Entered CNET Catalog: 06/11/2008
SKU: 0831623006854
Manufacturer: Tivoli Audio
Manufacturer description
Accessing DAB and FM stations via a Wi-Fi or Ethernet broadband connection, NetWorks connects to thousands of free radio stations worldwide. It easily searches for stations by country, genre, or a station's call letters. It is also one of the first audio products to be user-upgradeable, so your advanced radio can keep pace with rapidly changing technology. NetWorks comes with five pre-sets, but through its exclusive Global Portal can add an unlimited number of Internet stations that are stored to a 'Favorites' list. These would include many HD Multi-cast and DAB stations, previously only available from expensive HD or dedicated DAB receivers. NetWorks is available with or without a digital FM tuner with RDS (where available) to provide continual service when Internet service is unavailable.Product summary
The good: High-end audio streamer with built-in speaker; unique wood block styling; accesses Internet radio and music on your PC via wired or Wi-Fi network; easy setup and operation; good sound quality; line-in audio and FM radio built-in.
The bad: Two to four times more expensive than competing products; awkward placement of controls (rear panel) and inputs (bottom panel); limited file support; new stations can only be added via Tivoli's Web site, which is slow to update; interface and menu structure could be a bit more intuitive.
The bottom line: The Tivoli Audio NetWorks boasts impressive sound quality and solid streaming audio, but some shortsighted design issues and an extremely high price tag spoil the package.
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