 14W x 9 7/8D; 11 lbs. Cambridge Soundw
Customer Reviews:
Listen up Bose.......2007-08-15
I was looking for a second Bose CD/radio and read another review that had my same frustrations with the Bose. (No Bass/Treble adjustment, lose the remote and you don't have a usable device..). I ordered the Cambridge and here is my comparison. It is slightly larger and Much heavier than the Bose, the sound is comparable but does not have the clean volume range of the Bose. The radio station reception is not good without a lot of tweaking. I do appreciate the exteranl controls on the Cambridgte along with a user friendly remote that operates all the components. The ipod dock is a big plus and EASY. Overall the Cambridge is a close second with user features that make it preferred as my 2nd radio/device player. The price difference is also substantial. That said, I will keep one Bose on hand, but Bose should be listening to why I am buying the Cambridge instead of a second Bose.
Cambridge blows the wave right out of the water.......2007-05-07
I started out buying the wave from just going by the comercials. Not wanting to spend as much as the wave for one of the spare rooms I went on line looking for a cheaper item and came across the Cambridge Table Radio 740 with CD player. Less than one min of listening to this Rocking machine it did not take much to figure out this Cambridge blows the wave right out of the water. It was like night and day the differance plus all the other features that you get for less than the wave radio. Now to sweeten the deal even more they improved it by adding a I Pod dock. I have sence bought the new Chambridge 745 and just like the 740 it Kick you know what. I have the 745 in my bedroom and the 740 in my daughters room and for the Wave, well that thing is in the guest room. I don't know why Cambridge doesn't advertise, there product is a winner.
Average customer rating:
- Weak AM performance
- unbelieveable sound!
- Good as Bose and cheaper
- VERY DISAPPOINTING
- Great sound, but pricey
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Cambridge SoundWorks 740 CD/Radio (Ivory)
Manufacturer: Cambridge SoundWorks
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics
 Radios
| Portable Audio & Video
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Radios
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Accessories:
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Monster Cable MP AV600 Power Protector
Product Features:
- A sleek new look mirrors the SoundWorks Newton Series loudspeaker line
- MP3 compressed audio file playback from CD-R discs
- Two main speakers with actively equalized stereo amplifiers
- Dedicated subwoofer driver with frequency contoured amplifier, for bass response no other table radio can touch!
- Large backlit display panel with two 16-character lines makes navigating MP3 CD-ROMs or setting one of two wake-up settings easy
ASIN: B0000D1E05 |
Product Description
CAMBRIDGE SoundWorks Radio CD 740 - This tabletop radio further refines the much praised Model 88 by Henry Kloss series adding many conveniences to the much acclaimed sound and reputation it has achieved. Today's high performance table radios are better performing and more feature-packed than ever before. And while there are several excellent choices on the market, we think the SoundWorks Radio CD 740 is the best sounding, best value around. Think of it as a home stereo wrapped inside a little box. It can play up to 10 hours of music on a single MP3-encoded CD-ROM, features a superb AM/FM radio with a total of 24 presets, has two alarms and, most importantly, offers great sound. A powered subwoofer provides the deep bass foundation upon which true full-range sound is built. The result is a unique music system that delivers room-filling sound of a quality that will exceed your expectations, but not your budget. Feature for feature and its superior sound help make this tabletop clock radio levels higher than the rest. If you want to wake, listen, or fall asleep to your favorite CD or AM/FM radio, the CD740 is for you. Snooze control Settings for bassw, treble, loudness, and stereo/mono select Scrolling or static readout of Artist & Title info from encoded discs Tuner supports display of RDS ( Radio Data Service ) from many FM stations 16 FM presets & 8 AM presets; programmable by included infrared remote control External AUX inputs on front & back panels Wide mode increases apparent width of soundstage Clock features built-in 10 year backup battery Sleep mode turns sound off after user-adjustable 5-120 minute interval Help menus available in 5 languages Radio Data Service support on FM Stereo Unit Dimensions - 4-15/16H x 14W x 9-7/8W; weighs 12 pounds Color - White Cambridge Soundworks 1-Year Parts and Labor warranty coverage CNet Editor's Choice award
Amazon.com Review
At a suggested retail price $150 less than its nearest competitor, the Cambridge SoundWorks 740 CD/Radio is the hands-down choice to make if you're in the market for a full-sounding table-top compact CD/radio system. If you're looking for a top-of-the-line alarm clock to go along with the sound performance that the Cambridge 740 offers -- well, that's a different story. But let's start with the good news, because it's very, very good news.
