RCA RS1249 Compact Stereo System

by RCA

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 19.3 x 15 x 24.2 inches ; 24.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 25 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00000J06D
• Item model number: RS1249
• Batteries: 8 D batteries required.
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #355,851 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

At first glance, RCA's RS-1249 compact system seems a bit too flashy with its bulbous shape, colored lights, and tiny icons of guitar, sax, and orchestra conductor (which glow red if you've selected one of their corresponding equalization settings). But looks can be deceiving. It's actually a remarkably good-sounding compact system with far more substance than flash.

The RS-1249 comes equipped with a three-disc drawer-type CD changer, a dual-well cassette deck, a digital AM/FM tuner with 32 presets, two-way speakers, and a full-function remote control. This unit is pleasingly intuitive to operate. Although you'll want to consult the manual for advanced functions, getting it up and running is easy. For example, the RS-1249 automatically senses your tape type (chrome, normal, etc.) and sets the recording level, so recording to cassette is essentially a one-button operation. The full-function remote is also a model of clean design.

We were immediately impressed by the RS-1249's open and rich musical presentation. In fact, its sound is so seductively smooth and warm, we'd go as far as to use the word "creamy." Two other sonic qualities stand out: One is the RS-1249's ability to sound bigger than it is--we never felt like we were listening to just two small speakers. The other is the highly natural tones the RS-1249 brings to instruments and voices.

The RS-1249's excellent digital tuner deserves special mention for its ability to capture stations and for its clear, static-free sound.

If you're looking for a super-affordable, natural sounding, and easy-to-use compact system with just the right set of features, check out RCA's RS-1249. --Wayne Garcia

Pros:

• Full, seductive sound
• Easy to use
• Recording to cassette is a snap

Cons:

• Flashy panel display cannot be turned off

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

50 of 52 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A very good product., March 11, 2000

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This is a great sounding stereo with a great price. It's worth every cent. A must have for someone who wants spectacular quality with an affordable price.

40 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You can't beat this one for value!, May 4, 2000

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B. S. Andrews "barbiesa" (Toledo, OH) - See all my reviews
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Frankly, I didn't expect to like this as much as I do! I expected it to look a little cheap and maybe sound that way too, but when it arrived (in 3 days!), I was very pleasantly surprised. Even if I had had more money to spend on a more expensive system, I doubt if I could be happier than I am now with my new RCA! It has great sound and a sleek, sophisticated design. You can't go wrong with this one!

29 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great impulse buy!, May 25, 2000

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E. M. Carey "LGW" (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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I wasn't actually LOOKING for a compact stereo, although I've wanted one for months. But when browsing through Amazon, I came across this one, read the editorial and customer reviews, and then bought it. Well, it's barely out of the box, and it's fantastic! The sound is great, the controls are clear, the features are easy to use and helpful... basically, what everybody already said here. They were right, and they made me decide to buy it. It's a wonderful stereo at a great price...like everyone else, I highly recommend it!