Typical price: £180
What is it: Budget DAB radio with CD player and iPod dock
What we think: Clearly a budget product, but it's also good value with decent features and a generally good sound
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 23 October 2008
Tags: LG Electronics, LG FA163DAB, WMA files, plastic, speakers
We like:
Above average sound quality for price; affordable; good iPod functionality; great accessories
We don't like:
Build; dot matrix screen isn't great; not good for all types of music
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CNET UK judgement:
Overall this system is okay to use, with good radio offerings, seamless integration with iPods and, for the most part, good sound quality. For pop, jazz, vocals and electronic music, it's a sound offering for £200, despite its questionable construction and average screen
Full review:
LG's latest CD micro system is the FA163DAB -- catchy, huh? -- and with it comes DAB radio and iPod docking functionality. There aren't a million iPod-compatible DAB systems in the world, and even fewer that conform to this form factor. Plus, the FA163DAB costs less than £200. Continue Reading...
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