Sound
At the heart of the Cambridge 740 is a pair of high-accuracy speakers and a large subwoofer that somehow fits inside the unit's compact case. As we tested the FM reception on a classical radio station, a passerby turned her head and remarked that she'd never actually "felt" the bass from such a small radio before. And it's true; pop in any CD that's heavy on the bass, and you will definitely feel it. Whether you're listening to classical, jazz or rock, this baby will fill your small space with large sound. (We even placed the unit on an outside balcony at medium volume, and a full block away Mile Davis came through nice and clear. It was truly impressive.) It's hard to imagine finding a compact component system that's anywhere near the Cambridge 740 in quality at anywhere near this price.
Design
At about five inches high, fourteen inches wide, and eleven inches deep -- smaller than a breadbox! -- there's no question that the 740 is compact. It's a perfect size for a table top. But is it a perfect size for a night stand? For our taste it's too bulky to place beside the bed. On a related note, the very small buttons -- of which there are twenty-one on the face -- are very small and it's not exactly a cake walk to set the functions, especially as you're waking up or getting ready for sleep. Thankfully, though, the included remote simplifies these tasks enormously. And aesthetically -- again, it's all a matter of taste, and we'll leave it at that. Nevertheless, in this case the sound quality more than makes up for any shortcomings of design.
Features
There's no denying that this baby is loaded with features, most of which seem to work flawlessly. We played factory CDs as well as home-burned CDs with MP3 files without a glitch. The 32-character display, which offers title/track information, was invaluable, especially when playing MP3 files of songs we'd never heard before. And while scanning the FM waves (superb radio reception, by the way!), we were excited to see the radio station information scrolling across the screen. Separate bass and treble controls, a conveniently placed headphone jack, a credit-card sized remote, and 16 station presets all conspire to bring a smile to any user's face. In another nice touch, front and rear auxiliary inputs are provided for external audio sources such as a portable MP3 player.
Alarm Clock
Our only bone of contention with the 740 centered on the alarm clock. After nearly two hours of following the otherwise quite helpful user's guide, we gave up trying to get the alarm clock to do what we wanted with any kind of consistency. We were able to get every feature to work at least once -- we figured out the way to wake up to the alarm tone, to the radio, and to a specific CD track -- but try as we might, it was frustratingly difficult to repeat our efforts successfully. A related grumble is that the display's automatic dimmer function does not dim enough for anything resembling a sleeping level. And finally, in two separate, three-day tests, we synchronized the time display to our cell phone's time, and in each test the 740 had lost one to two minutes by the end of the third day. This was not a scientific test to be sure, but it convinced us that the money dropped on the Cambridge 740 -- which we would gladly drop -- would be spent on its incredible sound technology, not on its alarm clock functionality.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for a compact unit
- $150 less than the nearest competitor with similar functionality
- Programmable display shows radio station information, CD and MP3 text
Cons
- Alarm clock user interface and accuracy could be better
- Not compact enough for the bedside
- Blue LED display should offer greater dimming
Customer Reviews:
Weak AM performance.......2007-03-13
The title says it all for me. Could not pull in AM stations that we frequently listen to. The CD player is fine but only plays one at at time.
unbelieveable sound!.......2007-03-05
I got this for Christmas. It was on my wishlist after alot of research.
I think the functions were pretty straightforward and had no problems setting the alarms. I cannot believe the sound. It's amazing and sounds like a huge soundsystem! I wanted it for an awesome clock radio in the bedroom and I often find myself moving into the living room for parties and get togethers because it sounds better than our big system!
Good as Bose and cheaper.......2007-02-10
I have a Bose Acoustic Wave which I purchased for $500 two years ago and was looking for something of similar quality for a gift but did not want to spend that much this time. I purchased and have listened to the Cambridge Soundworks 740 and it seems to me to be in no way inferior to the Bose and is almost 30% less expensive. It also does not have the disadvantage of being totally without manual controls and operable only with the remote. I do not know how long either will last without problems but based on sound quality, design and price, I recomnend the Cambridge.
VERY DISAPPOINTING.......2007-01-26
5 Weeks after it arrived it would not relinquish the cd within. The sound quality is not good for classical music. If all you want is base and loud base and little more ( suitable for modern pop "music" using the word music loosely) you will like it, if it works.
