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A review of the top 5 Hi-fi and music centres

When it comes to playing music, most people look for that crisp crystal-clear, powerful and natural sound to satisfy their listening pleasure. So whichever Hi-Fi system you opt to buy, quality is the first major consideration.

Philips Streamium WACS700 Hi-Fi System

The Philips Streamium WACS700 is a Hi-Fi system that utilizes wireless technology that allows music to be played in every room in your house. I t has a 40GB HDD where you can store you complete music library and a remote control that is so simple to use so you do not have to leave the comfort of your couch whenever you want to change some settings on this Hi-Fi system.

Built-in wireless protocol (802.11g)
Built-in Ethernet (802.3)
6-line LCD display
Built-in 40GB hard disk drive
Stereo, Surround and Dynamic Bass Boost sound output mode
Gracenote CDDB database
Up to 40 preset stations

Sony CMTNE7DAB DAB/FM Micro System

The CMTNE7DAB DAB/FM Micro System is another outstanding Hi-Fi system from Sony which features a DAB digital radio tuner, cassette player and CD player. Superb sound quality is guaranteed through 30 Watts of crystal clear sound output. This Hi-Fi system looks impressive and feels durable. The compact CMTNE7DAB only needs a small space to fit in any place – ideal for listening to music or digital radio in the smaller rooms in your house.

LCD display

Two 15 Watts RMS

AM/FM DAB digital radio tuner

One cassette player with auto reverse

CD/MP3 playback

Easy-to-use remote control

Up to 50 preset stations

Onkyo CS-715 DAB Hi-Fi System

The Onkyo CS-715 DAB is a very impressive Hi-Fi system that offers power-packed features. This stylishly designed Hi-Fi system has an aluminium-titanium colored front panel and the sound quality that it generates is extraordinary. It is also compatible with RI Dock for the iPod which means your iPod tunes can be played directly from the CS-715. This is a well-rounded Hi-Fi system that is worth every penny from its asking price.

2-way Bass Reflex Speakers (50 watts per channel)
12cm A-OMF Monocoque Diaphragm Woofer and 3cm Ring-Drive tweeter
Aero Acoustic Drive for great and natural sound
Exclusive Vector Linear digital technology
CD/MP3 playback
Accuclock
RI remote control
Up to 40 FB/DAB preset stations

Yamaha M170 Hi-Fi System

The Yamaha M170 is an affordable Hi-Fi system but offers more than you would expect from its relatively cheap price. This stylish Hi-Fi system comes in lightweight at 4.4 kg and features an AM/FM DAB radio, CD player and many more. But aside from its many capabilities, it is the pure sound quality of the M170 that makes it highly recommended for every home.

Brushed/black steel finish
Two 25 Watts RMS
CD, CD-RW playback
DAB AM/FM radio tuner
Remote control unit
3-audio In, 3-audio Out, 1-headphone socket
10 DAB, 30 AM/FM preset stations

Panasonic SCPM32DAB DAB FM Hi-Fi System

The Panasonic SCPM32DAB is a Hi-Fi system that is competitively priced but features a superb sound quality output you would expect from more expensive Hi-Fi systems. This product from Panasonic features basic Hi-Fi functionality but they are all geared toward quality output. The design is chic and it would fit in any type of home. If you are tight on the budget, the SCPM32DAB is the right Hi-Fi system for you.