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]]> http://carstereocritics.com/resources/feed http://carstereocritics.com/car-stereo-articles/xm-satellite-radio-vs-sirius http://carstereocritics.com/car-stereo-articles/xm-satellite-radio-vs-sirius#comments Tue, 24 Mar 2009 21:35:44 +0000 Jason http://carstereocritics.com/?page_id=196 If you’re in the market for a new auto sound system you might want to seriously take a moment and consider whether or not you would be benefited by subscribing to either Sirius or XM Satellite Radio. Both of these subscription-based services have something wonderful to offer their subscribers and both of them require specialized [...]]]>

If you’re in the market for a new auto sound system you might want to seriously take a moment and consider whether or not you would be benefited by subscribing to either Sirius or XM Satellite Radio. Both of these subscription-based services have something wonderful to offer their subscribers and both of them require specialized equipment in order to operate. This means if you are going to wish to use either service, you will need to have decided which service before you have your auto sound system installed.

It really doesn’t matter which of these you choose they each have different features that will appeal to a wide variety of audiences. You will find some wonderful competition among the two not only by way of music radio but also talk radio. If you really love talk radio you really need to subscribe to one of these in order to find a treasure chest of talk radio gems. You will find everything from the mundane to the controversial. From Oprah to Howard Stern exist in the realm of satellite radio, which seems to not only be catching on but also here to stay.

It has been commented on many times that XM Satellite Radio has a strong lead when it comes to subscriptions. This is very true but you should also keep in mind that the new subscribers seem to be leaning more towards Sirius for their satellite radio rather than going with the traditional favorite. I’ve checked out the line up and can’t see that one has much of a clearly defined lead over the other so I can’t give a definitive reason for the massive new subscribers to Sirius or even the phenomenal lead that XM Satellite radio is currently enjoying. Regardless if this is something that might interest you, you really should check out each website and decide for yourself which, if either, is more appealing to you as well as whether that appeal is worth the investment and the monthly subscription fee.

I will say this however: XM Satellite Radio for the moment seems to have much better toys to offer consumers. That being said, I’m actually quite surprised that the vast number of new subscribers are going with Sirius rather than XM. Of course, being the gadget geek that I am, I am basing that surprise solely on the fact that XM seems to have much better toys. At the moment XM is offering some really cool gadgets that double not only as XM Satellite Radio receivers but also offer GPS functionality and navigation assistance and controls. Some of these devices even go one step further and play DVDs, CDs, MP3s, among other things.

Believe me, Sirius has a lot to offer its customers as well, I’m simply thrilled over select items that can be found at XM that I really haven’t seen adequate competition for elsewhere. On the level of music, both seem to carry similar genres, lineups, etc. The same holds true for the Talk radio line up. The only major difference I am finding between the two are the gadgets. Even the prices are rather competitive with one another. I see only one other major difference and that is the fact that Sirius offers a lifetime membership that cost about the same as the five-year plan from XM Satellite Radio. The thing to remember however is that the lifetime membership is for the lifetime of the device not the subscriber.

I should also point out that opting for satellite radio more than likely will not eliminate your need for a new auto sound system it may however pose certain requirements for the type of sound system you will be able to choose. One thing I have noticed with both companies is that there are plenty of devices from which to choose. You will have your hands full selecting the right equipment for your auto sound system upon which to enjoy the wonderful sounds that satellite radio will bring to your ears each and every day.

The auto sound systems of today are much more involved and complicated than the simple car stereo and speakers of years long past. Today’s sound systems have all kinds of bells and whistles that many us could have only imagined during our younger years. In fact, it is quite possible that many of us did imagine these and those imaginings are how they came to be. One thing you need to do before you even begin to put the auto sound system of your dreams together is learn what kinds of components exist, how they work together, and which ones you really think you need as part of your auto sound system and which components you honestly feel you can live without.

Life is about compromise and most of us will readily admit that we are quite unlikely to ever use all the bells, whistles, and upgrades that are made available to us within our lifetimes. I don’t know about you, but my cell phone has features I’ve never even gotten around to learning how to use. I know I can use them and I have a subscription to do so, but have never managed to actually get around to watching the news, I find that if I am on my phone the news would be an interruption and if I am in the mood to watch the news, I’ll generally find a television and watch on a larger screen.

Our auto sound systems are a lot like this. If you don’t do an extensive amount of travel with little ones in your car, it is unlikely that you will need a sound system that allows wireless speakers for the back seat. However if you are putting a good sound system in your family car, this may be a good idea, as we don’t always enjoy the same music as our children. I don’t know about you, but I can only handle “The Wheels on the Bus” so many times in one car trip. For that reason alone I think the individual headphones are a wonderful idea.

One thing that I have found I can’t live without in my auto sound system is an MP3 player. I’m literally addicted to audio books and have found that I can subscribe to an online service that allows me to download entire books to my computer and either burn them to a CD or put them on a memory stick to play on my next road trip. It makes the trip seem to go so much more quickly when I have something to occupy my mind rather than switching radio stations on a regular basis in search of a song I enjoy that hasn’t been overplayed.

