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Boston Acoustics Receptor Radio HD |  | Brand: Boston Acoustics
Category: CE
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Rating:  66 reviews
Sales Rank: 22909
Color: Platinum
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0
Dimensions (in): 0 x 0.1 x 0.1
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: RECHDSTP
Model: RECHDSTP
UPC: 690283366087
EAN: 0690283366087
ASIN: B0009MFPZ4
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| Features:
| • | AM/FM Stereo Clock Radio | | • | Includes Matching Speaker For Stereo As Well As Headphone/Line Out | | • | iPod Input | | • | Multi-line Display Shows Song Title, Artist, Station Name And Other Broadcast Data | | • | Patented BassTrac Circuitry |
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Amazon.com Product Description
Realize the full potential of high-definition digital radio technology with the Boston Acoustics Receptor Radio HD, an AM/FM clock radio that delivers brilliant CD-quality sound. The next-generation tabletop device not only radically upgrades the performance of traditional analog AM/FM signals, but also receives digital broadcasts and their associated wireless data services over existing AM/FM radio bands. The result is spectacularly brilliant clarity, fidelity, and room-filling sound never before heard on any radio of any size. Digital HD radio broadcasting represents a revolution in radio listening by ushering in a boundless array of entertainment and information possibilities. Across the country, AM and FM radio stations are upgrading to digital HD Radio broadcasting, which enhances both the sound and the programming options. Some stations are broadcasting data over traditional AM/FM bands, including song titles, artist info, weather and traffic updates, and more, while others are broadcasting digital "multicast" channels with alternative programming. The Receptor Radio HD sorts it all out to bring you your favorite current programming, the expanded listening choices, and the song and weather data--all without requiring a subscription. The Recepter Radio HD's impressive audio performance stems from Boston Acoustics' years of experience in designing and manufacturing high-performance audio equipment. The key to the radio's topnotch sound is its Boston-designed wide-range driver, which is optimized specifically for the radio, and its digitally equalized amplifier outfitted with proprietary BassTrac circuitry for full, satisfying, distortion-free bass regardless of the volume level. The audio performance is coupled with the radio's AM/FM tuner and its 20 easy-to-access station presets. The digital technology even enhances the AM and FM bands' audio fidelity--AM sounds more like FM does today, while FM signals boast a CD-like quality. Best of all, the static, hiss, pops, and fades commonly found on today's radios are virtually eliminated, ensuring crystal-clear reception. Adding to the radio's value are a host of other features that add to your convenience and enjoyment. The iPod/MP3 player port, for instance, invites you to share your favorite tunes over the Receptor Radio HD's high-quality stereo speakers. Meanwhile, the headphone jack lets you listen to digital HD radio privately so you don't disturb others. You can also adjust the tuning, volume, and station presets either manually or with the credit-card-sized remote control. Additional features include a sleep timer that lets you fall asleep to music; two independent alarms for waking to music, a beeper, or both; and a power backup that stores presets and alarm settings should a power failure occur. The Receptor Radio HD measures 7.62 by 4.38 by 6.75 inches (W x H x D), while the included second speaker checks in at 4.38 by 4.38 by 6 inches. The entire system is also backed by a one-year warranty on parts and labor. What's in the Box
Radio, second speaker, AC power cord, FM antenna, remote control, remote battery, user's manual.
Product Description
Hearing the Recepter Radio HD for the first time, you will be stunned. First, by the incredibly powerful, room-filling sound from a tabletop radio this small. Then, by the spectacularly brilliant clarity and fidelity never before heard from any radio of any size. Welcome to digital HD Radio broadcast technology and a new world of absolutely pristine AM and FM sound. And, to a boundless future of exciting, new entertainment and informational possibilities.Not since the dawn of hi-fidelity FM stereo have any innovations contributed so much to the quality and enjoyment of radio as digital HD Radio broadcasting and Boston's Recepter Radio HD. Now, FM sounds as sensational as CDs. AM sounds as rich as today's FM. Signal fade, static, hiss and pops are virtually nonexistent. And, driven by the pure, natural, true-to-the-original performance of its speakers, the Boston Acoustics Recepter Radio HD is an astonishing, front-row-live listening experience. For owners of the Recepter Radio HD, this new digital technology ushers in a boundless array of new entertainment and informational possibilities. Stations can broadcast special programming information such as station call letters, song title, artist, and additional text over their same familiar position on the dial
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 Cutting edge design and premium sound. December 8, 2006
R. Broady
31 out of 32 found this review helpful
I bought this after hearing the regular Boston Receptor clock radio in a store and looking into it on line. The HD version appealed to me because the one station I always wake up to (NPR) is now broadcast in HD in my city. I liked the idea of stereo instead of mono, simple alarm set/snooze function, a remote, and most especially wanted good sound quality (hoping to get even better with the HD, right?). I orderred it from Antonline, an approved amazon vendor, and it came in a few days and I dived into the box.
