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Panasonic SC-PM28 Executive Microsystem with 5-CD Changer

List price:	~~$199.99~~
Our price:	$174.84 that is 13% off!
Manufacturer:	Panasonic

Average user rating: Average user rating: 4

Just what I needed

I wanted something small. This stereo is a great size. I am very happy with this stereo. I'm move about once a year and I was sick of lugging my old stereo around. It works well with my phono and other auxilary inputs. Great sound quality at low levels (a very rare quality).

The unit is programmed fairly well. The display has a dim setting so It's not intrusive. And there is no annoying animation trying to make it look fancy. I caution anyone who is technologically challeged that there is a bit of learning involved in using the features like the alarm. Everytime I set the alarm I have to refer to the maual.

Drawbacks
-AM radio barely works. I get only two stations.
-The buttons on the main unit are a little confusing. ff/rw, track<< >>, album<< >>. It takes getting used to
-With MP3s you cannot scan tracks. If you have a long song and just want to hear the end, you have to wait. This is common for MP3/CD players however so it's to be expected.
-As far as I know, you are stuck with the 2 speakers and cable lengths they give you because it's a special bi-amp cable setup. The 2 speakers and lengths are great for me but maybe not for others.
-Another common problem with steros these days is lack of Balance Left and Right controls. The EQ presets, however, are fairly good and I don't really miss controlling the levels myself.

As a whole I am impressed with this unit. I am very critical of the user friendliness of technology and this gets high marks despite how complicated it is. It's attractive and all my friends are impressed with it. If you want a good solid stero with a lot of features, go for it.

SUPERB MICROSYSTEM

This microsystem can't be beat for the price. Overall, it was easy to set up and use. The biggest draw was that it plays MP3 CDs (almost all other mircosystems I was considering did not). The clarity of the system isn't too shabby. 140 watts with bi-amped speakers help produce fine sound. Since it doesn't have a seperate subwoofer the low-end frequencies can be a little lacking (but hey, this is a nice little Panasonic system and not some $500 Nakamichi). I faced the rear ports of the speakers towards the walls to help amplify the bass (now I have to turn down the bass level).

This has been the best system I've come across (features and performance) for around $200. Check out the product specs for a full list of features.

Not bad for the money

I bought the Panasonic SC PM 18 from a local "big box store" for about 30 USD less than I could find it on the net. This was the only bookshelf unit available with a five disc changer that didn't look like it was made from Darth Vader's old helmets or belong in the back room at a biker bar and sounded decent.

You need the remote for most of the advanced functions, so I attached it to the top of the changer with some velcro so I could find it when I needed it.

I needed a decent sounding setup that looked decent equipped with a five disc changer for my vacation place "up north"; I got what I wanted and expected for the price.