Product Description
Your perfect music companion at home and on the go! Enjoy superb sound with powerful bass at home or away with the uniquely portable ShoqBox ShoqBox 512MB Personal Sound System lets you savor 120 MP3 or 240 WMA songs in dynamic sound with XSL Acoustics. Your ShoqBox with built-in speakers is small enough to carry or fit anywhere! Includes ShoqBox, AC/DC adaptor/charger, USB cable, Line-in cable, CD-ROM (Device Manager, Musicmatch Jukebox, user manuals), FM antenna and Travel case.
Customer Reviews:
Very annoying! Don't buy it!.......2007-12-05
I'll keep it short. (The review is for the 256MB version). One word - Annoying. The fact that Philips FORCED you to use the musicmatch software to load songs is very very annoying. Difficult to use. And as another reviewed said, it doesn't resume. Once stopped, it goes back to the first song. That't annoying too. You'll be better off with just buying a cheap MP3 player and a separate powered mini speaker. Doesn't look as nice but at least it works fine! Really regret buying the Philips!!
This is a great little gaget.......2007-11-13
I have two of these the first I bought for $150 more than two years ago and the most recent I got for $60.
I have had very little trouble with using the features or transfering files.
Don't use Music match though. With XP windows, media player works fine for tranfers. But there is a neat piece of free software called Shoqbox Buddy which is excellent - for transfers and creating playlists. Shoqbox Buddy works fine with Vista.
Cons: There is no way to expand memory - wish it had a SD card slot. Also I occasionally have to reset the unit to get it to start - using a pencil to press on the reset button at the back of the player.
Cannot load songs.......2007-06-09
I spent 3 days trying to get some songs into this MP3 player and I finally gave up. Every time MusicMatch Jukebox starts coming up, it will give an error "MusicMatch Jukebox has experienced an error and must close". I can see the PSS120 as a USB hard drive and can copy files to it using Windows Explorer, but I cannot listen to them on the device. Unless you get the songs downloaded thru MusicMatch, the PSS120 serves only as a storage device.
I emailed Philips customer service and described the issue in detail. Their email answer was to read the FAQ. What kind of answer is that?
I then called Philips. The customer service rep asked me to uninstall everything and reinstall it. She would not stay on the phone. She said to call back when I have done that and still have a problem. I told her that I have already done that several times on multiple computers and still get the same problem. She said to "try it again". Needless to say, I got the same error and decided not to call Philips again.
I am very dissappointed in the product and even more dissappointed in Philips customer service. I was considering buying a Philips large screen TV, but after this experience I will not consider a Philips product again.
Love the Shoqbox.......2007-06-08
Revolutionary product - The only negative is the software. Although you won't use Windows Media Player to install the music, you must not have WMP version 11 (you can have v.10) on your computer to download music into the Shoqbox. Versatility and sound is 5 star.
can't work.......2007-06-01
I bought this thing all the way from US and VPOST to send it all the way to me in Malaysia and found out that it doesn't work. It is really frustrating. Now I have to send to out local service centre to repair.
Product Description
Enjoy superb sound with powerful bass at home or away with the uniquely portable ShoqBox. Savor 120 MP3 or 240 WMA songs in dynamic sound with XSL acoustics. Your ShoqBox with built-in speakers is small enough to carry or fit anywhere!
Customer Reviews:
I hate Music Matchbox .......2007-07-07
I just recieved my shoqbox. The sound is great and I had no problem with getting the system started. My biggest problem was the Music Matchbox program. That programs is difficult to use. Extremely user unfriendly. I spent about four hours trying to figure it out (the amount it takes to fully charge the system). It's extremely slow to transfer music onto it, once you figure it out. After that, its a cool little system. Phillip should figure out how to get a better program than Matchbox and now yahoo music.
Have bought two--would buy a third!.......2007-01-13
I love the concept, the sound, and the size of this player. I particularly love the rechargable batteries. However, I give it only four stars because of the software to add songs to it... it does not have a Mac version and it is difficult to install. Another reason is that every time you want to listen to the radio you have to scan the airwaves with the antenna plugged in.
We used it to play lullabies for my granddaughter in her incubator in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. We connected an iShuffle to it-- It was just the right size!
WOW ! ! !.......2006-09-05
This thing is great its like having a party anywhere... I take it to the beach, to work, and just any random place to have some fun. You can put lecture notes in it or audio books and listen in the car and then while you shower, and then in the backyard and the sound has a clear bass and treble to it it reminds me of the Bose system. People it is great and I love mine I hope you guy have this much fun with it.
Read the Instructions.... Had to press reset Right out of the Box.......2006-08-16
Due to battery discharge to the point of being died... You have to press the reset button on back while the unit is plugged in. Then it came right up & works wonderfully. If you would read the instuctions, it does state that this might happen. Easy to overcome & the unit is one very tough unit. I love the alarm clock feature & the fact it works after it is unplugged & turned off. As long as you have the alarm set, even if unplugged from the charger & not in use the Unit "wakes itself & Wakes you with Music of your Choise. Very cool & wonderful unit. Just bought 2 more for Gifts. Hope this helps all of you. No Worries, Really.
Philips PSS120 512 MB MP3 Personal Sound System Great Box.......2006-06-23
I've had this shoqbox 24 hours.
Extremely pleased with everything about it. Please enjoy.