First impressions: excellent packaging, instructions, and construction. Powerred up: sound is amazingly good for a "clock radio" which is what I am using this for. I am sure you could get comperable sound out of a mini component system, or better out of a real Hi-Fi, but they can't wake you up, and for a clock radio this is truly unreal. I was annoyed that there is no seek function to the digital tuner, but it only took 5 minutes to program my stations into the 20 memory slots. After that you never need to seek anyway. I put my Wake Up station as #1 and #20, so it is a quick spin of the dial in either direction, no sweat. First off, the tiny wire attached as the FM antena out of the box is a joke. That didn't get as good reception as my existing clock radio. I quickly put the T-type antena which was included into use and got excellent reception instantly. My NPR station sounds normal with the slight hiss and pop of FM for about 6 or 7 seconds until the HD indicator comes on and all noise goes away with just crystal clear voices or music to hear.
I did think the bass was too prominent at first. So I read the instructions and adjusted the "bass boost" by pressing the dimmer switch for 4 seconds and the turned the nob to -2. It can go all the way to -6, so I am sure anyone can be made happy.
The diplay does have a range of 3 brightness settings, but I agree that the lowest was still a bit bright if you had your face right next to the radio as you were going to sleep. Solution: turn radio on, then press and hold the clock button for 4 seconds, the display will then show an additional setting mode, turn the tuning knob to Hardware and press, then turn to Brightness Steps and press, then turn to Low and then turn the volume knob to whatever you like as your low setting. I use 8, but the factory set it at 14 and it can go up to over 100. I just found this feature which was not in the instructions by accident, but it is nice. There are about 6 other adjustment that can be modified including a full graphic equalizer for both right and left channels or simple bass and treble if you prefer. Some of the adjustments are really advanced such as cutoff frequencies, digital delay, HD data diplay type, etc. but even if you somehow screwed something up there is a button to hit to Restore Defaults. Very flexible.
Design wise, the unit reminds me of an I-pod in that it is very simple in its controls and display, and truly intuitive to use. It has only two knobs in front and a few buttons on top. Times for alarms are set by twisting a knob, twist fast and it moves very fast, but twist slow and it can easily move one minute at a time (like an I-pod wheel), try that with buttons. I did try playing my Ipod through it and it sounds just as good as when on my Altec Lansing subwoofer assisted surround sound system for my computer. Very nice.
Bonus feature: I always hated getting into bed after the wife was asleep and having to turn the radio on for a split second to check and be sure the station was set and the volume was loud. If you don't check with a typical clock radio then if either the volume or tuning dial got bumbed, you are toast. Now I just press Alarm 1 buttton (or 2) and the digital display shows the radio call letters, the time, and the volume ( 1 to 100 ) which is set. Wow, silent reliable confirmation.
The HD station pickup is excellent for me, and the sound is a big improvement over the regular signal. I typically have it on the HD station 80% of the time and then listen to two or three other local stations which come in fine. Distant station reception is OK but not great. I think you would have to get an outside antenna if you wanted to grab really weak signals. I wouldn't get this unit for trying to listen to distant stations because a scratchy signal will sound just as bad in Hi-Fi as on a piece of junk.
Rating 5 of 5 stars: Excellent build quality, design, function, and above all else sound.
Great Radio! July 15, 2007
L. Parker (Vancouver, CANADA)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
The sound on this radio is amazing especially at lower volumes. My local public radio station broadcasts in HD and the classical music sounds amazing. You can hear every note in detail. You would think that you were in the studio with the orchestra.
