Cambridge SoundWorks Newton Series P500 Powered Subwoofer (Mahogany)

Average customer rating:

bug with the phase knob

Awesome bass, and a beauty too

Cambridge SoundWorks Newton Series P500 Powered Subwoofer (Mahogany)

Manufacturer: Cambridge SoundWorks
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Subwoofers | Speakers | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
Product Features:

2-Year Manufacturer's Parts and Labor Warrantee

ASIN: B000068PKQ

Customer Reviews:

bug with the phase knob.......2003-04-22

Cambridge Soundworks did a lot of things that I like with this subwoofer. I like the idea of a separate control unit with a remote, which I imagine digitizes the signal so a cheap phone cable can carry the signal far away without hum or loss. I like that there's an equalizer. I like the looks of the box, and the size is quite reasonable.

After bringing one home, I hooked it up to speaker level inputs, and noticed an odd phenomenon: the sound changed dramatically at one point on the phase dial, around 160degrees. I believe that below 160 degrees, the crossover filter wasn't working correctly, above 160, it was. I tried line level inputs and noticed the exact opposite: above 160 degrees, the bass was a much higher frequency. The piece I was using to test this is Strauss's Also Sprach Zarathustra (i.e., the 2001 fanfare), which has a low frequency pedal note basically throughout the piece. (I think my CD has this pedal note as two frequencies an octave apart.) I went back to the store and tried this same piece on their P500 and P1000. Both did the same thing, so it's not just my box; it's an inherent bug. This sudden difference for a small change in the phase knob disturbed me.

I figured I could deal with this issue as long as it sounded good. I brought home an open box Energy e:XL-S12 to compare. The Energy has a bigger woofer and is ported, so I figured it would be sloppier than the P500. I put on a Bach fugue and did the comparison. Sixteenth notes in the pedals are very hard for organ pipes to do well, nevermind speakers, but after comparing a section, I noticed a difference, and asked my wife who "isn't discriminating" (her words) to listen. After listening to just a few seconds immediately said, "This one [the Energy] sounds way better, huh?" yup. The big, ported subwoofer somehow is more accurate. The P500 never hits any of the notes, and just compromises with some mud in the middle. The Energy makes a valiant attempt (although not quite matching the more pricey Velodyne SPL800).

The Energy is also slightly louder, and clearly goes lower in frequency (despite a not-so-disparate spec).

I hope Cambridge Soundworks fixes their bug in the phase knob. I hope they add a light to the volume knob so you can see its setting when controlling it with the remote. I hope they figure out why their bass isn't as tight as a big bass reflex box. I hope they can make that satellite module smaller so it doesn't take up the space of a audio component. When they fix all of that, I'll want one badly.
Until then, it's an okay performance sub, in a small, attractive package, but other subs (like Energy) have better performance at the price.

Awesome bass, and a beauty too.......2002-11-07

I bought this sub for my husband, because I was sick and tired of the huge black box that sat next to our couch. It was an eyesore. I own some of the Cambridge computer speakers and was really impressed with their sound for the money, so I gave this a try. Now we both have what we want. My husband gets a great sounding subwoofer that shakes our walls during fly by scenes of Top Gun, and I get a good looking sub that doesn't make our living room look like am electronics yard sale. My husband especially loves the remote on the subwoofer. Great idea- and adds a cool factor that he shows off to his buddies.

Cambridge SoundWorks Newton Series P500 Powered Subwoofer (Blonde Maple)

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Subwoofer with style
Super Subwoofer

Cambridge SoundWorks Newton Series P500 Powered Subwoofer (Blonde Maple)

Manufacturer: Cambridge SoundWorks
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Subwoofers | Speakers | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
Product Features:

2-Year Manufacturer's Parts and Labor Warrantee

ASIN: B000068PKR

Customer Reviews:

Subwoofer with style.......2002-11-08

Most subwoofers I've heard just thud along. The Cambridge P500 is really musical, with a clarity I normally don't hear from a woofer. It's small. It looks very cool. And I love the remote control. I don't have to crawl around on all fours to change the bass level. I prefer it to several [more expensive] subwoofers I listened to.

Super Subwoofer.......2002-11-08

I've used powered subwoofers in my audio systems for 10 years. Some good, some not so good. The P500 is GREAT. The crossover allows precison adjustment to complement both my speakers and the room. ( I only have a stereo system so I use the P500 for music rather than to watch movies.)The speakers I currently use are much more efficient than most and until I discovered the P500 I was having problems matching them to a subwoofer.