I returned it and bought a Boston Acoustics model instead, which I love.
Great sound, but pricey.......2007-01-19
The sound quality is beautiful, and I like the fact that it plays MP3 files. The control buttons are tiny, so given my elderly eyesight I had to make a crib sheet for which button does what.
Average customer rating:
- Wave Goodbye to Bose
- Love it so far - buying another today!
- Very simply: the best sounding and the best value!
- Great Radio + Good companion to my mp3 player
- Voltage question
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CAMBRIDGE Model 88CD Table Radio by Henry Kloss®: Slate Grey
Manufacturer: Cambridge SoundWorks
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics
CD Players & Recorders
| Audio & Video
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| Electronics
| CD Players
| CD Recorders
| DJ CD Players
| Portable CD Players
Shelf Stereo Systems
| Compact Stereos
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| Electronics
Executive Compact Stereos
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Product Features:
- Use it as a second stereo, in a bedroom, kitchen, office or den
- Use its auxiliary input to connect a cassette deck, MiniDisc player, MP3 player or stereo TV
- Built-in subwoofer
- Includes a dual alarm system that can be set for two different times using music, an alarm sound or both
- Dimensions - 4-3/4H x 14W x 10D
ASIN: B000069APY |
Product Description
Model 88CD is a wonderful-sounding compact audio system for use as a "second stereo" in a bedroom, kitchen, office or den. It uses high-performance speakers and amplifiers. Two-thirds of Model 88CD's cabinet serves as the enclosure for a four-inch long-throw subwoofer. It reproduces bass with remarkable accuracy and impact. Model 88CD also uses techniques like biamplification and electronic contouring (a technique pioneered by Henry Kloss) to create a natural, accurate octave-to-octave tonal balance over the entire range of music. Its auxiliary input can be used to connect an MP3 player, stereo TV, or anything else with audio outputs.Although clearly so much more, the Model 88CD is also the ultimate alarm clock. It includes a dual alarm system that will wake up two different people at two different times, using music, an alarm sound or both. Its credit card-sized remote lets you control Model 88CD from anywhere in the room.
Customer Reviews:
Wave Goodbye to Bose.......2005-02-25
Completely wonderful. Great FM reception and CD reproduction, plus an auxiliary input which really makes an iPod shine. The overall reproduction is as good, if not better, than a Bose Wave Radio, and it's almost a third of the price. It also has an intelligent alarm function which switches on the radio at a pre-set volume, so if you've been listening to a symphony at full-tilt you don't have to remember to reset the volume before switching off (I don't know if the Bose has this or not). If you want great sound in a medium-sized living space without all the paraphenalia of a hi-fi system, this is the unit to buy. Check it out. Highly recommended.
Love it so far - buying another today!.......2005-01-08
My daughter has a Bose Wave radio/cd unit (that her mother bought her as a present) that she usually keeps in her bedroom or bathroom. When I wanted to play some CDs and hook up my Ipod to listen to some music and audio books while she was off visiting her mom, I sort of borrowed it. The sound quality and features of that unit were pretty impressive.
Deciding to get one for myself (because I knew I would have to return hers) I came out to Amazon just before Christmas, only to discover that you could only buy a Bose Wave radio directly from Bose. Not only that but when I looked I noted that they had just released a new model costing $500, where the controls for the thing are only on a small remote control. A completely idiotic design/idea, if you ask me. If you lose the remote you are out of luck. Go figure. So, anyway, I turned my attentions back to Amazon and looked at the alternatives that came up from my search - this unit and the 730. This one was less expensive and, more importantly, was actually available. From all the reviews it seemed it would be about the same thing as the Bose, for significantly less. I ordered one the week of Christmas and got it the Monday after Christmas. I set it up in my bedroom with no difficulties.
So far I love the thing. The quality of the unit is as good or better than the Bose, though I have to agree that the Bose looks nicer. The thing is a little bulky. However, the sound quality is great for a unit this size (although I think the `wide' sound setting is a little over the top) and I enjoy the fact that I have in one unit a choice of AM, FM, CD or Aux (my Ipod as a source). The only thing that I like better on my daughter's Bose (older model) is that the controls are on top of that unit rather than most being on the front face, like the 88CD.