However, this unit would not make a good bedside radio or tabletop radio. This may be why it has received so many bad reviews.
SOUND-The radio emphasizes certain bass and treble notes so that it sounds dynamic at medium and high volumes. Therefore, it will sound distorted at low volumes. This is the trade-off of having the dynamic sound.
BRIGHTNESS-The display is too bright for a dark room even on the lowest setting IMO.
RECEPTION-The radio includes a T-style dipole antenna. The best reception is achieved by extending this antenna which is unsightly and not practical for a bedside radio.
It is also worth noting that some HD radio stations broadcast in low power. This is not the receiver's fault but you may have a hard time receiving them unless you are near the transmitter. Also, some stations have a 10 second delay when the analog signal switches to HD. This is an inherent property of digital signals. This can be very annoying if you are listening to a station where the HD signals fades in and drops out frequently. However, some stations fix this by delaying their analog broadcast by 10 seconds to "match" the digital broadcast and make it seamless. Again, this is not the fault of the radio but it is worth nothing that some stations have this problem. Apparently there is a hidden menu that will allow you to force analog and resolve this issue but I have never had to use it.
I initially purchased this radio as a bedside radio which didn't work out because of the above mentioned problems. Instead, this radio plays the role as part of my home theater center replacing my Sony tuner and surround speakers. I use the input jack on the radio to pipe in the sound of my HDTV. Again, the sound is very dynamic and realistic. When friends come over, they are amazed by such deep and detailed sound from such a small radio.
The bottom line is that this is a great radio but decide what you will use it for first.
Excellent Sound Quality - Poor HD Reception March 27, 2007
L. Parker (Vancouver, CANADA)
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I use this product as part of my home theater system for audio output of my HDTV. The sound quality in this device is amazing. It works great as a home theater system!
The sound really shines when using it for HD radio. I listen to my favorite classical/NPR station and the music sounds so powerful as if it is being performed live. Even my half-deaf grandmother can hear higher and lower tones and notes that she would otherwise not hear on regular radio. Although, analog sound quality is only average and sounds mudded at times.
However, the bad side to this unit is reception. Since I am using the unit next to my TV, I can tap into the "rabbit ear" style antenna that I use for local HDTV reception. If you do not have this luxury, plan to install a dipole antenna near the radio. You must have the antenna aimed exactly perfect for reception of your favorite station. The wire antenna included with the unit is a joke. I live in an urban area (Atlanta, GA) and I still do not receive all of the HD stations with my powerful antenna. As a side note, I have read that stations will start transmitting more power with the recent FCC ruling but that remains to be seen.
Overall, I am very satisfied with my purchase. Mine works great as a home theater system and a HD receiver. If you do not live in an urban area with HD signals and you do not plan to use it as a home theater component, I suggest that you not buy this. It could be just an expensive clock radio if you can not take advantage of the sound.
My perfect kitchen radio April 17, 2006
James Vornov (Baltimore, MD USA)
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
I've owned a Boston Acoustics Receptor radio for some time, using it as a bedroom clock radio. It's small and has great FM reception.
I needed to replace my old KLH kitchen radio. I would have bought another receptor, however, there were two drawbacks, it's mono and there's no external input for an iPod. When the price dropped on the Receptor HD, I bought it.
The sound is excellent. Like most full response products you have to tweak it by placement or by partially occluding the bass ports. Eventually, we found that positioning the speakers about 6 inches from the wall at the front of a wall shelf was perfect.
I was very disappointed with the FM reception out of the box compared to the original Receptor. Within a week, BA had UPS'ed me an antenna upgrade that is supposed to be shipping with new units. Now the unit is a champ, pulling in the Washington NPR station here in Baltimore.
My old KLH kitchen radio has been replaced with a better sounding, iPod capable radio with much better FM reception.
The Best Sounding HD Radio available! January 9, 2009
IBOC Lover
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have had this radio for a while, and have since purchased other HD Radios. Through my experience, this one has the best sound out of any of them. It has great reception -- it picks up all the HD stations I am supposed to get! I have had no problems with it, and I've had it for over 2 years. It even keeps all of your presets and the time if it's unplugged for long periods of time, or if the power goes out. Few other radios -- HD or not -- do this. It's definitely a good buy.
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