Some people can’t live without at least a 6-disc CD changer as part of their auto sound system and others find that XML is the only way to go. Whatever your choice, the thing to remember is that it is your choice. Only you can choose the auto sound system that works best with your tastes and requirements. Only you can decide whether or not you enjoy the sound your sound system provides, and only you can decide which bells and whistles are important and essential and which ones you can live without. It is your money that will pay for the upgrades you desire and your tastes they should please.

Take the time to study not only the music, but also the sound and the components that are available for the sound system you choose. Also pay close attention to what is included in the price you think you are paying. More often than not each component is sold as either an add on or an upgrade so be careful that you aren’t getting less than you think you are or paying more than you think you will be paying for the auto sound system you choose.

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If you are a fan of David Letterman, I’m sure you’ve seen and heard his nutty and often hilarious top 10 lists. He has become famous for them and they have been often imitated but never quite aptly duplicated by many around the world. I have no intentions of trying to claim or ever hope to be as funny as Letterman but I would love to create a top 5 list of why you need a new auto sound system. The sad part is that some of this may ring true for many, if not, I bet it will at least make you smile.

5) You really hate your neighbors and secretly hope that enough loud, late night thumping from your car will convince them to move. Admittedly not the kindest reason for the need of a new auto sound system but if you’ve had some of my previous neighbors I am fairly certain that it isn’t too bad of an idea. Just be careful not to shake too much or they may be leaving part of their automobiles behind.

4) Because you saw it on Ebay and like Weird Al Yankovich you just can’t seem to refuse when it comes to last minute bargains in the world’s largest garage sale. The truth of the matter is that Ebay can be an excellent resource as far as auto sound systems go. Just take a look here.

3) Because you’re tired of crummy speakers that seem to play static more than music and make more popping and snapping sounds than your old fashioned popcorn popper. Speakers are often only a small part of how your sound system runs. “Chances are if you are currently having speaker problems an entirely new auto sound system is going to be in order to insure that all the problems are fixed and solved to your complete satisfaction.”

2) Because your Aunt Ethel who has cataracts has a better auto sound system than you. Believe me I know this one stings a little, especially when it hits home. We all hate to think that someone that is older has a more technologically hip and sound product than we do. We often like to kid ourselves into thinking that we live on the cutting edge of technology when that is probably far from the case. Aunt Ethel probably has the kicking sound system she does so that it can be heard without the assistance of miracle ear so keep that in mind before you pull all of your hair out.

And the number 1 reason you should get a new auto sound system is that the 8-trac went out of fashion long before your first child was born. Even though you’ve clung to the past, it has finally met its limitations of usefulness and it is time to move along and embrace the wonderful world of modern technology and what it can mean to you and the time you and your family spend riding in your vehicle. Hope you had a great smile for the day!

We live in a world where music is our constant companion. We take it with us to the beach, to work, to exercise, even while riding bikes or talking on our cell phones. It only makes sense that in our cars we would like to have the best possible auto sound systems our hard earned dollars can buy. The problem is that new technology is being introduced to the market each and every day and many of us feel as though if we hold our breath just a little bit longer something even better and more spectacular will come along. We know that we will absolutely want to kick ourselves if we buy in to “this or that” company’s auto sound system that was phenomenal yesterday, just before the next great thing hits the market.

The truth is that superior auto sound system technology exists already and the question isn’t if it will hit the market but rather when. And when seems to be a pretty big question when it comes to emerging technologies. There are always so many things that control when the actual product will hit the shelves in stores or even how much supply will be available at that point in time. The really good news for consumers is that if you wait until that point, chances are the prices on the system you like now will probably lower significantly almost overnight.

While the geek in me would love to have the latest and greatest of gadgets at all times, the mom in me knows that the kids will need braces, new shoes for soccer, and (eventually) college tuition. For those reasons, I will continue typing on my sadly outdated eMachine and secretly long for the brand new Dell notebook while listening to the latest tunes on my iPod Shuffle while secretly longing for one of the new iPods, which is capable of playing video. I will live however, and will enjoy watching others play with their new gadget goodies while I learn about them and wait for the prices to drop (just like DVD players a few years back).

“I am at least intelligent enough to realize that most of the time it is best not to be the first to buy a new product or an emerging technology.” Let someone else take the risks associated with buying an essentially untried product while I sit back and listen to what they have to say. This way I can make an informed decision without bearing the scars associated with testing an untried product.

There are many things I’m willing to sacrifice and many more things I give to my children as guinea pigs. The thing I have noticed quite often with them is that if it can survive a few weeks in their care, it is a pretty safe bet and might even be worth purchasing stock in the company. We all have some things that are more important to us than others and while I love technology there are other things I love more.

Music, however, is a very important part of my life and I do try to keep current with the latest and greatest when it comes to auto sound systems. My favorite at the moment is the Bose. Every piece of this equipment is designed with the idea of making music sound, as it should. You can get the biggest and greatest sound quality from this system without giving up half your trunk or your entire back seat. Bose is one of the more expensive products on the market when it comes to auto sound systems but it is well worth every penny.