Customer Reviews:
Great Mini Boom Box.......2007-01-10
This sound system is great. It puts out very loud and clear music. I use it on my motorcycle and I can hear the music without using ear plugs. Downloading music was a little tricky at first.
excellent player........needs a bit more memory, though.......2007-01-10
the title says it all. This was a great simple mp3 player. One of few that had speakers already. It was fairly easy to work and set up but it needs at least 1 gb of memory and it would have been nice if it picked up playing tracks where it was shut off at............all around I recommend it though
Product Description
More than a mere table radio with clock, this is a one-piece, high-performance, music system for nightstand, desk, shelf, - anywhere. 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. An external FM antenna and 9 foot power cord are included. Detachable power cord Digital clock and date Informative, accurate display Digital tuner with 6 FM and 6 AM station presets - Accurate manual or auto seek tuning with favorite radio station presets for instant recall Dual rear bass ports enhance bass output Dual three inch, long throw, video shielded speakers for excellent stereo reproduction and also permits use near a television or computer monitor External FM and AM Antennas / FM Radio Data Service (RDS) Shows radio text information such as song tile and artist (where available) Independent Alarm Volume - Alarm's volume can be set at a level different from normal listening use; Independent Dual Alarms - up to 2 different users can each set their own wake-up times Integrated slot-load CD player Slot load is easier to load CDs - not as cumbersome as tray or pop open top designs Mix Input Allows playback of another device in addition to the current source, such as hearing your computer along with the radio Tivoli Audio USA One Year Warranty for worry-free operation and peace of mind Plays CD, CDR, CDRW, CD Text, MP3, and WMA - compatible with today's popular music compression formats Record Output - Record from the Music System onto cassette, mini disc, etc. AC Powered
Amazon.com Product Description
The Tivoli Audio Hi-Fi Music System is a full-featured tabletop system that gives you the ultimate in high-fidelity stereo sound. With its concert quality sound, the Hi-Fi Music System is designed to bring stunning audio to the ears of the most discerning audiophile and music lover. It includes a slot-loading CD player, digital AM/FM radio, and a built-in powered subwoofer with amplifier. The CD player has shuffle and repeat functions, and is compatible with CD, MP3, WMA, CD-R, CD-RW, and CD-Text formats. Both AM and FM antennas are included for optimum radio reception, and six presets are available for AM and FM radio stations. An easy-to-read LCD automatically adjusts to lighting conditions and shows CD/MP3 text or Radio Data System information (where available). The Hi-Fi Music System offers full and expansive high-fidelity stereo sound via its two 3" drivers with SpacePhase equalization. A built-in, down-firing 5" magnetically-shielded powered subwoofer adds rich musical bass and features a separate volume control. The unit also features a bass reflex design for extended bass response, and separate amps for maximum power efficiency. A front panel stereo headphone output, a stereo record output, and auxiliary and mixing inputs give you additional flexibility. The digital clock with battery backup has convenient dual alarms with snooze function. The Hi-Fi Music System also comes with a credit card-sized remote. It is all housed in an attractive furniture grade black ash cabinet.
Customer Reviews:
embarrassing-disappointed.......2007-08-09
Order based on positive reviews, and comparisons, purchased to replace old cumbersome stack system, and speakers. However, received sub-standard product. Openned and followed easy install instructions, and had planned to use as background music for same evening dinner party. Excellent sound quality as advertised, however 4 cuts into CD everything unravelled, CD distorted, and skipped. Maybe defective CD? tried new/multiply CD's, same result every time. Followed trouble shooting instructions to remove batteries, and unplug unit, complied with instructions muliple times over three day period (also, needless to say, no music for dinner party evening). Lost confidence in item, did not want to chance same result on relacement, returned for refund, and purchased Boston Acoustic CD unit. BA Plays perfectly with great sound quality, and looks good.
Standard of reference.......2007-07-22
Tivoli either doesn't plan to sell many of these or will have to come down on the price--not that it's necessarily overpriced. As a musician, reviewer, and constant listener I can attest that the Tivoli engineers' "tuning" of the sound leaves little to be desired. Evenness across the sonic spectrum, balance, "tightness," crispness, fullness, richness, naturalness and presence--more in evidence than ever. It's not a sound that's likely to cause heads to turn the first time you hear it--Tivoli doesn't go in for the artificial effects, echoey and overly spacious synthesized sounds. If you want a lot of stereo separation, save some money and pick up the Tivoli Model Two with the satellite speaker plus CD deck. If you want to feel to rumble, add Tivoli's sub-woofer. But if you simply want great, reliable, true sound in a small package, this is quality all the way.
A couple of minor annoyances: the many little buttons on the machine go against Tivoli's tradition of simplicity as well as occasionally strain my patience (especially when I'm using sources other than CD). Also, the CD will occasionally appear to jam. The solution is to disconnect and reconnect the electrical cord.
Blows every other compact CD/AM/FM System away-Including Bose.......2007-06-26
A few days ago I wrote of my satisfaction with the Tivoli Clock Radio.
On the excellence of that, I wanted one that played CDs, AM & FM, and bought this model after EXTENSIVE research!
We had a Bose which was to fill a hall with symphony sound. It didn't offer what it said and we gave it away. A few years ago, my husband bought a Marantz for a few thousand dollars. Both he and I admit the sound from this Tivoli surpasses that. Incredible.
The Tivoli Audio Music System Digital AM/FM/CD Hi-Fi System in Black Ash/Silver is stunning. It is substantial and impressive asthetically. We are New Yorkers and with all honestly, it sounds like Carnegie Hall.
A glass of Chablis and awe-struck from the sound we had the best night in a long time!
It is so phenominal, I've called two people to listen and experience it. We never would have thought of doing this with the Bose, it just wasn't special enough. The Tivoli system is a true "experience". Designed with the help of Henry Klaus is impressive enough to start with. It simply can't be put in words the sound from this system.
I'd suggest if you're looking for a high-end stereo, you consider this. The Bose isn't even a close 2nd (not in the same class at all.)
Hope this helps you.
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