Cambridge SoundWorks Newton Series P500 Powered Subwoofer (Slate)

Average customer rating:

Good but needs some work

Cambridge SoundWorks Newton Series P500 Powered Subwoofer (Slate)

Manufacturer: Cambridge SoundWorks
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Subwoofers | Speakers | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
Product Features:

2-Year Manufacturer's Parts and Labor Warrantee

ASIN: B000068PKP

Customer Reviews:

Good but needs some work.......2006-12-15

I have owned this subwoofer for about a year and a half now. While it is attractive looking and often produces satisfying output, it still has its fair share of problems.
Overall, I can generally get this sub to blend well with my mains and surround speakers (I use MC300's for L/R/C and S300's for surrounds. These are also produced by Cambridge Soundworks and I can recommend these, especially the MC300's.) However, switching between my 3 main sources of audio (DVDs and Television, CDs, and finally multi-channel SACD) requires constant tweaking. Fortunately, it's relatively easy to do with the P500's separate control module as well as a remote control for the volume. It is quite capable of putting out powerful bass that will shake the floor when you need it.
Now for the bad.
First of all, I'm not sure if it's due to the size of the 8" drivers, but this sub often has trouble outputting bass that is focused in the lower frequencies. The bass simply comes out as a dull thud that is very displeasing to the ears (this is true for both pair of woofers I have used - more on that later). This usually requires turning the volume below desired levels or changing the equilizer frequency on the control module to a higher frequency. You can also get stronger output by placing this sub in a corner (just keep it at least a foot away from the wall or it can get boomy).
Second, the exterior of the sub simply does not hold up. I have only used the Slate model, so I do not know if there is a similar problem with the other finishes, but after using the sub for about 6 months, I noticed numerous cracks forming in the corners of the subwoofer's casing as well as along the middle of the surfaces. After being told to send it in for service, and then sending it in (paying the shipping charges of course) I eventually received the unit back exactly the way that I sent it in. They did however notify me that they had replaced the woofers in the unit. Speaking to someone in their service department informed me that they don't service exterior problems with the subs (useful information prior to sending it in), and they didn't seem overly concerned with helping me out.
This has been a long review, but for a reason. While this is a good subwoofer, I can't recommend it to everyone. It definitely requires some configuration and tweaking, and there are several gotchas. You will need to be willing to put some time and patience into it, and if you're not willing to do that then you should try out other brands first. Also, the cracking can be an issue as well, especially if you might be planning on reselling the unit in the future.
3 out of 5.

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Get this LG Flat Panel totally FREE!

Great monitor for the price

LG Electronics L1910SK 19" LCD Monitor (Silver)

Manufacturer: LG
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

All Monitors | Monitors & Projectors | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
19-Inch | LCD | Monitors & Projectors | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
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Product Features:

1,280 x 1,024 maximum resolution, 0.294 mm pixel pitch

170-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles

250 cd/m2 of brightness, 500:1 contrast ratio

VESA wall mountable with optional bracket

PC and Mac compatible; 3-year quick swap warranty

ASIN: B0002A0B52

Product Description

An ergonomically designed workhorse, the Flatron LCD L1910SK has a footprint that's ideal for any office environment, large or small. Its color is extraordinary, and its viewing capabilities and digital on-screen adjustments are especially convenient. The L1910S takes the work out color monitors!

Amazon.com Product Description

The L1910 from LG electronics is a 19-inch TFT LCD monitor with a slim profile and wall-mount compatibility. Perfect for both graphics professionals and home users, this model has a 1,280 x 1,024 maximum resolution and 0.294 mm pixel pitch, delivering crisp, accurate graphics and text, while the 500:1 contrast ratio and 250 cd/m2 of brightness provide and easy-to-see display image. Wide 170-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles, a -5 to 30-degree tilt, and 360-degree swivel provide plenty of placement options.

The L1910 supports analog RGB signals via its 15-pin mini D-sub port and is plug-and-play compatible, making setup quick and easy. The onscreen menus provide access to the monitor's many settings. A hard coating, anti-glare screen treatment helps to reduce reflections and the resulting eyestrain.

TCO'99 and Energy Star compliant, the L1910 consumes about 43 watts during normal operation, and just 3 watts while in standby mode. With its 16.3-by-8.8-inch footprint, the monitor fits easily even on crowded desktops, and with the wall-mount option, you can free up valuable space for other uses. Compatible with both PC and Mac operating platforms (a Mac adapter may be required), the L1910 comes backed by a three-year quick swap warranty.

