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Sirius SPB1 Sportster Boombox
Sirius SPB1 Sportster Boombox
List Price: $99.99
Buy New: $75.00
You Save: $24.99 (25%)
Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars(based on 24 reviews)
Sales Rank: 21634
Category: CE

Publisher: Sirius Satellite Radio
Studio: Sirius Satellite Radio
Brand: Sirius Satellite Radio
Label: Sirius Satellite Radio
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: 0
Shipping Weight (lbs): 7
Dimensions (in): 9 x 23 x 10

MPN: SPB1
Model: SPB1
UPC: 884720000157
EAN: 0884720000157
ASIN: B00065HLYM

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • Compatible with the Sportster SPR1 satellite radio receiver
  • Digital volume control, Aux/MP3 input, headphone output
  • Built-in antenna storage (antenna included)
  • 5-watt amp, 4-inch speakers, AC or battery operation
  • Measures 17.5 x 6.9 x 8 inches (W x D x H)

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
This versatile Boombox docking solution allows you to enjoy the unique SIRIUS Sportster virtually anywhere life takes you. Simply slip the SP-R1 receiver into the Sportster Boombox to access over 120 channels of music, sports, news, talk, and entertainment.

Amazon.com Product Description
Bring your Sirius Sportster satellite radio receiver to life with this essential, plug-and-play accessory. Simply plug the Sportster SPR1 receiver into the SPB1 Sportster boombox's cradle and you're ready to follow the game or rock out on the patio. The unit features a detachable antenna for maximum reception. A built-in compartment houses the antenna when the unit is not in use. While the Sportster boombox includes an AC adapter for wall power, it will also run on eight D batteries. The boombox features controls for power and volume, as well as a button that allows you to toggle between satellite radio signals and an external audio input source. The volume can also be controlled by the SPR1 receiver's remote control. External sources such as CD and MP3 players can be connected via a 3.5 mm AUX input jack. There's also a 3.5 mm jack for headphone listening. A 5-watt amp powers the 4-inch stereo speakers and an ergonomic popup handle makes transporting a breeze.

What's in the Box
SPB1 Sportster boombox, antenna, AC adapter, user's manual.



Customer Reviews:   Read 19 more reviews...

4 out of 5 stars Like it   October 12, 2008
Excellent product, use it every day as long as it's plugged in. Took it camping, quickly drained brand new batteries after 6-8 hours of use. Would recommend.


4 out of 5 stars Pretty Good   May 25, 2008
As mentioned in other reviews the power cord (two part) is silly and awkward. Sirius reception is pretty good in the Boston area but sometimes it can be tough to get a signal indoors. The long cord on the antenna can remedy this although it is a pain to have it running across the room to a window. The sound is GREAT for a little boombox. It sounds as good as Sirius ever does.


4 out of 5 stars Dad loves it   April 21, 2008
This is an outdated model boombox for a sirius radio. I bought it a year ago for my dad. The battery life is not very good, and the sound quality is meh at best, but it does exactly what it needs to do, which is provide a way to listen to his old sirius radio from his car in his garage while he works, or occasionally at work in the lumber yard. Although the product in my opinion is meh, is does what he wants it to do without fail, so no complaints.


4 out of 5 stars Siriusly recommended.   December 19, 2007
As of this writing I've only had this boombox one day but I've spent several hours listening to it. I'm shocked at the problems other people have had, although I do agree with them on some things. Firstly, the unit is a bit bass-heavy and has nothing with which to control this. That's why I docked it a star; a simple 'tone' knob that reduces the bass would have been welcome. I don't think it's TOO bass-heavy, but I am glad it's not any more bassy than that, let's say. Hip-hop fans might actually find it has too little bass... which helps me make my point about a 'tone' knob. To close the subject, I'd rather it have a bit too much bass than too little. I hate tinny-sounding speakers. My antenna reception has been a bit spotty but I'm very used to that from Sirius. It's aggravating when you leave the antenna in a place where it's working fine, then- 'Acquiring Signal'. Do the satellites move around that much? I am lucky enough to be able to put my antenna outside and I got great reception for over two hours that way. Your results may vary. Overall, the boombox beats the bejeezus out of the home docking kit, which I'll be getting rid of soon. I wish I'd just bought the boombox to begin with. Unless you have a killer home speaker system and you don't mind it being stationary, I'd go with the boombox. It's a lot more versatile and sounds great for its size. It also works with MP3 players, and guess what- you can adjust the bass on them.


5 out of 5 stars Great Boombox!   February 17, 2007
  4 out of 4 found this review helpful

I've had this for exactly one year without ANY problems. In fact, this has been nothing short of an exceptional boombox radio. When I paid only $100 for this I expected below-to-average sound quality. But, that is not the case with the Sportster Boombox. The sound is crisp with a surprising amount of bass. Everytime someone new comes into my home they are surpised to hear all that sound out of such a little boombox!

The only negative is that you cannot adjust the treble +/or bass. For me, the factory set the sound levels perfectly and is not an issue.

As an added bonus: if this unit is on and the car dock is plugged into its power source, you can receive sirius on any FM radio in the house!




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