I have even started to use it as my alarm clock, although that was not part of my original consideration for making the purchase. It is so much nicer to wake up to clean, clear, full sound rather than my old cheap alarm, with its tinny, weak mono speaker. However, I have to be careful, since I now find myself laying there listening rather than getting up :)
In fact, I am enjoying this unit so much, I just ordered a second for my kitchen so that I can listen to the radio, CDs or my Ipod while I cook or eat meals. So, I will end up with two units for less than the price of one of the new Bose Wave radios.
Very simply: the best sounding and the best value!.......2004-12-26
The Model 88 was designed by legendary audio designer Henry Kloss just a year or two before he died. The Model 88 CD is the same product with a CD player added to the top. It is, very simply, the best-sounding table-top radio/CD/clock there is. If you're like me, you'd like to listen to music in rooms of the house (bedroom, kitchen, office) other than the room where you have your main sound system set up. And, when you listen to it, you'd like it to sound good. The Model 88 CD is your answer. It provides clear, spacious, powerful, full-range sound in the smallest package possible.
It is so far superior to your standard CD clock radios that it is unbelievable. While it is not as beautifully designed as the Bose Wave Radio (it looks a little clunky in comparison), it sounds much better: the sound is more detailed and clear and the bass is fuller without being boomy. The FM and AM reception are much better. It also costs about half of what the Wave Radio costs!
It is also, in my opinion, better sounding than the Cambridge Sound Works Model 740 which is produced by the same company and which was designed to replace it. The 740 is a little easier to use and has a snazzier design and can play MP-3's, but the sound of the Model 88 CD is worlds better. Kloss designed the Model 88 to accurately produce music and that's what it does. The 740, by comparison, sounds hyped up and unnatural. The 740 might be a better choice if you're going to listen to music (hip-hop, heavey metal) that benefits from sounding hyped up and unnatural, but everything else sounds better on the Model 88. It's probably no accident that, shortly after the original Model 88's were discontinued and the 740's came out to take their place, that Cambridge quietly put the 88's back into production. It's a better-sounding product overall. And it costs at least $100 less than the 740!
Of course, the Model 88 CD does all of the things you would want it to do. It has dual alarms and you can set it so you wake you up to an alarm tone or music from the radio or a CD. It has an auxillary input so you can plug in your iPod or satellite radio or even your computer. And it has a cool credit card-sized remote control so you can adjust it from across the room.
It is, very simply, the best-sounding product of its kind and the best value.
Great Radio + Good companion to my mp3 player.......2004-12-11
Cambridge radio is surprisingly quite good compared to its price. Make Bose radios look overpriced. To my untrained ears, both sounded the same. Instead of using the CD, I use it as a speaker for my mp3 player. Excellent sound quality. The fm antenna is in the electric wire, so try moving the wire to get better fm reception.
Voltage question.......2004-12-08
Hello,
Could any of the owners tell me if the input voltage is universal (100V-240V). I am leaning towards buying this system.
Unfortunately, I couldn't find this information on any of the tech specs (here at Amazon and at the Cambridge website). I am giving a rating of 5 since there is no "NA" option.
Thanks.
Product Description
CAMBRIDGE SoundWorks Radio CD 740 BLACK - This tabletop radio further refines the much praised Model 88 by Henry Kloss series adding many conveniences to the much acclaimed sound and reputation it has achieved. Today's high performance table radios are better performing and more feature-packed than ever before. And while there are several excellent choices on the market, we think the SoundWorks Radio CD 740 is the best sounding, best value around. Think of it as a home stereo wrapped inside a little box. It can play up to 10 hours of music on a single MP3-encoded CD-ROM, features a superb AM/FM radio with a total of 24 presets, has two alarms and, most importantly, offers great sound. A powered subwoofer provides the deep bass foundation upon which true full-range sound is built. The result is a unique music system that delivers room-filling sound of a quality that will exceed your expectations, but not your budget. Feature for feature and its superior sound help make this tabletop clock radio levels higher than the rest. If you want to wake, listen, or fall asleep to your favorite CD or AM/FM radio, the CD740 is for you. Snooze control Settings for bassw, treble, loudness, and stereo/mono select Scrolling or static readout of Artist & Title info from encoded discs Tuner supports display of RDS ( Radio Data Service ) from many FM stations 16 FM presets & 8 AM presets; programmable by included infrared remote control External AUX inputs on front & back panels Wide mode increases apparent width of soundstage Clock features built-in 10 year backup battery Sleep mode turns sound off after user-adjustable 5-120 minute interval Help menus available in 5 languages Radio Data Service support on FM Stereo Unit Dimensions - 4-15/16H x 14W x 9-7/8W; weighs 12 pounds Color - Black Cambridge Soundworks 1-Year Parts and Labor warranty coverage CNet Editor's Choice award
Amazon.com Review
At a suggested retail price $150 less than its nearest competitor, the Cambridge SoundWorks 740 CD/Radio is the hands-down choice to make if you're in the market for a full-sounding table-top compact CD/radio system. If you're looking for a top-of-the-line alarm clock to go along with the sound performance that the Cambridge 740 offers -- well, that's a different story. But let's start with the good news, because it's very, very good news.
