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Basics Glossary Mini Systems come in a variety of shapes, sizes and price ranges and range in sound quality from "boombox without a handle" to very fine hi-fidelity systems that deliver full home theater functions! The one thing they all have in common is a size that will fit into just about any lifestyle and decor. No longer do you have to give up your living space in order to have excellent sound.... and you don't have to worry about different component compatibility and choices for some of the top names in audio have done the hard work for you. Circuit City carries over 40 different mini-systems in every imaginable configuration. Let's take a look at how to decide which one is right for you. Hi-Fi, Mid-Fi, Low-Fi Experienced audio people will tell you that clean amplifier power and speaker quality are the key factors in a great sounding audio system. So naturally, if you're shopping for a mini system that will serve as your main audio system, you're going to want to focus on units with real audio wattage (40-100 watts per channel) along with quality speaker sound. You also have the choice of getting a hi-fi mini system with complete home theater Dolby ProLogic® surround sound circuitry, (some are even Dolby Digital ready), and speakers if your TV and VCR will be used in the same room. True hi-fi mini systems generally start at about $400 and go up to nearly $2000 depending on sound quality and features. Another category that is becoming increasingly popular is what we like to call executive micro systems like the one shown here. These very small systems pack a tuner and CD player into a nicely styled system designed for desktops or other situations where quality sound at moderate volume levels is desired. But many people buy mini systems for children's rooms or as secondary systems or as gifts where " mid-fi " at a lower price is a more appropriate goal. You can find very feature laden and good sounding "mid-fi" systems in the $200-400 range. Finally there are still lower priced " low-fi " mini-systems that perform much like a boom box in terms of sound quality, yet have the features and flexibility to play both CD's and tapes and have fun at home. These systems generally start at about $100. Features Most mini systems include: An amplifier . A few systems even have two amplifiers. Two to five speakers (depending on home theater / surround sound needs). An AM/FM tuner. CD player or multi-disc changer. A tape deck or dubbing decks. Subwoofers are included in some models for added deep bass impact. Some systems even have them built into the speakers. As you might expect, the features available on each of these sections are comparable to separate hi-fi components so we won't bother listing all of them here. You can read about "normal" features under the specific component sections: CD's, speakers, tape decks Beyond the normal features, manufacturer's of mini systems often include special features not found on individual components. The most common such features are: Full Function Remote Controls - control all of your system components from one remote. Built in timer / clock - for sleep and / or wake up functions & sometimes timed recordings as well. Electronic Equalization or Graphic Equalizer - gives you much finer ability to set tone controls rather than a simple bass & treble control. Bass Boost Circuitry - helps provide full, rich bass from small speakers by boosting bass output electronically Video Inputs - for use as a home theater surround sound system Magnetically Shielded Speakers - for use with a TV to prevent tube magnetization and distortion. Subwoofer Output - to allow use of a separate powered subwoofer for full range sound and bass with impact. Spatial Sound Enhancement - uses various electronic circuitry (SRS, BBE, DSP) to make your room sound bigger and make the music seem more "live". Karaoke - provides microphone input(s) and removes most vocals from playback so you can substitute your own voice and sing along and even make tapes as you do! Built-in Mega CD changers that store up to 50 discs jukebox style and even have a display that tells you the name of each disc and song! Built in Mini-Disc recorders that let you make custom digital copies from various sources. You now should have a pretty good idea about the type of sound you get in different price ranges in mini-systems,and the regular and unique features you might want to consider in your own system. The next step is to stop by one of our stores and have one of our trained Product Specialists show you what is available that will meet your specific requirements. You'll want to listen carefully to several systems as there are real differences in sound qualities between the various models. If our store price is lower on the day you pick up your purchase, we will automatically adjust your purchase price to match the lower price. We cannot ship items outside of the USA due to manufacturer agreements. Home Page | Privacy Policy | Guaranteed Security | Automatic Price Protection | Terms Of Use | Contact Us | Circuit City Credit Card © 1996-2003 Circuit City® Stores, Inc. . 