Tivoli Audio MSYDKCLA Music System Digital AM/FM/CD Hi Fi System with High-Gloss Dark Walnut Finish

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14 x 9 x 6 inches ; 13 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 17 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000IDYR4E
• Item model number: MSYDKCLA
• Batteries: 2 AA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #68,858 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 3, 2006

Product Description

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They use hand-lacquered wood where others are content with plastic. The Tivoli Audio Music System – like all their products – incorporates one of the finest tuners available at any price. It is simple to use but sophisticated inside.

The Music System delivers full and expansive stereo sound – including a SpacePhase™ wide mode – from two integrated speakers and a down-firing, magnetically shielded, powered subwoofer. A self-adjusting lighted display provides the time and audio track information.

Like all Tivoli Audio products, the Music System stereo is compatible with iPod and other players. The multi-layered, high-gloss, hand-lacquered wood cabinet is available in your choice of three finishes: piano black with a silver faceplate, piano white with a silver faceplate, or dark walnut with a beige faceplate.

Feature List

Adjustable, Down-firing powered subwoofer Battery back-up Detachable power cord Dual rear bass ports FM Radio Data Service (RDS) Integrated slot-load CD player Plays CD, CDR, CDRW, CD Text, MP3, and WMA Sleep timer Stereo Headphone Output Auto backlight Beautiful High Gloss wood cabinet in 3 different color choices Digital clock and date Dual three inch, long throw, video shielded speakers Independent Alarm Volume

Mix Input Record Output Snooze Treble control Auxiliary Input Compact Remote Control Digital tuner with 6 FM and 6 AM station presets External FM and AM Antennas Independent Dual Alarms One Year Warranty Separate transformer for the speakers and subwoofer SpacePhase™ Wide EQ Wake to FM, AM, CD, or Auxiliary device

Product Description

The Tivoli Audio Music System is a full-featured tabletop music system and the ultimate in high fidelity stereo sound. With its concert quality sound, the Music System is designed to bring music to the ears of the most discernible audiophile and music lover. Nothing looks better or sounds better (GQ) than the Music System. The Music System includes a slot-loading CD player, AM/FM radio, built-in powered subwoofer and amplifier, and digital clock with battery backup and dual alarms with snooze function. The CD player has shuffle and repeat functions, and is compatible CD, MP3, WMA, CD-R, CD-RW, and CD Text formats. Both AM and FM antennas are included for optimum radio reception, as well as six presets for AM and FM radio stations. An easy-to-read LCD; that automatically adjusts to lighting conditions, display shows CD/MP3 text or Radio Data System (RDS) information, where available. Music System offers full and expansive, high-fidelity stereo sound via its two incorporated speakers with SpacePhase equalization choices between mono, stereo and wide mode, while a built-in, down-firing 5 magnetically-shielded powered subwoofer adds rich musical bass. The subwoofer also has a volume control. The unit also features a bass reflex design for extended bass response, and separate amps for maximum power efficiency. It has two full-range, long-throw 3 drivers, front panel stereo headphone output, two rear bass ports, stereo record output and auxiliary and mixing inputs. The Music System also comes with a credit card-sized remote. The Tivoli Audio Music System is housed in an attractive, high-gloss hand-lacquered piano black wood cabinet, and is also available in dark walnut or piano white wood cabinets. With its array of easy-to-use features and its sophisticated electronics, the Music System combines style with sexed-up features. (WIRED) Dimensions: 5.375 High X 14.125 Wide x 8.5 Deep

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "not your father's model one", April 13, 2007

By	J. Janssen (San Diego, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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This is an absolutely gorgeous piece of audio engineering and as long as your tastes don't run to Jefferson Starship at concert volume levels it runs rings around any other "all in one" system I've heard. However, the prospective purchaser should be aware that the only resemblence between this unit and the Model 1, 2, & 3 Tivoli products is in appearance only. This is a completely digital CD/AM/FM/Aux with all that implies....no comfortable venier tuner knob, much more complicated user controls complete w/ 2 alarms, a clock/date function, shuffle capability for the CD, presets, etc., etc. If you're looking for the simplicty of the Model 1 (still the best table radio made, period) then I'd urge you to consider the Model 2 unit with the CD player. The controls are much less complicated and very much like the Model 1. Hook up the optional bass module and you've got the optimum system for less cash, but in more boxes w/ less features....but as a singular piece of gear I don't think you can beat the Tivoli Audio system. If you still have vinyl and a head amp and turntable the aux input will accomodate; ditto for a tape deck or any other common audio source. And, in terms of pure cosmetics, nothing even comes close. Pricey, but worth it.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars HAVEN'T ENJOYED A TABLE RADIO THIS MUCH IN 30 YEARS, January 18, 2007

By	J. Niss (Western Mass) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

And it is certainly more than that, as it's cd player also sounds very very fine. I just received this today and it exceeds my expectations by a long shot.
Great sound, remote & reception-- and it's quite beautiful to boot!

I am spoiled by my "main rig": a 2 channel system that includes a VPI Aries turntable, Marantz model 7 pre-amp, a Naim cd5 cd player, KEF 105.2 speakers, and Grado PS1 and AKG K1000 headphones. This one piece unit is more in league with that fine equipment than with the alternatives; so much so that I did not want to turn it off tonight. My local NPR station was playing some Sinatra just now, and it is the best I've EVER heard him sound from a radio. Before that an alternative station played some REM off "chronic town" followed by "London Calling" and it rocked a large dining room and kitchen very nicely. I love my new radio!
I auditioned everything but the new cambridge soundworks hd unit (which was not shipping yet), and I'm glad I trusted my instincts and the few reviews because this is just fantastic.
Also tried the headphone out and was pleasently surprised at the results
through sony cd3000's and shure e500's. very listenable though I'll bet the line out to a headphone amp will be a large improvement.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, but more looks than brawns, January 6, 2008

By	nycebo (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

I needed to replace my Nakamichi Soundspace 8 unit which was beginning to function quite poorly. While I had enjoyed the highs and mids of the Nak, the bass response had always been poor, too boosty, and too rattly at mid range amplitudes.

So, I set about looking for a replacement and ultimately decided to go with the Tivoli. As stated by other reviewers, it is a gorgeous and magnificiently made unit. Simply going by looks, I'm happy I purchased it. The footprint is much smaller compared to the 3 piece Nakamichi I had, as well as most of the other tabletop stereos out there.

The problem begins with sound quality. To a point, it is a bit 'flat' in my experience. In other words, it can sound a little muffled and leaves me wanting on certain tracks. This is not to say that it isn't the best sounding alarm clock I've ever owned, but it really won't serve as anything more than morning music for me in the bedroom. I had hoped for a much warmer and richer listening experience. Alas it is small and I will admit that the piece is so beautiful that at least I love looking at it. Moreover, for radio, it is more than acceptable. Indeed, it's tailor made for classical music since it does seem to capture midrange very well.

As for the interface, ease of use is de rigeur for Tivoli and I have not complaints. Buttons click well, the center knob is a delete and offers great feedback. Oddly, when switching to the internal CD source, I will admit that there is a slight clip as though unplugging a source while powered, but perhaps it's by design.

All in all, I like the unit well. 3 stars for average seems fair since I was really expecting a 5 for sounds, and as we all know, high expectations make for difficult reviews.

UPDATE: As others have already experienced, I've too experienced the "CD player is frozen and does not operate unless the power is unplugged" problem. If you're considering this unit, it's a better clock radio but it's certainly not a stereo replacement. I'll reiterate, though, it is a beautiful unit and does sound good for what it is.