Sound
At the heart of the Cambridge 740 is a pair of high-accuracy speakers and a large subwoofer that somehow fits inside the unit's compact case. As we tested the FM reception on a classical radio station, a passerby turned her head and remarked that she'd never actually "felt" the bass from such a small radio before. And it's true; pop in any CD that's heavy on the bass, and you will definitely feel it. Whether you're listening to classical, jazz or rock, this baby will fill your small space with large sound. (We even placed the unit on an outside balcony at medium volume, and a full block away Mile Davis came through nice and clear. It was truly impressive.) It's hard to imagine finding a compact component system that's anywhere near the Cambridge 740 in quality at anywhere near this price.
Design
At about five inches high, fourteen inches wide, and eleven inches deep -- smaller than a breadbox! -- there's no question that the 740 is compact. It's a perfect size for a table top. But is it a perfect size for a night stand? For our taste it's too bulky to place beside the bed. On a related note, the very small buttons -- of which there are twenty-one on the face -- are very small and it's not exactly a cake walk to set the functions, especially as you're waking up or getting ready for sleep. Thankfully, though, the included remote simplifies these tasks enormously. And aesthetically -- again, it's all a matter of taste, and we'll leave it at that. Nevertheless, in this case the sound quality more than makes up for any shortcomings of design.
Features
There's no denying that this baby is loaded with features, most of which seem to work flawlessly. We played factory CDs as well as home-burned CDs with MP3 files without a glitch. The 32-character display, which offers title/track information, was invaluable, especially when playing MP3 files of songs we'd never heard before. And while scanning the FM waves (superb radio reception, by the way!), we were excited to see the radio station information scrolling across the screen. Separate bass and treble controls, a conveniently placed headphone jack, a credit-card sized remote, and 16 station presets all conspire to bring a smile to any user's face. In another nice touch, front and rear auxiliary inputs are provided for external audio sources such as a portable MP3 player.
Alarm Clock
Our only bone of contention with the 740 centered on the alarm clock. After nearly two hours of following the otherwise quite helpful user's guide, we gave up trying to get the alarm clock to do what we wanted with any kind of consistency. We were able to get every feature to work at least once -- we figured out the way to wake up to the alarm tone, to the radio, and to a specific CD track -- but try as we might, it was frustratingly difficult to repeat our efforts successfully. A related grumble is that the display's automatic dimmer function does not dim enough for anything resembling a sleeping level. And finally, in two separate, three-day tests, we synchronized the time display to our cell phone's time, and in each test the 740 had lost one to two minutes by the end of the third day. This was not a scientific test to be sure, but it convinced us that the money dropped on the Cambridge 740 -- which we would gladly drop -- would be spent on its incredible sound technology, not on its alarm clock functionality.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for a compact unit
- $150 less than the nearest competitor with similar functionality
- Programmable display shows radio station information, CD and MP3 text
Cons
- Alarm clock user interface and accuracy could be better
- Not compact enough for the bedside
- Blue LED display should offer greater dimming
Customer Reviews:
Weak AM performance.......2007-03-13
The title says it all for me. Could not pull in AM stations that we frequently listen to. The CD player is fine but only plays one at at time.
unbelieveable sound!.......2007-03-05
I got this for Christmas. It was on my wishlist after alot of research.
I think the functions were pretty straightforward and had no problems setting the alarms. I cannot believe the sound. It's amazing and sounds like a huge soundsystem! I wanted it for an awesome clock radio in the bedroom and I often find myself moving into the living room for parties and get togethers because it sounds better than our big system!
Good as Bose and cheaper.......2007-02-10
I have a Bose Acoustic Wave which I purchased for $500 two years ago and was looking for something of similar quality for a gift but did not want to spend that much this time. I purchased and have listened to the Cambridge Soundworks 740 and it seems to me to be in no way inferior to the Bose and is almost 30% less expensive. It also does not have the disadvantage of being totally without manual controls and operable only with the remote. I do not know how long either will last without problems but based on sound quality, design and price, I recomnend the Cambridge.
