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Sangean WR-2 Digital AM/FM Tabletop Radio, White |  | Brand: Sangean
List Price: $169.00
Buy New: $120.74
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Rating:  21 reviews
Format: CD
Color: White Piano Finish
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: N/A
Shipping Weight (lbs): 10.9
Dimensions (in): 10 x 6 x 5
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
Warranty: 2 years warranty
MPN: WR-2 White
Model: WR-2 White
UPC: 729288029229
EAN: 0729288029229
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| Features:
| • | Compact tabletop AM/FM radio with white wooden enclosure and front-firing 3-inch speaker | | • | 7-watt amplifier and acoustic bass compensation system deliver warm, room-filling audio | | • | Advanced RF/IF electronic circuitry clearly reproduces distant AM/FM stations | | • | Full-range adjustable treble and bass controls; Radio Data System (RDS) support | | • | Auxiliary input jack for connecting iPod or MP3 player; measures 9.5 by 4.5 by 6 inches (W x H x D) |
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Product Description
PLL SYNTHESIZED TUNING SYSTEM; LARGE, EASY-TO-READ LCD DISPLAY; CLOCK & ALARM; ROTARY TUNING; VARIABLE BASS & TREBLE CONTROLS; 3 inch 7W FULL-RANGE SPEAKER WITH ENLARGED MAGNET; BASS COMPENSATION; EXTERNAL AM ANTENNA TERMINAL; DETACHABLE POWER CORD; AUXILIARY INPUT, RECORD OUTPUT, STEREO HEADPHONE & 9 15V DC POWER ADAPTER JACKS; EXTERNAL F-TYPE FM ANTENNA TERMINAL; INCLUDES MULTI-FUNCTION INFRARED REMOTE; WHITE WOODEN CABINET SUBCATEGORY2: STEREO SYSTEMS.
Amazon.com Product Description
Boasting an acoustically balanced wooden enclosure and an enhanced front-firing 3-inch speaker, the Sangean WR-2 tabletop radio offers the sound and features of a living room system in a cabinet that fits conveniently in a bedroom, kitchen, or garage. Any discussion of the WR-2 begins with its white wooden housing, which is rich in both appearance and tone. The cabinet's front surface features the speaker on the left side, a series of intuitively placed control buttons toward the bottom, and a generously sized LCD display in the middle with three brightness levels. More importantly, the cabinet teams with the 7-watt amplifier and the acoustic bass compensation system to add warmth and depth to the audio. Complementing the housing is Sangean's advanced RF/IF electronic circuitry, which picks up distant AM and FM stations and reproduces them with unmatched clarity, making music and even talk programs come alive. Even though the WR-2 is advertised as an AM/FM radio, it offers much more than a standard digital tuner, including a Radio Data System (RDS) that displays short text messages on applicable FM stations, along with support for the Enhanced Other Network (EON) and its traffic information (available in certain regions). And unlike most tabletop radios, the WR-2 lets listeners adjust the treble and bass levels via the variable volume control. In its default mode, the rotary volume knob displays the volume level from 1 to 60. Tap it once, however, and it turns into a full-range treble control, and two taps creates a full-range bass control. Additional features include a clock with an alarm (radio or buzzer), an auxiliary input jack for connecting such devices as an iPod or MP3 player (both of which sound great through the speaker), a recording output jack, 10 memory presets that help you quickly find your favorite stations, and a full-featured infrared remote control. A final bonus stems from the power backup function, which plays the radio for six minutes during a power failure (ideal for emergencies) and retains the memory preset and clock values for about an hour. The WR-2 measures roughly 9.5 by 4.5 by 6 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 5.5 pounds. What's in the Box
WR-2 tabletop radio, detachable power cord, infrared remote control, user's manual.
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| Customer Reviews:
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 It's all business (that's a good thing). March 28, 2008
Timothy Karlberg (Minneapolis, MN)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
I've owned the Boston Acoustics Receptor radio for about a year, and knew that any other competing table radio would have some big shoes to fill. This Sangean WR-2, now for an even lower cost than the Receptor, is a more-than-adequate contender. In fact, given the choice to keep just one of these two, I'd go with the WR-2. The sound is amazing, even at flat EQ levels (i.e. the default tone settings). But with a pretty impressive range of bass and treble adjustments, this unit provides very crisp sound with a substantive amount of bass to back it up.
The RDS feature is charming, the clock and alarm options are on-par with with the Receptor, and the AM/FM reception is, in my very unscientific testing, the same as BA's radio. This WR-2 is a little bigger, but the finish and appearance more than compensate for that. The I/O's on the rear of the unit offer a record-out jack, which the Receptor doesn't. I'm not sure I'll ever find the application and determination to use it, but it's a pleasure to know it's there.
