Best Of Tech

By Edited by Lev Grossman and Wilson Rothman Sunday, Nov. 11, 2001

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    Stereos
    CHEAP
    $150
    SONY CFD-S40CP BOOMBOX
    Home audio may be exploring new dimensions with six-speaker DVD surround sound, but there's still no substitute for a good, solid boom box. Sony's latest can even play MP3s on CD, and it hasn't forgotten the value of a good old-fashioned tape deck.
    www.sonystyle.com

    MODERATE
    $550
    YAMAHA MCR-E250
    Electronics are always shrinking, and it's not hard to find quality among the "microcomponent" systems, but Yamaha's 50-watt system stands out, with a three-CD changer, two PianoCraft speakers and a subwoofer jack in case you need more bass.
    www.yamaha.com/yec

    EXPENSIVE
    $1,800
    SHARP SD-NX10
    For your favorite golden-eared Bach-ophile, we recommend 1-Bit digital audio, a new technology that improves dynamics and frequency range. Sharp's 1-Bit desktop system with built-in CD and MiniDisc players delivers almost freakishly clear sound.
    www.sharp-usa.com

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