VERY DISAPPOINTING.......2007-01-26
5 Weeks after it arrived it would not relinquish the cd within. The sound quality is not good for classical music. If all you want is base and loud base and little more ( suitable for modern pop "music" using the word music loosely) you will like it, if it works.
I returned it and bought a Boston Acoustics model instead, which I love.
Great sound, but pricey.......2007-01-19
The sound quality is beautiful, and I like the fact that it plays MP3 files. The control buttons are tiny, so given my elderly eyesight I had to make a crib sheet for which button does what.
Average customer rating:
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CAMBRIDGE Model 88CD Table Radio by Henry Kloss : REFURBISHED
Manufacturer: Cambridge SoundWorks
ProductGroup: CE
CD Players & Recorders
| Audio & Video
| Categories
| Electronics
| CD Players
| CD Recorders
| DJ CD Players
| Portable CD Players
Clock Radios
| Radios
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| Under-Cabinet Clock Radios
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| Electronics Features
| Electronics
ASIN: B00006OAIR |
Product Description
Model 88CD is a wonderful-sounding compact audio system for use as a "second stereo" in a bedroom, kitchen, office or den. It uses high-performance speakers and amplifiers. Two-thirds of Model 88CD's cabinet serves as the enclosure for a four-inch long-throw subwoofer. It reproduces bass with remarkable accuracy and impact. Model 88CD also uses techniques like biamplification and electronic contouring (a technique pioneered by Henry Kloss) to create a natural, accurate octave-to-octave tonal balance over the entire range of music. Its auxiliary input can be used to connect an MP3 player, stereo TV, or anything else with audio outputs.Although clearly so much more, the Model 88CD is also the ultimate alarm clock. It includes a dual alarm system that will wake up two different people at two different times, using music, an alarm sound or both. Its credit card-sized remote lets you control Model 88CD from anywhere in the room.
Product Description
If you're looking for big sound from a small radio, this one stands alone: the new SoundWorks Radio CD. Its sound is so deep and rich, you won't compare it to other tabletop radios, you'll compare it to the quality of your home stereo system v the sound is that remarkable. Turn on the new SoundWorks Radio CD and put your hand on the table. You can actually feel the pulse of the beat. That's because engineers figured out an ingenious way to fit a large subwoofer inside a small, vented enclosure. The result is a full range of sound with startling depth, richness, and clarity, complete with bass response that doesn't distort when you turn up the volume. In initial demonstrations of the SoundWorks Radio CD, people kept looking under the table for a hidden subwoofer v they just couldn't believe the bass it produced! And that's just the beginning of what this small wonder offers.Slip your favorite CD into the front-loading slot and it's gently pulled into the player, just like a high-end car CD player. The SoundWorks Radio CD will even play your compressed MP3 CDs - imagine having 8 hours of high quality music on one disc! It's a generation ahead of any other tabletop radio on the market today.
Customer Reviews:
Radio with loads of features.......2005-09-02
I compared this unit to the Bose unit and found this to be a great bargin. Programming was easy and actually found I had to turn down the bass!
Customer Reviews:
Excels at All Levels.......2006-11-03
I have had my CD-740 for over a year now. I use it everyday in my office.
It has performed flawlessly from day one with no decrement in functionality or fidelity. It plays regular CDs and MP3s with equal panache and far exceeds the sound quality of the Bose Wave machine that it replaced. And, even in my office where FM reception leaves much to be desired, the CD-740 does a respectable job of pulling in local stations, again, better then the Bose Wave.
I think the button layout could be a bit more intuitive but the Jog button works great once you get used to using it.
All in all my recommendation is BUY IT!
would love to love this radio.......2006-04-23
at first i loved this cd/radio: perfect size, perfect sound. then I noticed that the clock didn't work, but i was still enthusiastic till now, 4 months later, when suddenly the sound quality has tanked too. I use my radio every day, and i'm not pleased at all.
