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Wanted: Home Stereo for CD with radio, but NOT via Bluetooth!! Is there no other way these days?
June 3, 2019 | Lee Martell

Posted on 06/03/2019 8:17:21 PM PDT by lee martell

As the headline states, I'm looking to buy a very basic home stereo system with speakers, fm/am radio, and CD ability. I'm not tech savy, nor all that interested in delving into it, but I may not have a choice anymore. Most stereo systems sold today are intermeshed with Bluetooth. I have budgeted up to $250. for it, but hope I needn't go that high.

The model I own right now is that way, but I am able to use the CD player and the radio without going through a lot of intricate hooking up. I only plan to change because this current model is rather small, and does not provide a fuller sound of music. I'll listen to various CDs from Issac Hayes to my collection of Harp Concertos. I can tell somethings missing.

So is this just the way things are now? If you want a home stereo, you will have to deal with the fiddling it takes to connect with Bluetooth. I tried searching for 'Analog stereo systems' or 'Without Bluetooth', but it keeps coming up, unwanted, unbeckoned.

I received advice her on FR a few years ago, when I was seeking a radio with a physical Tuner knob for fm and am. I wasn't able to retrieve that posting to review for now, so here I am again. If all else fails, I'll just get one and mess around with it until I get some results. Same technique as usual. I was just hoping there was an easier more direct way to obtain what I prefer.


TOPICS: Chit/Chat; Computers/Internet; Music/Entertainment
KEYWORDS: audiophile; electronics; helpless; stereo; wob
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To: Rastus

Thank you!


21 posted on 06/03/2019 8:41:34 PM PDT by lee martell
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To: lee martell

Just go on ebay and search for vintage stereo receivers, then narrow down by price/etc.


22 posted on 06/03/2019 8:41:52 PM PDT by bigbob (Trust Trump. Trust the Plan.)
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To: Pox

Good point.


23 posted on 06/03/2019 8:42:22 PM PDT by lee martell
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To: lee martell

I think any stereo store would have such a system.

Go into a store and tell them what you are looking for.

I think they have fancy stuff, but also basic system, as what you are looking for.


24 posted on 06/03/2019 8:46:21 PM PDT by Innovative
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To: lee martell

30 sec.

https://smile.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-8020-channel-Stereo-Receiver/dp/B00EE18O7W/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=onkyo+TX-8020&qid=1559620035&s=gateway&sr=8-1


25 posted on 06/03/2019 8:47:56 PM PDT by logi_cal869 (-cynicus the "concern troll" a/o 10/03/2018 /!i!! &@$%&*(@ -)
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To: Ace's Dad

You are probably giving me some good advice. Confucius Say:The green Willow bends and survives.
While the dry oak remains rigid and breaks away.
It’s easy for me to advise others on their problems, but it doesn’t always work in reverse. Thanks.


26 posted on 06/03/2019 8:48:25 PM PDT by lee martell
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To: lee martell

Start shopping at your local and nearby thrift shops. Your persistance will pay off.


27 posted on 06/03/2019 8:50:00 PM PDT by Calamari (Pass enough laws and everyone is guilty of something.)
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To: UNGN

Paul Harvey used to rave about Bose brands.


28 posted on 06/03/2019 8:50:11 PM PDT by lee martell
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To: lee martell

29 posted on 06/03/2019 8:55:55 PM PDT by Eddie01
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To: dinodino
"Craigslist or yard sales. $10."

I got an incredible Yamaha "Natural Sound" receiver for three bucks at a yard sale. Incredible booming speakers at another yard sale: 5 bucks. 20 years later they are still going strong.
30 posted on 06/03/2019 8:57:44 PM PDT by \/\/ayne (I regret that I have but one subscription cancellation notice to give to my local newspaper.)
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To: lee martell

Craigslist

Where I found my Denon, Yamaha, Onkyo, Polk Audio, JBL, Sennheiser and all are flawless.


31 posted on 06/03/2019 8:57:46 PM PDT by tomkat
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To: lee martell
One other option is a pawn shop. I picked up a great little Pioneer tape player for $10, and it works.

If you try to buy a used setup, be sure to check it for functionality before you buy it. That is, plug it in, hook up speakers, try the buttons, etc.

And the comment about bluetooth is correct: you don't have to use it to run your system. Bluetooth is just a convenience you could use. In fact, if you ever decide to use some of the new bluetooth earbuds, it could be a boon for you.

32 posted on 06/03/2019 9:00:06 PM PDT by Trot (really good word processor)
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To: lee martell
Go pick one off of eBay. They are all detailed. I've bought 2 New ones in the last 5 years, for different parts of the property. Just go do it.😀
33 posted on 06/03/2019 9:00:06 PM PDT by Pagey (8 years of MISERY, Thanks to Valerie Jarrett. Wretched human.)
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To: MayflowerMadam

I’ve been looking for something like that; most of my stuff is on MP3 now, but I’d like to play CDs and radio too.


34 posted on 06/03/2019 9:10:08 PM PDT by Jamestown1630 ("A Republic, if you can keep it")
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To: bigbob

My laptop is plugged into my 70’s era stereo along with a CD drive and Garrard turntable.

Hardly use the latter two since youtube has almost anything in my LP or CD collection.

My grandfather’s 1947 Westinghouse radio phonograph has amazing monoraul sound. Must be the 17 vacuum tube chassis.


35 posted on 06/03/2019 9:18:23 PM PDT by elcid1970 (No matter how bad things get, it can only be worse in New Jersey!)
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To: lee martell

Start with Gregorian chant when you spark that puppy up.


36 posted on 06/03/2019 9:19:31 PM PDT by Fester Chugabrew
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To: Eddie01

E-Bay, here I come!!


37 posted on 06/03/2019 9:19:45 PM PDT by lee martell
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To: Fester Chugabrew

Have you ever heard The Introit-Kyrie Requiem Op 48 by Gabriel Faure’, when accompanied by the children’s choir, or my other Faure’ favorite, the Pavane Op 50.?
Both have haunting and heavenly qualities.
Try it, you’ll like it!


38 posted on 06/03/2019 9:37:37 PM PDT by lee martell
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To: lee martell
There are multiple all-in-one systems with separate speakers selling for well under $200 on Amazon - they all have AM/FM and CD. Might want to try looking up the following:

Sharp XL-HF203B Hi-Fi Component Stereo Speaker System with High Resolution Audio - $149.93

Sony Micro Hi-Fi Stereo Sound System with Bluetooth Wireless Streaming NFC, CD Player, AM/FM Radio, Mega Boost, USB Playback & Charge, AUX Input, Remote Control - $149.99


39 posted on 06/03/2019 9:46:16 PM PDT by AnotherUnixGeek
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To: lee martell

As many have stated you can get a 80’s stero amp with separate tuner for under $100 on eBay. I have purchased a few Sanyos (Japan) from 1984 or 1985. You can also find stereo receivers. Might look for a late 80”s Onyko, Pioneer or Marantz. EBay is king for this.


40 posted on 06/03/2019 9:48:40 PM PDT by greenishness
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