Sharp XL-HP500 3-Disc Executive Microsystem

Sharp XL-HP500 3-Disc Executive Microsystem Review

Sharp XL-HP500 3-Disc Executive Microsystem Feature

• Stylish compact stereo with tray-loading 3-CD changer and single-well autoreverse cassette deck
• 30-preset FM/AM digital tuner, high 50 watts per channel power
• Magnetically shielded speakers for placement near computer monitors or televisions
• Stereo analog-audio input accommodates DVD player, MP3 player, or VCR
• Sleep timer and record/playback timers let you fall asleep and wake to music; includes full-function remote control

Offering CD, cassette, and radio listening from a single small but powerful system, Sharp's silver XL-HP500 compact stereo will look and sound great in the office, den, bedroom, or living room. Its fluorescent color display keeps track information and time of day in easy sight, and the system offers a built-in alarm clock with associated sleep timer, recording timer, and playback timer so you can fall asleep and wake to your favorite music.

The XL-HP500's hefty 50 watts per channel will make your CDs sound great in small to medium-sized rooms, when you're cranking them up and when you're playing them quietly; an overshadowed benefit of high power is that you get full sound, even at low volumes. You can listen straight through a disc, set the player to repeat, or set it to play random selections.

Load up to three CDs at a time and listen to them continuously, in random mode, or one at a time--you can even swap out two of the discs while the third is playing. The system's two-way speakers are magnetically shielded to allow distortion-free placement near TVs or computer monitors. Detachable grilles expose the speakers' generous 5.125-inch woofers, dome tweeters, and bass-enhancing ports.

The single-well cassette deck offers full-logic controls and autoreverse playback for hands-free extended listening. The 30-preset FM/AM digital tuner automatically scans available stations for easy programming. Use the X-Bass circuit to boost the speakers' bass output, or choose from among five preset equalizer curves to tailor the sound to your preference.

A dedicated subwoofer output facilitates hookup with an external (and optional) powered subwoofer to fill out your music's bass frequencies, while stereo RCA analog-audio inputs accommodate an external device like a DVD player, MP3 player, voice recorder, or VCR. Want to listen in private? Plug a pair of headphones (not included) into the unit's .125-inch headphone jack. This system is Energy Star compliant, meeting all guidelines for energy efficiency.

What's in the Box
Main unit, two speakers, an FM/AM antenna, a full-function remote control, remote batteries, a user's manual, and warranty information. Stylish, compact, and powerful, this executive micro system is perfect for any office, den, or bedroom. With 100 watts of power (50 W + 50 W), a 3 CD changer, and a full logic cassette deck, this executive micro system is a perfect audio system for any environment.