What's in the Box
Monitor, base, power cord, 15-pin D-sub cable, user's manual, CD-ROM

Customer Reviews:

Get this LG Flat Panel totally FREE!.......2005-12-14

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Gratis Internet(which is now called Freepay) is giving away this LG Flat Panel for free. I have received many other free items from the other sites that they own. They have even been mentioned on G4, Inc. 500, Wired.com, CNN and other places saying that they are a legitimate company. Go here to get your free LG Monitor:(...)

Great monitor for the price.......2005-01-11

Its a great monitor for the price. There are better ones on the market but this one is a great value. I recommend it highly.

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Li-Ion Battery: Panasonic Allure EB-TX310 Lithium Ion Battery-Silver

Manufacturer: Wildcat
ProductGroup: Wireless
Binding: Wireless Phone Accessory

Batteries | Type | Accessories | Categories | Cell Phones & Service | Standard Batteries | Extended Batteries | Battery Doors
Batteries | Batteries, Chargers & Power Supplies | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics | by Type | by Use
Product Features:

Battery output power is rated between 800 and 1000 MAH.

These Panasonic Allure EB-TX310 Lithium Ion batteries are ideal when it comes to more power and less weight. On a head to head comparison with Nickle Metal batteries (an older technology) their Lithium Ion counterparts generally carry twice the power but half the weight.

As opposed to Nickle Metal batteries, Lithium Ion batteries are not prone to memory effects upon charges. Therefore, such batteries are ideal if the battery needs to be charged frequently during the course of the day. Nickle Metal batteries on the other hand retain the memory effect from charging and therefore their useful life and output is significantly reduced over time.

This Panasonic Allure EB-TX310 battery is an environmentally friendly product.*MAH stands for Milliamps, which is the capacity for holding charge in a battery. It is also referred to as the powerfactor of a battery

ASIN: B0006Q9IYM

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Cell phone phone battery for Panasonic Allure EB-TX310 EB-TX310AST

Manufacturer: Battery-Biz, Inc.
ProductGroup: CE

Cordless Telephone | by Use | Batteries | Batteries, Chargers & Power Supplies | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B000TH8MN6

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Hi-Capacity Li-Ion Cellular Phone Battery for Panasonic EB-TX310 (EB-BS310)

Manufacturer: Battery Biz
ProductGroup: Wireless
Binding: Wireless Phone Accessory

Cordless Telephone | by Use | Batteries | Batteries, Chargers & Power Supplies | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
Other Products | Categories |
Standard Batteries | Batteries | Type | Accessories | Categories | Cell Phones & Service
Product Features:

Guaranteed to meet or exceed original specifications

100% OEM compatible

Full one year warranty

ASIN: B0000X5ZX4

Product Description

BatteryValues.com is your one-stop-shop online for replacement batteries, home and car chargers, home and car AC/DC adapters, and all your battery accessories requirements.

Li-Ion Battery: Panasonic Allure EB-TX310 Lithium Ion Battery-Titanium

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Li-Ion Battery: Panasonic Allure EB-TX310 Lithium Ion Battery-Titanium

Manufacturer: Wildcat
ProductGroup: Wireless
Binding: Wireless Phone Accessory

Battery output power is rated between 800 and 1000 MAH.
These Panasonic Allure EB-TX310 Lithium Ion batteries are ideal when it comes to more power and less weight. On a head to head comparison with Nickle Metal batteries (an older technology) their Lithium Ion counterparts generally carry twice the power but half the weight.
As opposed to Nickle Metal batteries, Lithium Ion batteries are not prone to memory effects upon charges. Therefore, such batteries are ideal if the battery needs to be charged frequently during the course of the day. Nickle Metal batteries on the other hand retain the memory effect from charging and therefore their useful life and output is significantly reduced over time.
This Panasonic Allure EB-TX310 battery is an environmentally friendly product.*MAH stands for Milliamps, which is the capacity for holding charge in a battery. It is also referred to as the powerfactor of a battery

ASIN: B0006Q9IZ6

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MGE UPS Syst. PULSAR EX30 3000VA RACKMOUNT ( 89030R )

Manufacturer: Bigfoot Networks
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Uninterrupted Power Supplies | Batteries, Chargers & Power Supplies | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B00006B9SA

Product Description

MGE UPS SYSTEMS? Pulsar EX models work around the clock to improve hardware reliability and to maximize the availability of critical systems. True On Line Double Conversion technology assures highest quality AC output. Input AC is converted to DC and converted back to AC for high isolation from AC utility noise. All transfers to or from battery back up mode are completely undetectable and uninterrupted. An automatic failsafe and overload bypass is provided during extreme conditions if the UPS outputs fall outside regulation limits. Form factor versatility, optional direct network connection, extended back-up time and environment monitoring modules provide flexibility now and into the future for maximum uptime of your most critical equipment.

