Features:
- Digital audio CD player
- 20-track programming
- Synchronized start with cassette
- Large LCD screen
- AM/FM stereo tuner
Description:
The Philips AZ1007 is a portable CD radio cassette recorder that is simple to operate and performs quite well for a boombox in its price range. It boasts dynamic bass boost as well as CD synchro start recording, which enables you to record from CD to tape with the touch of a button. Judged by the sturdy construction of everything from the oversized volume knob to the speaker grills, this unit was designed to be used. While the Philips AZ1007 is not the fanciest boombox on the market, all its major functions are easy to figure out and performed adequately in our tests. The mechanical (not digital) tuner was tight and easy to adjust, and we didn't even need to put the antenna up to get clear FM reception on the AM/FM radio. The CD player loaded quickly, even in shuffle mode, and the mechanical tape deck functions worked well. The sound that the Philips AZ1007 produced satisfied us for a unit of this size and price range, but it was not outstanding. Our main issue with this model's output was that the speakers slightly distorted sound at high volume. Also, the dynamic bass boost seemed like a volume boost more than anything else, and did not enhance the low frequencies enough. With the volume cranked all of the way up, the extra bass primarily increased distortion. If you're looking for a well-featured, relatively small, portable stereo, this boombox will suit you nicely. If, on the other hand, you seek a very loud or bass-heavy portable stereo, we encourage you to look to other more substantial models. --David Lavin Pros: - Sturdy, easy-to-use design
- Includes convenient features such as CD synchro start recording
Cons: - Speakers distort sound at high volume
- Digital bass boost did not significantly improve low-frequency output
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