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Ion Audio LP2CD Turntable

27-Feb-09

The Ion LP2CD isn’t the prettiest deck we’ve seen, but it’s the most efficient way to transform your records into CDs, and does a nice job consolidating CD and LP playback into one device.

Vestax VCI-300 digital DJ bundle

13-Feb-09

The Vestax VCI-300 is the ideal system for digital DJs who want a streamlined, professional rig with an emphasis on stability and precise control.

Yamaha HTR-6160

04-Feb-09

The Yamaha HTR-6160 sounds great, but it’s tough to recommend with its paltry HDMI connectivity, poor upconversion quality, and other design quirks.

Pioneer VSX-1018AH-K

29-Jan-09

The Pioneer VSX-1018AH’s solid sound and generous feature package make it a great value in the midrange AV receiver class.

Numark TTi Turntable

08-Dec-08

The Numark TTi is an average turntable with a unique iPod recording feature, but it doesn’t take the sting out of digitizing your records.

Sony XDR-F1HD

18-Nov-08

Hailed by audiophiles as one of the greatest tuners ever, the Sony XDR-F1HD is arguably the best–and most affordable–way to add HD radio to any stereo system.

Logitech Pure-Fi Anytime

13-Nov-08

Logitech’s Pure-Fi Anytime is a good choice for anyone in the market for a basic, affordable iPhone/iPod-friendly clock radio–so long as you’re not a stickler for sound quality.

JVC NX-PN7 iPod/iPhone audio system

11-Nov-08

Those with multiple iPods will find the great-sounding JVC NX-PN7 to be a worthwhile purchase, if they can live without a snooze button.

Pioneer Inno XMP3

07-Nov-08

The Pioneer Inno XMP3 experiences the signal hiccups typical of portable satellite radio receivers, but it’s super compact, easy to use, and packed with handy recording features, making it a suitable choice for XM subscribers looking for an on-the-go solution.

Pioneer XMP3

07-Nov-08

The Pioneer XMP3 experiences the signal hiccups typical of portable satellite radio receivers, but it’s super compact, easy to use, and packed with handy recording features, making it a suitable choice for XM subscribers looking for an on-the-go solution.

Panasonic SA-BX500

15-Oct-08

Panasonic’s cool-running SA-BX500 receiver sounds fine, but it’s woefully underfeatured, especially considering its high price tag.

Boston Acoustics Horizon Duo-i (midnight/gray)

05-Sep-08

The Boston Acoustics Horizon Duo-i is a great-sounding AM/FM/iPod clock radio with plenty of customization and connectivity options.

Philips NP1100/37

29-Aug-08

The Philips NP1100/37 lacks the bells and whistles of some other network digital audio players, but it should satisfy those looking for basic streaming on a budget.

ZeeVee ZvBox Zv-100

27-Aug-08

While the ZvBox succeeds in delivering any Web- or PC-based videos to your TV, the system’s convoluted setup and laggy control scheme make it hard to recommend–especially at this price.

Sonos BU150 Digital Music System

05-Aug-08

With the Bundle 150, Sonos continues to refine its excellent multiroom digital audio system–but the price remains high compared to alternative streaming audio products from Logitech and Apple.

Boston Acoustics Horizon Solo clock radio (midnight/gray)

31-Jul-08

The Boston Acoustics Horizon Solo is a heavy-duty clock radio, but its bare-bones feature set will have shoppers trading up to the iPod-enabled step-up model.

Onkyo TX-SR606 (silver)

15-Jul-08

The Onkyo TX-SR606 offers tons of functionality for the price, but subpar video processing and improved competition means it’s less of a standout receiver than last year’s version.

Onkyo TX-SR606 (black)

15-Jul-08

The Onkyo TX-SR606 offers tons of functionality for the price, but subpar video processing and improved competition means it’s less of a standout receiver than last year’s version.

iLuv i168 HD Radio

30-May-08

Though it does include an HD Radio tuner at a fairly low price, the no-frills iLuv i168 doesn’t offer much to distinguish itself from the clock radio competition.

iLuv i168 HD Radio

30-May-08

Though it does include an HD Radio tuner at a fairly low price, the no-frills iLuv i168 doesn’t offer much to distinguish itself from the clock radio competition.

Aluratek Internet Radio Alarm Clock with Built in WiFi

01-May-08

The Aluratek Internet Radio Alarm Clock with Built-in WiFi won’t wow you with its sound, but it won us over with its versatile feature set and solid streaming performance.

iHome iH12BR (black)

24-Apr-08

While its sound isn’t so impressive, the iHome iH12′s simple and attractive design gives it an appeal as a budget iPod clock radio.

iHome iH12PR (pink)

24-Apr-08

While its sound isn’t so impressive, the iHome iH12′s simple and attractive design gives it an appeal as a budget iPod clock radio.

Asus Air (wood)

27-Mar-08

The Asus Air’s subpar sound and myriad design issues will have you looking at alternatives to this Wi-Fi radio.

Asus Air (black)

27-Mar-08

The Asus Air’s subpar sound and myriad design issues will have you looking at alternatives to this Wi-Fi radio.

Asus Air (black)

27-Mar-08

The Asus Air’s subpar sound and myriad design issues will have you looking at alternatives to this Wi-Fi radio.

Asus Air (wood)

27-Mar-08

The Asus Air’s subpar sound and myriad design issues will have you looking at alternatives to this Wi-Fi radio.

Grace ITC-IR1000B Wireless Internet Radio (black)

17-Mar-08

While it lacks even some basic extras, the Grace Wireless Internet Radio delivers smooth Internet radio via Wi-Fi at a relatively affordable price.

Grace ITC-IR1000B Wireless Internet Radio (black)

17-Mar-08

While it lacks even some basic extras, the Grace Wireless Internet Radio delivers smooth Internet radio via Wi-Fi at a relatively affordable price.

Logitech Squeezebox Duet

04-Mar-08

With its excellent iPod-like remote, the Logitech Squeezebox Duet is an ideal way to stream the full range of digital music–including files on your computer’s hard drive, premium subscription music services, and free Internet radio–to your living roo…