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Onkyo CS-210
$199.00
Released October, 2002
The Pros:Metal casing/components is indicative of high-quality construction - unit is very durable and is sure to last a long time based on build quality. Preamp output enables external speaker support - excellent feature for users hoping to supplement low-frequency response with a powered subwoofer. Compatible with Mp3 players via phono/auxiliary input - major selling point for users with iPods and other portable media devices.
The Cons:Overall sound quality is fairly disappointing - audio lacks "punchiness" amongst middle and low frequencies, with harsh treble overtones. Lacks dedicated EQ controls - severely limits playback quality options common to similarly-priced units from Sony and Polk Audio. CD player component is fairly noisy - disc rotation sounds are clearly audible over lower-level music and are especially noticeable during spoken-word dialogue.
The CS-210 by Onkyo is an introductory shelf-system with little capabilities outside of CD playback. Although this is a basic player, CD audio quality is produced by Onkyo’s own Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT) found on even the manufacturer’s best shelf systems.
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MP3 music files will not be read on the CS-210, however, it does have CD-RW playback capability. The speakers are 2-way, bass reflex with 4 13/16” OMF cone woofer and a max power of 70 watts. Additionally, this unit may be linked with other compatible sources and controlled through the RI- Remote Control.
Features
- Single Disc CD player
- WRAT supported audio
- CR-RW playback
- Optical Digital Output
- RI remote
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Metal casing/components is indicative of high-quality construction - unit is very durable and is sure to last a long time based on build quality
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Preamp output enables external speaker support - excellent feature for users hoping to supplement low-frequency response with a powered subwoofer
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Compatible with Mp3 players via phono/auxiliary input - major selling point for users with iPods and other portable media devices
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Functions fairly well as an entry-level unit - build quality, connectivity options and sound capabilities are well-suited to the ~$200 price range
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Overall sound quality is fairly disappointing - audio lacks "punchiness" amongst middle and low frequencies, with harsh treble overtones
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1
Lacks dedicated EQ controls - severely limits playback quality options common to similarly-priced units from Sony and Polk Audio
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CD player component is fairly noisy - disc rotation sounds are clearly audible over lower-level music and are especially noticeable during spoken-word dialogue
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