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The Roku SoundBridge R1000 is a hi-fi Internet radio with a built-in stereo speakers and subwoofer. Using its built-in WiFi connection it can play music (WMA, AAC, ALAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF) streamed over your network or play Internet radio. It features a large 280x32 VFD fluorescent display, and includes a remote. The player sells for around $300.
MSRP $300.00
Release date March, 2006
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Features
- 802.11b/g WiFi music system
- plays Internet radio /w presets
- streams music from your network
- formats: WMA, AAC, ALAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF
- display: 280 x 32 bitmapped vacuum fluorescent display (VFD)
- speakers: 2 x Linear Magnetic Drive (LMD) Full-Range Speakers, each powered by 20 W (RMS) 3G digital amplifier
- sub-woofer: 1 x Linear Magnetic Drive (LMD) Sub-woofer, in a Delta-TunnelT tuned acoustic enclosure, powered by a built-in 30 W (RMS) 3G digital amplifier
- dimensions: 11" wide x 6" high x 6.5" deep
- weight: 4 lbs. 15 oz.
- price: $300
- release: March 2006
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Roku SoundBridge R1000 is ranked 2nd among it's competitors.
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MSRP $199.99
Released --
Pros
- Handles a lot of music formats
- Much cheaper than competition
- Great sound for a clock radio
Cons
- Confusing interface
- Very slow connection to the Sirius stations
- No batteries available... (do you really want a portable radio that isn't portable) They came up with putting batteries in radio's in the 50's why the step back?
Roku SoundBridge R1000
50%
vs.
Grace Wireless Internet Radio
50%
MSRP $299.00
Released January, 2006
Pros
- Audiophile quality audio transport using lossless audio like FLAC and output to a third-party DAC
- Extensive audio format support
- Excellent audio output options (digital and optical)
- Slim profile
- WiFi and wired Ethernet connectivity
Cons
- Expensive considering it doesn't stream video
Roku SoundBridge R1000
vs.
Logitech Squeezebox Classic
MSRP $349.00
Released July, 2007
Pros
- WiFi access to Internet radio
- Simple all-in-one design - includes tuner, speaker, alarm
- Stylish, nice looking radio
Cons
- A little expensive
- Doesn't produce bass at all (even from headphone out)
- A bit plastic and wobbling (have to compare to Tivoli)
Roku SoundBridge R1000
100%
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Tangent Quattro
0%
MSRP $449.99
Released January, 2009
Pros
- includes iPod docking station
- powerful internal amplifier
- streams music wirelessly
Cons
- currently no FLAC or ALAC support
- somewhat expensive compared to existing popular devices such as the squeezebox
- requires Windows
Roku SoundBridge R1000
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Linksys DMC250
MSRP $349.99
Released July, 2007
Pros
- Small and lightweight
- Easy-to-read LCD display
- Ability to stream music from PC or Mac
- Can be used as a speaker for any mp3 player
Cons
- Only 1 speaker
- Battery life is inconsistent (between 3 and 8 hours)
Roku SoundBridge R1000
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Revo Pico Wi-Fi
MSRP $400.00
Released --
Pros
- Stylish design
- Good frequency and volume range.
- Great build quality, good finish.
Cons
- Single-knob control system driven user-interface is not intuitive.
- Remote control is flimsy and easily damaged.
- Easily looses network connection.
Roku SoundBridge R1000
100%
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Roberts WM201
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Reviews
December 2, 2007
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Pros
- Hi-fidelity sound with stereo speakers and sub-woofer
- Easily streams Internet radio and network music in most formats
- Easy setup
- Multiple alarm options (Internet, playlist, AM/FM, podcasts)
Cons
- No auxillary audio inputs
- No tone adjustment (treble, bass, EQ)
- No wired Internet connection
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Pros
- Hi-fidelity sound with stereo speakers and sub-woofer
- Easily streams Internet radio and network music in most formats
- Easy setup
Cons
- No auxillary audio inputs
- No tone adjustment (treble, bass, EQ)
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