Panasonic SC-HC3 Ultra-Slim iPod Docking Speaker System
A Review of the Panasonic SC-HC3 Ultra-Slim iPod Docking Speaker System
There are a lot of audio systems that you can buy in most stores and electronics shops, but have you ever found one that’s as excellent as the Panasonic SC-HC3 Ultra-Slim iPod Docking Speaker System? If you don’t know much about this model, then let me enlighten you about that.
Design
This is the first and most striking feature of this device. With its small and slim figure, you wouldn’t believe that it could produce such powerful sound. The speaker system is excellent in doing its job, but the design makes it even more functional and stylish. You can place it on any tabletop or desk, but it’s best on the TV rack along with the other electronics. The iPod dock and CD player has a sliding door which lets you hide the dock if you’re not using it, and easily push it away if you want to dock your iPod or iPhone in it.
It’s not a component, and it’s definitely not that bulky. It weighs only 6.6 pounds, easy enough to carry around and transfer from room to room. Its dimensions are 19.6'' x 7.6'' x 4'', very slim, very compact as compared to other high-quality stereo sets, and very fashionably thin which is a trend in most appliances nowadays.
Video
The LCD is a short one-line screen display that only shows the track number and time of length of the track being played. Other than that, it’s a very simple and not too much of a feature.
Audio
The total power of the speakers is 40W, a good output power for such a small device. It has five preset equalizer settings which include heavy for music with heavy instruments and strong basses, soft for more mellow tracks, vocal for a more humane sound, clear for a complete amplification of every audible aspect, and flat for simpler and less complicated resonance.
It has a digital tuner with excellent reception. You can save 30 FM and 15 AM stations as preset for easier scanning and tuning in. You can play most CD-R/RW and MP3 formatted tracks on the CD player. You can also use external audio sources through the AUX connection.
The speaker system has an extra D. Bass for better bass resonance, treble and bass control for excellent sound output.
Other Features
The device has its own time preset function both for sleep and play, so you can dictate what time it turn on and shuts off. The integrated universal iPod/iPhone dock allows you to play your favorite iTunes on this stereo system. It also has an auto off or dim function so you can leave it and not worry about it operating all day long. The remote control is also something you can’t miss and it makes navigating through the device easy and without need of any effort except for some finger-flicking. It’s also an Energy Star qualified device, so you’re actually doing Mother Nature a favor by buying this instead of other stereo speaker systems.
Conclusion
This is an excellent device – you don’t have to see it to know that. I myself am completely happy with my Panasonic SC-HC3 Ultra-Slim iPod Docking Speaker System. If you want a stylish, slim, multi-functional, and high-quality sound system in your living room, bedroom, dining room, kitchen, family room, or guest room, this is the perfect device that you can get, and for a very reasonable price as well.