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Orion Observer 60mm Telescope & Accessory Package

Manufacturer: ORION
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

Binoculars | Used Photo & Camera | Specialty Stores | Camera & Photo Features | Electronics
Telescopes | Used Photo & Camera | Specialty Stores | Camera & Photo Features | Electronics
Telescopes | Classroom Science Supplies | Classroom Supplies | Educational Supplies | Categories | Office Products
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Accessories:

Orion Small Accessory Case, Black

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Orion Explorer II Expansion Eyepiece Set

Product Features:

A great telescope package for beginners of all ages!

60mm aperture and 700mm focal length for great image quality.

Includes sturdy tripod and altazimuth mount for simple horizontal and vertical movement

Includes two Kellner eyepieces, focuser, finder scope, TheSky software, and must-have accessory pack

One-year limited warranty

ASIN: B0000XMTHE

Product Description

The economical Observer 60's precision optics reveal Moon craters, Saturn's rings, star clusters, and more. It's fun and easy to use for kids and adults alike! This package includes everything you need to begin stargazing -- at a savings of over $20.00! You get 1) The popular Observer 60 Altaz refractor telescope; 2) two quality Kellner eyepieces, 10mm and 25mm (1.25"); 3) a 90-degree mirror star diagonal; 4) the EZ Finder II "red dot" aiming device; 5) a sturdy aluminum tripod with accessory tray; 6) FREE TheSky SE astronomy software; and, 7) our Must-Have Accessory Pack! Must-Have Accessory Pack includes a Moon filter, Shorty 2x power-boosting lens, Star Target planisphere, Discover the Stars beginner's guide to stargazing, and a RedBeam Mini LED astro flashlight. The only other thing you need is stars!

Product Description

The LG L4200A is a masterpiece of design and engineering. The impressive 42" WXGA Active Matrix TFT LCD screen provides a sensational display of any image. With Picture-in-Picture, S-IPS Wide Viewing Technology and Detachable Speakers - this sleek 42" LCD Monitor is a technological work of art.

Product Description

Similar in size to MultiMediaCards, Lexar Media Secure Digital (SD) Cards are designed for use in many digital devices including digital cameras, MP3 players, PDAs, cellular phones and camcorders. The Lexar Media SD Cards have an erasure-prevention switch to keep your data safe. When the switch is in the locked position, it will stop you from accidentally copying over or deleting data stored on your card. Now you know your data will be safe. Reliability and durability are critical to ensure your data is there when you need it. All Lexar Media SD Cards are tested and manufactured to the highest quality standard to assure you there is no need to worry about lost or missing data. With the small size and solid-state design of the SD Cards, they are perfect for mobile applications and users.

Customer Reviews:

How many pictures will it store?.......2004-11-06

How many pictures will it store? It is the most commonly asked question from digital camera enthusiast but usually the question that is the most difficult to get a straight answer about. Well, considering I worked in the memory industry for over 7 years I can help clarify this perplexing question and do so unbiased as I have since changed industries.

The Lexar Media 256MB Secure Digital Card 32X HHS, like most 256MB cards, will store on average 284 pictures when used with a 2 megapixel camera, 213 images when used with a 3 megapixel camera, 128 pictures when used with a 4 megapixel camera, 102 images when used with a 5 megapixel camera, and 80 pictures when used with a 6 megapixel camera. These numbers are based off the assumption that you are going to shoot your images at the highest quality JPEG setting available for the camera and understand that they are estimates and may be off by as much as 10 percent due to numerous factors including the complexity of the scene being shot and the compression algorithm used by your specific camera.

I truly hope this review was helpful to you in determining whether this card is the right capacity for your specific needs.

Average customer rating:

Very reliable so far.

