JVC UX-G28

 The JVC UX-G28 is small and in comparison to other shelf audio systems, it is cheap.  It plays CD-R/RW with tags, has 10cm speakers, and contains a 2.0 USB host for external devices.  It has some additional features such as front audio input, a clock, a timer, and four sound modes: rock, pop, classic, and jazz.  Its visual design leaves something to be desired -- it is black and shaped like a rectangle.  The lack of extensive features and the uninspired design are easily overwhelmed by its compact size (good for apartments or tight spaces) and its reasonable price.