Sharp XLDAB257NH Micro Hi Fi System Hi Fi System Reviews: DAB with CD Player, iPod and MP3 Player Docking

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Design	8.0
Performance	8.3
Sound quality	8.7
Value for money (at time of purchase)	8.3
Overall rating	8.7

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Anonymous verified purchaser

Score 10.0/10

+ Excellent sound and easy connectivity and use of the built in iPod dock

- The DAB arial point is not a standard DAB arial connection and I bought this unit thinking from the description it would have this connection

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purchased 26 Jun 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Classical music lover”

Score 8.0/10

+ versatile system

- buttons on remote are not always intuitive

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purchased 16 Jan 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Pop, rock or dance fan”

Score 8.0/10

+ I bought this when my husband took my top of the range separates hi-fi when he left, i needed something with superior sound even when listening to the radio.This is a smart looking product with such a good quality of sound even on really loud (not that you need it) that i can safely say it's the best i've heard to date from such a compact system. I would definately recommend this to a friend, in fact i already have!

- My only bugbear is if you leave it on at the plug on standby it flashes and scrolls across it's LED screen constantly, really irritating and a complete waste of energy.

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purchased 26 Feb 2009

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Product Features

System Type	Micro
While there are no strict size guides, the system types in order of smallest to largest are micro, mini, midi.
Radio	DAB
As well as analog FM and AM radio, Digital radio, or DAB, is available on many hi fis. In areas with reception, DAB is much clearer than FM or AM.
iPod and MP3 Player Docking	Yes
This model features a port to enable you to play back music from an iPod or other MP3 player.
Disc Player	CD Player
Most Hi Fi systems play CDs and some also play DVDs.
Type of Speakers	Freestanding
Freestanding speakers are separate from the hifi body and can be moved away from the main unit. Built-in speakers are part of the main unit, so the hifi is more compact, but you don’t get any choice about where to place the speakers.
Number of Speakers	2

Wireless Speakers	Wired
Some models come with wireless-enabled speakers, meaning you don’t need wires trailing across the room to get stereo sound.
MP3 Playback	Yes
This device can play files in the MP3 format (.mp3) from a CD.
RMS Wattage	160
The standard measure of the maximum sound the speaker or speakers can produce. For more details see: What is RMS Wattage?
HDMI Interface	0
Like a scart interface but capable of carrying HD signals from or to other devices. You’ll need these to link your Playstation 3 or your Blu-ray player to your HD-ready TV.
CD-RW Playback	Yes
A ‘yes’ means this model can play CDs that are rewriteable, meaning you can edit the songs on the CD after you’ve burnt it.
Alarm Clock	Yes
Waking up to music or the radio can be much nicer than waking up to alarm bells. Some models come with alarm clock functions.
Line In	Yes
A line in port is for connecting up MP3 players or other external sources via a 3.5mm analogue cable.
Line Out	Yes
A line out port is for sending the output from the device to external speakers or a recording device or a PC via a 3.5mm analogue cable.
Mic In	No
A Mic In is a port for a 3.5mm cable designed to recieve signals from an unamplified microphone. Perfect for karaoke!
Cassette Playback	No
If you’re looking for a system to play your old tape collection on, you’ll want a model with cassette playback.
Vinyl Playback	No
Number of Discs	1
The number of discs that the player will hold inside its body ready to play.
Weight (kg)	4.5

Dimensions excl. speakers (mm)	180x260x198.5
Colour	Black
The main colour of the product.
Wall Mountable	No
If you’re looking to save space you might find the ability to wall mount your equipment handy.
Live Pause	No
Many digital radios are now coming with the ability to ‘pause’ live radio, by saving the radio programme temporarily to the radio’s memory. This means if the phone rings you can quickly hit pause and answer the phone, knowing that you won’t have to miss a second of your favourite show.
Headphone Socket	Yes
Remote Control	Yes
CD Function	CD Player
MP3 Connectivity	Yes
This model features a USB port to enable playback of music directly from a compatible MP3 player.

Also known as: Sharp iPod

HiFi Buyers' Guide

Manufacturer's Description

* RMS 160W Micro Component System with iPod Docking and DAB * Flip-up iPod docking tray * DAB Radio * Play & Charges your iPod (included new generation) * Total Combined Output 160W RMS (80W/channel) * Single tray CD * Multi-colour fluorescent display and Volume Light-up * MP3/ WMA / CD -R/RW Playable * Audio input / Music port – front input * Volume Light-up.