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in Electronics Games Movies Popular Music Classical Music Home Audio & Video DVD Players and VCRs Televisions Home Audio · Home Theater Systems · Receivers · Home Speakers · CD Players and Recorders · Cassette Decks · Turntables and Accessories · Mini Systems · Audio Cables and Connections · Audio Tapes, Discs, Care, and Mics · Headphones · Audio Stands · Speaker Stands Portable Electronics Car Electronics Satellite TV Systems Audio and Video Accessories Audio and Video Furniture Sharper Image Camcorders and Photo Cameras and Camcorders Home Office Computers, Printers, and PDAs Peripherals and Accessories Internet and Home Networking Wireless Phones Phones and Office Electronics Office Furniture Software Music & Movies CDs and Cassettes DVD and VHS Movies Toys and Games Kids Electronics Video Games Gift Cards Services Weekly Ad Rebates Help & Services Join Affiliates Corporate Sales Investor Info Circuit City Info Careers Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Partnership Mini Systems Shop For Mini Systems Basics What do you want to learn about Mini Systems? Basics Glossary Mini Systems come in a variety of shapes, sizes and price ranges and range in sound quality from "boombox without a handle" to very fine hi-fidelity systems that deliver full home theater functions! The one thing they all have in common is a size that will fit into just about any lifestyle and decor. No longer do you have to give up your living space in order to have excellent sound.... and you don't have to worry about different component compatibility and choices for some of the top names in audio have done the hard work for you. Circuit City carries over 40 different mini-systems in every imaginable configuration. Let's take a look at how to decide which one is right for you. Hi-Fi, Mid-Fi, Low-Fi Experienced audio people will tell you that clean amplifier power and speaker quality are the key factors in a great sounding audio system. So naturally, if you're shopping for a mini system that will serve as your main audio system, you're going to want to focus on units with real audio wattage (40-100 watts per channel) along with quality speaker sound. You also have the choice of getting a hi-fi mini system with complete home theater Dolby ProLogic® surround sound circuitry, (some are even Dolby Digital ready), and speakers if your TV and VCR will be used in the same room. True hi-fi mini systems generally start at about $400 and go up to nearly $2000 depending on sound quality and features. Another category that is becoming increasingly popular is what we like to call executive micro systems like the one shown here. These very small systems pack a tuner and CD player into a nicely styled system designed for desktops or other situations where quality sound at moderate volume levels is desired. But many people buy mini systems for children's rooms or as secondary systems or as gifts where " mid-fi " at a lower price is a more appropriate goal. You can find very feature laden and good sounding "mid-fi" systems in the $200-400 range. Finally there are still lower priced " low-fi " mini-systems that perform much like a boom box in terms of sound quality, yet have the features and flexibility to play both CD's and tapes and have fun at home. These systems generally start at about $100. Features Most mini systems include: An amplifier . A few systems even have two amplifiers. Two to five speakers (depending on home theater / surround sound needs). An AM/FM tuner. CD player or multi-disc changer. A tape deck or dubbing decks. Subwoofers are included in some models for added deep bass impact. Some systems even have them built into the speakers. As you might expect, the features available on each of these sections are comparable to separate hi-fi components so we won't bother listing all of them here. You can read about "normal" features under the specific component sections: CD's, speakers, tape decks Beyond the normal features, manufacturer's of mini systems often include special features not found on individual components. The most common such features are: Full Function Remote Controls - control all of your system components from one remote. Built in timer / clock - for sleep and / or wake up functions & sometimes timed recordings as well. Electronic Equalization or Graphic Equalizer - gives you much finer ability to set tone controls rather than a simple bass & treble control. Bass Boost Circuitry - helps provide full, rich bass from small speakers by boosting bass output electronically Video Inputs - for use as a home theater surround sound system Magnetically Shielded Speakers - for use with a TV to prevent tube magnetization and distortion. Subwoofer Output - to allow use of a separate powered subwoofer for full range sound and bass with impact. Spatial Sound Enhancement - uses various electronic circuitry (SRS, BBE, DSP) to make your room sound bigger and make the music seem more "live". Karaoke - provides microphone input(s) and removes most vocals from playback so you can substitute your own voice and sing along and even make tapes as you do! Built-in Mega CD changers that store up to 50 discs jukebox style and even have a display that tells you the name of each disc and song! Built in Mini-Disc recorders that let you make custom digital copies from various sources. You now should have a pretty good idea about the type of sound you get in different price ranges in mini-systems,and the regular and unique features you might want to consider in your own system. The next step is to stop by one of our stores and have one of our trained Product Specialists show you what is available that will meet your specific requirements. You'll want to listen carefully to several systems as there are real differences in sound qualities between the various models. If our store price is lower on the day you pick up your purchase, we will automatically adjust your purchase price to match the lower price. We cannot ship items outside of the USA due to manufacturer agreements. Home Page | Privacy Policy | Guaranteed Security | Automatic Price Protection | Terms Of Use | Contact Us | Circuit City Credit Card © 1996-2003 Circuit City® Stores, Inc. 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