Multiple problems and limited warranty.......2006-01-22
I purchased a new Cambridge SoundWorks 740CD from a retailer on amazon.com. It would not play MP3's and I called the manufacturer only to find out that they only provide a 1 year warranty if purchased directly from them. Their rationale for this is that they put a lot of refurbished units on the market and other manufacturers sell them as new. After a few days of demanding a replacement I was told to return my unit for a new one. I actually recieved a much used unit that was all scratched up and obviously worn. I couldn't believe I sent them a one day old radio with the protective plastic still on it and a worn unit as a replacement. I called back somewhat irritated and ready for a showdown. The person who took my call was friendly and assured me that they would provide a brand new unit. It arrived and the clock gains ten minutes every two days! I have read that is a constant problem with these radios and never had the other two long enough to know if they had defective clocks. The radio produces great music but I was happy to unload it at a really cheap price. I'll never do business with Cambridge SoundWorks again. Buyer Beware!
outstanding.......2005-10-29
I purchased this unit after reading reviews, etc etc. This is an outstanding unit! I can't comment on the CD or radio performance because I use it connected to satellite radio and my iPod. But the sound is incredibly rich and full. Even at low volumes it seems to fill the room with sound. At high volume it rattles the floor with undistorted bass, unbelieveable from such a small unit. If I had to make a complaint, it would simply be that the remote could use a slightly larger range, as I use the radio in a large room.
I have listened to many bookshelf type systems in stores, but have yet to find one I like as well as this little radio.
Cambridge and Bose A/B Comparison.......2005-09-30
Wanting to replace the boombox in my kitchen with something premium, I decided to compare my boiled-down list of tabletop radios- the Cambridge Soundworks 740 and the Bose Wave CD. If you could only have seen the looks my wife gave me as I sat and AB'd them. :)
I was initially impressed by the Wave's good looks... until I took out the 740. It made the Wave look more like a plain-old clock radio. Although the front display on the 740 is more attractive, the Wave was easier to read when standing on angle to the unit. The 740's display of CD Text and FM radio song/station info is a really nice feature. The buttons on the 740 are arranged in a logical order with fairly easy to read function descriptions. The absence of buttons on the Wave is unfortunate. I'd rather not have to rely soley on a remote control as my only means to control the radio. Both remotes are pretty similar, but the Wave's did work a little better at further distances and angles.
The 740 can store more radio stations than the Wave, which I realized when I ran out of buttons trying to program the Wave. Speaking of radio, the 740 required more messing with the antenna to pull in the stations that the Wave was able to pull in without an antenna. The 740 comes with FM and AM antennas. The Wave comes with nada.
The sound quality difference is evident even before adjusting the settings on the 740. The Wave sounded good but the 740 was much better. Turning-on the subwoofer and setting the bass to -3 gave the best sound, IMHO. I was appalled to realize the Wave comes with no treble and bass controls- only a talk-radio feature that acts like a loudness button only when the radio is in use, not the CD.
Unfortunately for the 740 and in-line with many other comments about it, the CD transport failed to take my disc. I was very gentle at first then became more aggressive as I figured I'd have to return it anyhow. Well, when I moved it to another room it magically started working. Maybe it isn't as mechanically reliable as the Wave, but I'm willing to take my chances. This potential issue is the only reason I'm not giving five stars. I haven't noticed the clock losing time yet as other reviewers have noted.
In summary, the 740 is sounds better, has more features, and is more attractive than the Wave. If the Wave was $250 I might have kept it instead, but at $500 this A/B comparison is over and Bose has one more open box to contend with.
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Cambridge SoundWorks Model 88CD Table Radio by Henry Kloss, Ivory
Manufacturer: Cambridge SoundWorks
ProductGroup: CE
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Product Description
Model 88CD is a wonderful-sounding compact audio system for use as a "second stereo" in a bedroom, kitchen, office or den. It uses high-performance speakers and amplifiers. Two-thirds of Model 88CD's cabinet serves as the enclosure for a four-inch long-throw subwoofer. It reproduces bass with remarkable accuracy and impact. Model 88CD also uses techniques like biamplification and electronic contouring (a technique pioneered by Henry Kloss) to create a natural, accurate octave-to-octave tonal balance over the entire range of music. Its auxiliary input can be used to connect an MP3 player, stereo TV, or anything else with audio outputs.Although clearly so much more, the Model 88CD is also the ultimate alarm clock. It includes a dual alarm system that will wake up two different people at two different times, using music, an alarm sound or both. Its credit card-sized remote lets you control Model 88CD from anywhere in the room.
Customer Reviews:
Beats Bose.......2003-02-01
Henry Kloss was a genius! This is yet another one of his masterpieces. Nothing sounds this good near this price.
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