Customer Reviews

Delphi Boom Box Audio System for SkyFi/SkyFi2/RoadyXT

5 star:		(27)
4 star:		(17)
3 star:		(9)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(8)

 

 

I was somewhat apprehensive ordering this considering some of the bad reviews the SA10001 had. This unit must be its successor. Worked great right out of the box. Even though I live in a rural area I had no problem picking up a good signal. Sound quality is good and the bass/treble controls (selected on XM receiver and not on boombox) seem to have good range. Only problem I have with the unit is no where to store the power adapter. So far happy with the purchase and a good way to utilize my SkyFi 2 as a portable unit.

First, let me tell you what the unit isn't.

It is not a several thousand dollar BOSE surround system.
It is not a several hundred dollar CD system.

If that is what you are looking for lay out the cash.

This is a darn good unit to listen to XM on and it works great. Did it work right out of the box? NO! Did I call Delphi and get the problem solved over the phone? YES!

Like one person that couldn't get a signal, I had the same problem, the solution, the radio was not seated securely in the cradle. I was instructed to turn the unit around and place my eight fingers on the bottom of the box and my two thumbs on top of the inserted radio and firmly push to securely seat. Presto problem solved. The more I use this unit the easier it fits.

To the person that said there is no bass or trebel or volume control, use the settings on the radio or better yet use the remote control supplied with the SkiFi2 and it is perfect.

Finally, I have found this unit works inside the house as well as outside without having to put the antenna outside.

Again for what this unit is, an $80.00 dollar radio, I think the sound is fine and it does have all the features anyone needs for the beach, backyard, boat, listening to the ball games whatever.

Worked great right out of the box. Fast shipping with tracking. Simple hookup. Eliminates the cumbersome wires to keep XM with me anywhere with one subscription. Sound is good and reception is better. Very happy with purchase!

This is my second boombox by Delphi. My first lasted about a year and then the bass chanel quit working. I don't know if it was in the pre-amp or the speakers, but all I had was treble. Prior to it blowing out, I kept hearing an occasional burst of static, which occurred periodically for about a month. Unfortunately, it happened about a month after the warranty was up. This new box is apparently the upgraded version of the previous model, and so far so good. Except, once in awhile, I hear that burst of static. Also, Delphi hasn't really corrected the low grade hum you can hear when the volume is on mute. This product is a great idea with a lot of potential. I just wish Delphi would pull their heads out of their rear ends and hire some real audio engineers.

I also found this boom box for a very good price and I had to have it and I love it more then the home kit....HoooAH

Nice having the equipment for home/car/yard flexibility.... but the unit does not produce much volume. Got a good deal so I am satisfied but not thrilled.

I like this little boom box a lot. I have one SkiFi2 in my car, I use a home adapter at my house, but I wanted something to take with me fishing, camping or something for outside. The radio is certainly sufficient, but does not play very loud. I don't mind that but my children do. I like everything about this radio, except one thing, which is why I did not give it 5 stars. The antenna hangs on a holder on the back of the radio. I would have prefered it to have a catch of some sort so that it wouldn't fall off in transport. I drilled a small hole through the antenna base into the back cover and placed a small nail into the hole and that works great, Now the antenna doesn't fall off the holder. I just remove the small nail if I need to remove the antenna for better reception. I would certainly recommend this radio for anyone with a SkiFi or Roady who want the flexibility of having XM service anywhere!

Not much volume and no bass or tervle controls. It functions well and the antenna works fine but the sound is flat and weak.

Liked the features for the price. Especially liked the hidden antenna wire feature.
:)

I haven't enjoyed the boom box because the antenna couldn't find a signal, after moving it to every possible south facing setting, to send to the boom box. I used this xm receiver in one of my trucks and it worked fine. not the case with the indoor set-up.