Customer Reviews

Altec Lansing XM3120 Docking/Speaker System for Audiovox Express and Delphi Roady XT

5 star:		(58)
4 star:		(29)
3 star:		(6)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

I was uncertain at first if the quality of sound from this small system would do the XM radio justice. I was very impressed after I hooked up the system and heard the quality sound radiate from the Altec system.
I decided on Altec due to its size (bigger Boomboxes are available but space hogs). Its stylish design fits nicely on my bookshelf and it's clean design goes well with any decor.
One thing purchasers need to be aware of is that the antenna needs to be placed close..really close, to a window to receive the satellite signal. I have'nt found anything negative to say about this system, well done Altec Lansing. I'm giving it 4 stars simply for the fact I would have liked to seen more user controls on the system.

There is a lot of quality sound that comes from this little box. I use it in my woodshop and can hear crystal clear all over the basement. So far it's put up with the dust without a blink. One thing though, you will have to get close to or actually outside with the antenna. It doesn't pick up well inside a house. Once that's settled, it's a fine and convenient product that does what it is advertised to do. BTW, Amazon had it cheaper than anyone else at the time.

UpDATE: Oct 22,08. This item has been in the woodshop for over a year now. It has gotten plenty dusty. I just run a vacuum across it now and then and it hasn't missed a beat...pardon the pun. Still going strong. Also, the antenna I put outside is still where I put it and the weather has not affected it at all. Still sounds great with my Roady XT.

I bought this based on the prior review and have been very pleased with the sound. It's not a Bose by any means, but I have a sm apt and the sound is very good. I also agree it looks better than a boombox would be.
For those who are considering satellite radio and a way to bring it into the home, this is a good option.

I have had this for a few months and I have no complaints. The sound is great and as long as you have a good path to southern sky. Quality is excellent.

I am amazed with the quality of sound from this small component. You can take it anywhere to enjoy XM Radio wherever you go. I would highly recommend this to anyone thinking about buying this to complement their home XM Radio. Jim/Newnan, GA

My husband bought me an XM subscription and a Roady for my birthday. I purchased the Altec Lansing XM3120 Speaker System so that I could use the Roady in the kitchen. It is a wonderful product for the price - good sound, even with the volume cranked up. The antenna works very well to bring the XM stations in clearly. An added bonus is the nice compact size that is good for small spaces. I highly recommend it!

I ordered two of these, one for home and another for the cabin.

I opened the box, plugged in the power supply and the XM antenna (didn't even unwind the cable), attached my XM Roady XT (without the adapter as others had recommended) and I'm listening to crystal clear XM radio.

I have the unit placed in the middle of my 20' x 20' bedroom. The radio display is showing three bars (the antenna is right next to the unit, 10 feet from the nearest window).

The quality and volume of the sound is very good. I also have the option to play through my home stereo's speakers by simply connecting to the unit's headphone jack.

Amazon was prompt shipping my order and I received it on the exact day that was scheduled. A one-year warranty is included.

In my opinion, at this great price, you can't go wrong purchasing this attractive, space-saving unit. I am extremely satisfied with this purchase.

Even though the description did not expressly indicate that it can accomodate the XpressEZ Model, I took a chance. Voila! It fits and functions just fine. The tone quality is ok and the volume output is far greater than its size would lead you to expect.Audiovox Car XMCK5 XpressEZ Satellite Radio Receiver w/ SureConnect

After reading all of the reviews on this (and disregarding those who said it was too quiet) I thought I would take a chance and buy it. It is really a nice looking unit, but it is SO light and feels cheap. Turned up full blast you can barely hear it from the next room. I wish I would have went for the bigger "boom box" style. So, if you want a docking station for your XM reciever for a small room, this would be a good buy, but if you need "punch" to deliver volume for noisy areas I would certainly go for a more powerful unit.

Why didn't this device get 5 stars? Well, it has the smallest, tiniest, really small volume knob on the face of the planet. For Christ Sakes Altec Lansing could you guys have snapped on any smaller volume knob? I'm serious. True, it does come with a remote control but personally I would rather just use the knob, which is small. Have I mentioned that?

Other than that small flaw this is an excellent device. Gets pretty good sound for being so small in size and price in comparision to other similiar devices, I have to give it that. Doesn't have the deep bass or get really loud, but that isn't what I paid 30 bucks for. I bought this is that I could listen to the radio at a moderate level in my house, not to make it a dance club. Also, the reception of this product is amazing. I can face the antenea straight towards the wall in my house and i always get full coverage from XM. I had the other brand for two weeks and could never get never one bar coverage inside of my house, from the exact same area that I have the XM reciever. XM to totally worth the $12.95 a month and this docking station is a great way to get your monies worth.