Philips MCM530 150-Watt Micro Shelf System with 5-Disc CD/MP3 Changer and Digital AM/FM Tuner

Philips MCM530 150-Watt Micro Shelf System with 5-Disc CD/MP3 Changer and Digital AM/FM Tuner Review

Philips MCM530 150-Watt Micro Shelf System with 5-Disc CD/MP3 Changer and Digital AM/FM Tuner Feature

• MP3 micro hi-fi system with 5-CD carousel changer; measures 6.9 x 10.6 x 12.4 inches (W x H x D)
• USB PC Link for MP3 streaming from your PC and playback of up to 50 hours of MP3-CD music
• Class D digital amplifier and MAX sound enhancement technology for instant power boost
• Connections include an audio aux and USB PC Link inputs and a 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack
• 2-way bass reflex speaker system with 5.25-inch woofers and 2-inch tweeters; 75 watts per channel

The Philips MCM530 micro shelf system offers robust power and a host of great listening features in a sleek, compact package, making it a great choice for offices, kitchens, and finished basements. The system centers around the five-disc CD changer, which lets you play hours of uninterrupted music in a single setting. The CD changer also plays self-recorded CD-Rs and CD-RWs, so you can create your own soundtracks, along with MP3s recorded on a CD-R/RW. Because a single MP3-CD can hold up to 10 hours of music, adding five of them to your changer results in a staggering 50 hours of consecutive tunes--enough to satisfy even the most zealous music fan. The CD player also includes a variety of essential playback modes, including 99-track programming, repeat (one or all discs), and shuffle play.

Adding to the MCM530's value is the system's USB PC link. Simply connect the stereo to a PC via the included USB cord and you can start streaming audio directly from your laptop or desktop. The function is a great way to listen to MP3s recorded on your hard drive or enjoy Internet radio stations broadcasting from across the country. Plus, it's easy to manage your computer's audio files by installing the included MusicMatch software onto your hard drive. Listeners who want a more traditional radio outlet can opt for to activate the system's digital AM/FM tuner, which has room for up to 40 memory presets for quickly changing channels or surfing through the full dial.

The system's rich audio stems from the pair of two-way bass reflex speakers, each of which boasts a 5.25-inch woofer and 2-inch tweeter. The speakers (75 watts per channel) are also quite powerful for a shelf system, especially when teamed with Philips' Max Sound technology, which boosts both the highs and lows for a louder, cleaner overall sound. Additional features include a CD/radio alarm with a sleep timer, an auxiliary input for connecting an iPod or MP3 player, and a headphone jack.

The MCM530 measures 6.9 by 10.6 by 12.4 inches (W x H x D) while each speaker checks in at 7.1 by 10.6 by 8.7 inches. The system also carries a one-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Main unit, two speakers, FM wire antenna, AM loop antenna, 32-key remote control, two AA batteries, AC power cord, 3-meter USB cable, CD-ROM (with USB PC link driver, MusicMatch, software, and Sound Agent software), user's manual. Philips Micro Shelf Sys., 150 watts, 2 way wood spkrs, 5 CD, USB link for MP3 playability