This unit, like just about everything else made today, has a standard 1/8 inch input jack that will play any audio device you can hook up to it, though marketed almost exclusively to MP3 players and iPods. And, like just about everything else made today with this kind of input, the volume you get from your battery-operated audio device is silly; so soft you're required to turn both units up to at least 75% for audability. But that's to be expected. A far better use for this input, however, is a more robust device, say your DVD player via a simple RCA stereo-to-mono 1/8 inch plug. The sound is full and abundant, and through this radio in aux mode, sounds terrific even if it's not in stereo.
Perhaps my favorite feature on the WR-2, and what gives this an easy lead over the Receptor, is the full-function remote. You can set this unit up across the room from your bed and still use the remote to turn off the alarm in the morning.
I bought the white finish model, and while is looks great, I've found myself wondering if the wood-finished one would've looked better. That's entirely subjective, though, and at the end of the day, I'd love this radio regardless of what it looked like.
The cost is absolutely a value for this radio, and I'm now trying to convince myself that there's somewhere else in the house that could use a great radio so I can buy another one.
Great sound, beautiful design, a few flaws January 21, 2007
B. Hobbs (Salt Lake City, Utah United States)
11 out of 12 found this review helpful
My old alarm clock radio recently bit the dust, so I started a search for an upgrade. I initially looked at the Bose, but stumbled upon Sangean radios. I usually listen to NPR and jazz in the evening, and the Sangean seemed to fit the bill. Plus, I really like the design. And the price. Amazon got it to me in 3 days with free shipping, and I haven't been disappointed with the radio's performance. It has great sound, and the remote control is great for the other side of the bed (when you don't want to reach over your partner to turn it off).
A couple of things to consider, however. The backlight on the readout is adjustable, but the lowest setting is a bit bright for a dark room. Fortunately, the brightness control is right on the front. I just turn off the backlight before drifting off to sleep. The backlight also has separate setting for when the radio is "off" and "on." Another thing. The radio does not display the time when it is on. This is so broadcast digital data can display while playing (e.g., for stations with data broadcasting, the display scrolls the name of the station, title of the song, etc.). It would be nice to see the time when you wake up (and after you hit snooze a few times), but it's not a big deal. Just touch the "display" button on the front, and the radio switches to display the time. We also have an analog clock on the opposite bedside table. And yes, there is a snooze function (5 min.), although the product info doesn't mention it. You activate it by touching any of the buttons on the front. Sangean has also thoughtfully designed the alarm volume to gradually increase as it comes on, so you aren't jolted awake.
All said, I would recommend this radio. It looks great and performs well. For the price, I'd say it's a great buy.
Solution to a problem! September 13, 2007
Carol A. Essary (Ft. Myers, FL USA)
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
We live in a rather dead area for FM reception and unfortunately, this included our favorite easy-listening FM station. I wish I had a refund for every FM radio we have purchased only to find the reception very bad and full of static. The Sangean WR-2 solved our problem - reception is great, tone is superb. Well worth every penny.
I Like White . . . July 27, 2006
stephen pyde (Tucson, AZ United States)
10 out of 13 found this review helpful
But was hesitant ordering a white WR-2 when the classic wood grain version had been around longer with so many satisfied owners. Reading one reviewer's post that the cabinet is not solid wood (instead wood veneer over particleboard) boosted my confidence but I still feared the possibility of ending up with a WR-2 with a white but cheesy finish. Buying things over the internet without touching and handling in person can be risky. Having recently unboxed my new WHITE WR-2, I am writing to say I am overwhelmingly pleased with my decision; you couldn't pay me to take the wood grain cabinet now. You would never know the cabinet is wood other than the solid weight and feel of the radio; the finish appears to be a high grade white plastic (presumably with wood underneath). Absolutely Beautiful!
Originally I was shopping for the CC radio (made popular by advertising on Art Bell's program) but after reading reviews that identified problems with the display and memory buttons decided to review all radios I was able to find online (there are hundreds) and pick the best to meet my needs. I chose the WR-2 because it is fairly unique not having any buttons or knobs on the top or sides and advertised as having decent AM reception (I mostly use my radio bedside and listen for about an hour as I fall asleep at night and only rarely as an alarm clock. I will post again after I have a chance to become more critical of it's features and possible shortcomings. For now I'm still dazzled with the appearance and simple layout of controls/features that according to my extensive internet search are relatively unique to this particular handsome radio.
Sangean WR-2 Rating June 26, 2007
Willard C. Van Horne (Swansea, Mass.)
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
Recently I had to "give up" on a 35 year old KLH radio that was magnificent. After looking at several products, I purchased the WR-2 Sangean. Very compact, very clean lines, outstanding sound for a radio of this size - and it can be accessed either "manually" or by remote. It's pick-up of remote FM stations is as good as I've found in our location. A very, very nice radio especially or the modest price.
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