Lasted 3 months

Okay Hard Drive but does not work with Laptop

Reliable

Died After 2 Months

LaCie 80GB USB 2.0 Desktop External Hard Drive ( 300698U ) P3 design by FA Porsche

Manufacturer: Lacie
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Hard Drives | Drives & Storage | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics | External Hard Drives | Internal Hard Drives | Micro Drives
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Tripp Lite Omni Smart 500Va Line-Inter DB9 17Min-Half 6Outlet Tel Sw 50K-Ins

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Cables to Go 29554 Port Authority 6-Port USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Adapter Card

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Product Features:

Save photos, MP3s, data files

Stackable to save desk space

Hi-Speed USB connection

Back up valuable information

ASIN: B0000DC6AZ

Product Description

Designed by the world-famous Porsche Design Agency GmbH, the LaCie Hard Drive exhibits world-class style and elite performance. With 80GB of storage room, you can back up your entire system, or supplement your data warehousing potential when your internal hard drive is reaching capacity. Buffer - 2MB Dimensions - 1.4H x 4.4W x 7.4D; weighs 31.7 ounces OS Compatibility - Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP or Mac OS 9.1, OS 10.2.1+ Package includes - Hi-Speed USB cable, external AC adapter, utilities CD-ROM

Customer Reviews:

Very reliable so far........2006-02-25

I bought this product about a month ago. so far so good. I use that hard drive almost everyday,several hours a day, download music, movie clip, and so on. It has been mentioned several times on this board that this thing sometimes overheat, noisy. I don't feel mine has overheat problem at all. About the noisy, I do feel a bit more than I expected, but it could be just normal.
I am glad to have this one, will think about buying another one in the near future, as I just realize 80G is a little bit short. I will update my review a few months later. Good luck to all.

Lasted 3 months.......2006-01-21

I bought this drive for backups. Worked great first couple of weeks; backups performing automatically as expected. Then errors started cropping up: drive not formatted for windows - reboot would clear....then it just stopped registerring as existing altogether. It just sits on my desk; I don't move it around. Pretty disapointing product. I see the reviews are mixed here, but they're generally bad everywhere else. I completely regret the purchase.

Okay Hard Drive but does not work with Laptop.......2006-01-03

Initially after getting this Lacie 80Gb Hard Drive, I was very impressed with it, using it in my office and home desktop to backup data and carrying data back and forth.

Then on a trip, I tried to connect it to a Dell Inspiron 600m Laptop and was shocked to see that I was getting a power surge error from windows and the Hard Drive refused to work. This prompted me to write the review and warn other potencial buyers about this problem.

Reliable.......2005-11-15

I bought this drive as a portable backup mechanism after major computer problems caused a Dell meltdown in 2004. The unit has worked fine for me on a Linux Mandriva system, protecting and backing up all my documents. It provides a great backup solution.

Just turn on the unit, and it is up and running on my system. It is completely removable and can be stored in another location for safe keeping.

Died After 2 Months.......2005-10-26

I am very disappointed with this drive. It worked great for the first two weeks. After that, it started disconnecting for no reason. Annoying, but not a major problem. Rebooting the drive or the computer (Dell w/XP) solved the problem. Until today. Now the drive is dead in the water. I've tried several times to bring it back without any luck. If I can't figure out something I'll be out a hundred bucks and all my backup files! I strongly suggest avoiding this drive if you care at all about the data you'll be storing on it.

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Good Bang for the Buck

JVC PC-X270 CD Shelf System (Silver)

Manufacturer: JVC
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

CD Players & Recorders | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics | CD Players | CD Recorders | DJ CD Players | Portable CD Players
Shelf Stereo Systems | Compact Stereos | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
Compact & Shelf Systems | Home Audio | JVC | Custom Brands | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Electronics Features | Electronics
Product Features:

10-watt shelf system with 5 watts per channel

Includes CD player, AM/FM tuner, and dual cassette deck

16-track programming, CD-R/RW playback, and detachable speakers

12 AM and 20 FM presets, backlit LCD display, and headphone jack

Measures 25-3/4 by 11-3/4 by 10 inches (W x H x D)

ASIN: B000093USK

Product Description

The JVC PC-X270 has the same great performance with new aggressive good looks. The JVC PC-X270 portable boom box has a single CD player, AM/FM tuner, and dual cassette. Its compact design with detachable speakers is perfect for people on the go or at a get together.

Customer Reviews:

Good Bang for the Buck.......2004-09-11

I recently bought one of these JVC units from Goodguys.com. Over the past ten years, I have owned several boomboxes and micro systems from Pillips, Sony, and Aiwa. This JVC sounds better than all of them. It also has many features and is quite flexible. For $90 you can't go wrong here.

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