When checking out your options for an auto sound system be sure to keep in mind that the most expensive product is not necessarily the best product-no matter what the salesman tells you. By learning as much as possible about all choices you may find that one of the less expensive systems is actually better suited for your auto sound system needs.

This (take a deep breath) Kenwood KDC-BT838U - Radio / CD / MP3 Player / Digital Player - Full-DIN - In-Dash - 50 Watts x 4 will allow you to play the music you want. If you have CDs that contain WMA or AAC files, this can work well for you. It can also work if you use CDs that have MP3s on them.

You will be able to look at your song choice with the three line display. There is an amplifier that is built in the audio unit. This amplifier can make the sound of your music sound different and provide great quality. There are also preamp outputs that can be used if you have the need for additional outside amplifiers.

The Supreme Setting feature allows music to have a more enhanced sound and increased performance. In order to get the ultimate sound from your speakers, this audio unit has built in pass filters.

There is also an auxiliary input that can be used for other audio as deemed necessary. Or if you want different genres of music, you can use a CD changer. You can also use your iPod with this unit.

A good thing about using your iPod is that no adapter is required. All you have to do is connect it to the USB input. You can also use this with satellite radio. In addition to that, using an HD radio tuner is also an option.

Other features of Kenwood KDC-BT838U include:
* Control of subwoofer levels
* Option to have a connecting cable
* Additional auxiliary inputs
* Preamp outputs (6)

The Kenwood KDC-BT838U CD receiver is capable of doing so much and it has so many components to make that happen. With easy installation, you should have no problem operating this unit. You can look forward to a great quality sound from this CD receiver.

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This Pioneer DEH P3000IB is not just the #1 on the Best Seller list of Amazon. It is also your answer if you are looking for an all in one audio solution that will allow you to enjoy music, both digital and pulled from the air, with the clear and perfect tone it was intended to have and not the fuzzy, speaker bound presentation so often evident in car stereos.

The Pioneer DEH-P3000IB In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA/WAV Receiver shows incredible promise from the moment you pick it up, with its finely chiseled faceplate, multiple functions and sleek blue/black/chrome appearance. The unit is designed to be versatile, adapting to most makes and models of cars and easy to self install. Someone at Pioneer obviously realized that no one should have to sacrifice their first choice in a vehicle just to have a decent sound system!

This Pioneer is made with a CD receiver with a built-in MOSFET amplifier and an EQ3 3-band equalizer with six preset tone settings. The unit is designed to accommodate CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs and is compatible with the optional Pioneer iPod adapter, allowing you to enjoy the privilege of pulling up your own personal playlist and hearing it on the big speakers of your car rather than the tinny ones of your headphones, as well as satellite radio. Say good-bye to commercials forever!

The Pioneer DEH-P3000IB In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA/WAV Receiver is also Bluetooth compatible (with the optional Pioneer Bluetooth adapter), giving drivers the opportunity to drive with both of their hands on the wheel without having to completely ignore that all-important phone call if it happens to come when they’re on the road.

Take the Pioneer DEH-P3000IB In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA/WAV Receiver’s sleek, streamlined appearance, excellent audio quality and reasonable price and combine it with the fact that it can be used with satellite radio, contains a frontal auxiliary input and USB input to prevent the possibility of cords tangling around the gear shift and is designed to accommodate most media sources and it’s not hard to see why the Pioneer DEH-P3000IB In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA/WAV Receiver has become so popular among drivers of all shapes and sizes.

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Sony’s been leading the field in audio electronics for almost six decades, and the Sony MEX-BT2600 CD Receiver proofs why. The Japanese company has been consistently turning out high quality, low cost electronics since their first transistor radios, a tradition they’ve continued with the Sony MEX-BT2600 CD Receiver. The Sony MEX-BT2600 CD Receiver is a commuter’s dream, and it’s a fast and simple way to pump up your sound system without having to put your bank account on a slow drain.

The system itself is easy to operate. You have an AM/FM radio with easy to program preset capability and a CD player that lets you play CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs, which means no matter where your CD comes from you can listen to it when you’re on the road. Sony’s anti-skip technology and the fact that the Sony MEX-BT2600 CD Receiver is specifically designed to work with discs loaded with mp3 and WMA music files makes it possible to listen to your digital music without the skipping and stalling prevalent in other stereos.

Along with the CD player, the Sony MEX-BT2600 CD Receiver is Bluetooth compatible. Answer and disconnect your calls without having to touch your Bluetooth phone, letting you keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes where they belong-on the road in front of you! The unit is also compatible with Sony’s iPod adapter, HD radio tuner and satellite radio, and there is a front auxiliary input that allows you to connect your DVD player, laptop or any other source of audio media to your car’s stereo system.

The only objections to the Sony MEX-BT2600 CD Receiver seem to be the mic accessibility for Bluetooth functions and occasional difficulties with the iPhone. Overall, complaints have been small. The Sony MEX-BT2600 CD Receiver is a great value, and an awesome addition to Sony’s lineup.

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