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(More customer reviews)I bought and returned the Sony ICF-C1IPMK2 a few weeks ago. You can find my review of it and my reasons for sending it back. In brief, audible distortion killed it for me. I subsequently ordered the ICFCD3iP with the expectation that sound output would be weaker.
I received the CD3iP today and I'm happy to say that it accomplishes its mission very well. It's not meant to be a Bose SoundDock, but it produces very well behaved sound. Let me see if I can explain it further...
First, there is absolutely no audible distortion. The sound is clean and well balanced; it has weight and is not as tinny as some would suggest. For a clock radio, the speaker does a remarkably good job. The volume goes up to level 20, which is loud enough for a single room but not loud enough to damage your ears. Realize that it's a small speaker and keep your expectations reasonable. Even at maximum volume there is no distortion and the sound is tightly controlled.
The FM tuner does a superb job of producing a clean and clear output with no listener fatigue. Small amounts of hiss or noise can quickly lead to fatigue, so it's particularly gratifying to have an FM radio to which I can listen at length. NPR (local 88.5) comes through very nicely.
The alarm and clock are thoughtfully designed. Large numbers are easy to read, the display has 3 brightness levels, and the dual alarms can be set for weekday, weekend, and wake-to-radio, wake-to-iPod, wake-to-CD, or wake-to-buzzer.
Alarm and radio presets are backed up by an onboard battery, so no flashing 12:00 after a power outage.
iPod/iPhone integration is the same as on the ICF-C1IPMK2. The remote lets you navigate your iPod.
Overall I'm quite happy with the design and performance of the CD3iP. It replaces a 12 year old alarm clock without taking any more space while adding CD, Radio, and iPod playback.
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Amazon.com Product DescriptionThe Sony ICF-CD3iPSIL CD Clock Radio for iPod and iPhone combines the convenience of an iPod and iPhone docking station with a full-featured digital AM and FM CD clock radio. Fall asleep or wake up to the music stored on your compatible iPhone and iPod MP3 player with this sleek and compact CD clock radio.
Its hidden sliding dock tray allows the Sony ICF-CD3iPSIL to work with most iPod and iPhone models. Compatible models include: iPhone, iPod 4G, 5G; iPod mini 1G, 2G; iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G; iPod touch, iPod classic. Additionally, the Sony ICF-CD3iPSIL plays and charges your compatible iPod at the same time so you don't have to worry about running down your battery if you listen to your iPod as your fall asleep.
A dual alarm lets you set two separate wake-up times with the option of waking up to your iPod, iPhone, CD, AM/FM radio, or buzzer. The Automatic Time Set and Automatic Daylight Savings Time features help ensure easy and convenient set up. The ICF-CD3iPSIL also includes a full-function remote control that lets you access all the music on your iPod or iPhone from across the room.
Wake Up to Your Favorite iPod or iPhone Playlist Wake up or fall asleep to your favorite tunes with the ICF-CD3iPSIL. Thanks to a hidden sliding dock tray, the ICF-CD3iPSIL can dock with most iPods and iPhone models. Its dual alarm lets you set two separate wake-up times with the option of waking up to your iPod, iPhone, CD, AM/FM radio, or buzzer. The Automatic Time Set and Automatic Daylight Savings Time features help ensure easy and convenient set up. The ICF-CD3iPSIL also includes a full-function remote control that lets you access all the music on your iPod or iPhone from across the room.
Key Feature of the Sony ICF-CD3iPSIL
CD Clock radio for iPod and iPhone
Hidden Sliding Dock Tray for iPod and iPhone
Wake to iPod, iPhone, CD, Radio or Buzzer
Dual Alarm with 2 day/5 day/7 day settings
Preset Alarm volume for iPod, iPhone, CD,Radio
Charges iPod and iPhone
Large Easy to See LCD Display
Remote with full menu Control for music functions
ATS, ADST and NPNP functions
Audio Line-In jack w/ cable
Digital AM/FM Tuner w/ 30 presets
Stereo Speakers
What's in the Box? Sony ICF-CD3iPSIL CD Clock Radio for iPod and iPhone, instruction manual, assurance card, and battery for back up.
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