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$48.99

iLive Home Music System: Bluetooth CD Player with Alarm Clock & AM/FM Radio

iLive

4.3 out of 5 stars

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Rating details & item highlights

value
3.8 out of 5
quality
3.6 out of 5

Bluetooth wireless
Top-load disc (CD) player
Digital volume control
Sleep timer and single alarm
Dimmer control
Dimensions (Overall): 7.6 Inches (H) x 4.1 Inches (W) x 7.1 Inches (D)
Weight: 2.4 Pounds
Electronics Features: Bluetooth, Repeat Function, Alarm Clock, LCD Display, Programmable CD Memory, Wireless, AM/FM Radio, Station Presets, Sleep Timer, CD Player
Compatible With: CD
Number of channels: 2 Speaker Channels
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz

$499.95

Yamaha CD-S303 CD Player with MP3/WMA/LPCM/FLAC/USB Compatibility

Yamaha

4.9 out of 5 stars

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Rating details & item highlights

Laser pickup floating mechanism
Intelligent Digital Servo keeps out unwanted vibrations
Play Mode Memory to keep the same play mode for each disc
Dimmer with 4 illumination levels
Please check the product box for the Yamaha provided manual with instructions
Dimensions (Overall): 3.38 inches (H) x 17.12 inches (W) x 10.25 inches (D)
Weight: 7.7 pounds
Electronics Condition: New
Number of channels: 1 speaker channels
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20Khz
Battery: 2 AAA Alkaline, Required, Not Included

Guests also ask:

What surround channel configurations do these home theater systems offer?

Across the results you’ll find a wide range of channel configurations, from simple stereo/2.1 and 3.0 setups up to multi‑channel immersive systems such as 5.0.2, 7.1.2, 11.1.4 and even large 13–16 speaker configurations.

What subwoofer options do these systems include or support?

Some systems include a dedicated wireless subwoofer or have built‑in woofers, while others note that you can add an optional wireless subwoofer to achieve deeper bass.

What connectivity options are commonly available on these soundbars?

Common connectivity includes HDMI and HDMI ARC, optical audio, Bluetooth wireless, and on some models USB and Wi‑Fi; several listings explicitly mention HDMI, Optical Audio, Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi support.

What wireless rear speaker and placement options are mentioned?

Some systems include or support wireless rear speakers and describe flexible placement, including free‑standing or wall‑mounting the wireless speakers and placing them virtually anywhere for broader surround coverage.

What room‑calibration or automatic sound‑tuning features are offered?

Several listings describe automatic room calibration using built‑in microphones or sound‑field optimization that analyzes room acoustics and adjusts audio settings.

What voice‑assistant, smart‑control and streaming features appear in these systems?

Some units include built‑in voice‑assistant support; many list smart‑control options such as companion mobile apps and wireless streaming protocols for phone or TV integration.