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With its champagne-gold aluminum face plate and European cherrywood speakers, the FS-7000 is an eye pleaser. But the real value lies in its effortless 13-watts-per-channel sound, which, from the single CD or built-in tuner, comes through clear, punchy, and surprisingly loud for speakers with 3-inch cones. On our test material, voices were rendered sweetly and naturally, producing extended high frequencies without subjecting us to steely sibilance or blatant peakiness. The FS-7000's CD player successfully delineated complex instrumental passages with a little help from the Active Hyper-Bass function, which lends the low end some much-needed presence (you'll probably leave this on).
In comparing the onboard CD player with a standalone player piped in through one of two line inputs, the sound--and in particular the soundstaging--was clearly better from the standalone. This suggests that the FS-7000's preamp/amplifier stages are of higher quality than the onboard CD player.
While the JVC FS-7000's most endearing feature is its good sound, convenience also ranks highly. Besides fitting nicely on a 15-inch stretch of shelf space, the system offers tone controls, a line-level input and output (to accommodate a MiniDisc recorder or tape deck), and a dedicated subwoofer output for those who want real heft in the playback. All of these features are reigned in through a proportionately large, vertical-stance, full-function remote control.
A handy clock/timer with 20-minute back-up power and snooze function enables the FS-7000 to provide a musical wake-up call, while a dual-layer (orange and blue) FL display shows a digital representation of an analog clock when the unit is off.
Though some assembly is required (namely connecting the speakers with the neatly soldered speaker wire, which is provided), the FS-7000 was a breeze to operate and program and should pose little threat to the technologically wary.
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 Enjoy music from iPod, CD, and radio on this stylish speaker system. |
 A motorized door opens to reveal an iPod dock and 2-disc CD player. |
 Blue backlit LCD and digital clock. |
Docking Station for iPod
The iH328B's certified iPod connector lets you dock your iPod. Dock it, close the door, and enjoy your favorite tunes--and control your iPod from the iH328B or the included remote--while your iPod gets a charge. The system comes with seven docking brackets to fit different iPods.
2-Disc CD Player
Listen to your CD favorites with the vertical-load 2-disc player, also behind the motorized door. Play CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs with programmable tracks, repeat, and random play.
Radio and Digital Clock
Instantly access your favorite radio stations with the user presets on the digital tune AM/FM stereo radio. The digital clock also features a Sleep Timer function.
Sound Features
Dial in the perfect sound with the preset EQ (Rock, Classic, Jazz, Pop), and enjoy clear sound from the full-range speakers.
Great Looks
The translucent door, sleek profile, and blue backlit LCD add an exciting touch to any room.
Input/Output
Enjoy video and photo from your iPod on your television using the video-out jack. Connect external audio devices with the RCA auxiliary input. The device also features a stereo headphone jack for quiet listening.
Remote Control
Control docked iPods and the iH328B from across the room with the included remote (uses included CR2025 button cell battery)
What's in the Box
iLive iH328B Dual-CD Home Music System with iPod Dock (Black), remote control, iPod brackets (7), and owner's manual.
Enjoy music from iPod, CD, radio, and more. A motorized door opens to reveal a dock for iPod and 2-disc CD player. The dock plays and charges your iPod, and the CD player features continuous play to keep your music going. Dynamic stereo speakers reproduce every nuance of your music, and the preset equalizer settings allow you to tailor music for any room. Sit back, relax, and enjoy your music while you control it all with the remote.
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