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Tivoli Audio blows away all previous and existing table radios - including their own! - with the Henry-Kloss Model Two AM/FM Stereo Radio. Model Two adds a matching companion speaker that can be placed up to 15-feet away from the main unit, providing stereo separation and detailed soundstage one piece 'stereo' units lack. The FM stereo tuner and amplifier so highly praised in the Model 0ne Radio have been completely redesigned and refitted in an attractive metallic taupe / champagne with cherry wood cabinet. Built-in AM/FM antenna plus external 75 0hm FM antenna connector (includes wire whip antenna) Speakers video shielded Stereo headphone output Stereo Record output Dimensions - 4.5H x 8.375W x 5.25D; weighs five pounds

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The Tivoli Henry Kloss Model Two Radio with companion speaker, the Tivoli Model Subwoofer and the Tivoli Model CD are designed to be used together as part of a complete compact stereo system but are sold separately from each other.

All the elements of the component system have classic styling that makes Tivoli products so distinctive. Simplicity and elegance are engineered into all three components and, for the most part, we came away impressed with what this little system could do in terms of sound quality, as well as its ease of use. lt's worth noting here that all three components sport separate ports for AC and DC power, making them a great choice for boating or RV use.

Henry Kloss Model Two
The Model Two serves as the base unit for the Tivoli component system. lt is very similar to the Model Three clock radio, without the alarm clock section. Like other Tivoli radios, the Model Two is just over 8 inches wide, 4.5 inches high, and 5.25 inches deep--about the size of a toaster turned on its side. The unit also ships with a companion speaker which, unlike the monaural Henry Kloss Model 0ne, gives the system full stereo separation.

The Tivoli Model Two with companion speaker.

The Model Two has a single rotary dial that handles tuning for both AM and FM stations. The dial is designed to move between stations at a speed that's a bit slower than the speed at which the user turns the knob--a five-to-one ratio, to be exact. This ratio dialing technique makes it far easier to tune stations accurately and quickly. lt's a nice touch that sets the unit apart from other desktop radios. The tuner band selection and volume dials are easy to control, and they're well designed for hands of all sizes. A small LED power indicator, as well as an LED that helps determine signal strength, are positioned between the dials. We did have one gripe about the Model Two controls, though--the same gripe we had about the Model Three. Unlike the high-contrast labeling we found on the Platinum Series Model 0ne radio, the Model Two's blue-gray lettering atop a taupe background is difficult to read, especially in low-light situations.

The Model Two's 3-inch driver is housed next to the tuning dial and is protected by a handsome metal speaker cover. The companion speaker contains the same driver in a form factor that is the same size and construction as the Model Two's main unit. A 15-foot RCA speaker cord attached to the companion speaker allows you to set the speakers well apart in a room--great for getting optimal stereo separation. There's a small balance dial on the rear of the main unit as well as a mono-stereo switch.

A coaxial antenna jack for the included FM antenna wire is provided, although the Model Two also has an internal FM antenna. Tivoli recommends using the supplied external antenna for tricky tuning in locales with a lot of closely spaced stations. There's a handy switch for alternating between the internal and external antennae, as well. A standard 3.5-millimeter headphone jack is also provided, as is a 3.5-millimeter auxiliary line-in port for plugging in the Model CD. For the really techno-savvy, there's also a 3.5-millimeter mixing input that permits audio from your computer to be mixed in with the radio. A preamp-out jack is provided for the Model Subwoofer, and if you want to use the Model Two as a component tuner--not a bad idea given the overall quality and accuracy of the tuning circuitry--Tivoli has provided a 3.5-millimeter output port.

The Subwoofer adds rich bass to the Model Two.

Model Subwoofer
At 6.5 inches high, 9.5 inches wide, and 6.1 inches deep, the Model Subwoofer is a bit larger than the other components in the Tivoli component system. While a 5.25-inch bass driver dominates the front of the unit, there's also a deep front port for added bass response. A bass-level dial lets you decide how much of the low end you want to hear. The on-off switch has a sensor that automatically activates the subwoofer when a signal is detected. With 20 watts of power, the Model Subwoofer is an impressive little box with the capability of dramatically extending the fullness and richness of the Model Two sound.

Model CD
With its cherry wood casing, Tivoli's component CD player matches the Model Two perfectly while offering equally simple operation. We really liked the elegant slot-loading mechanism; it felt solid and reliable. Basic functions like play, stop, and track selection can be controlled on the unit. There's also a tiny little remote that adds shuffle, direct track selection, repeat, and intro-scanning functions. True to form, the remote is simple and easy to use. The Model CD's display is bright and crisp with the look of a high-end audiophile-class component. We played a number of CDs, including CD-R discs with nary a hitch. Tivoli says that the Model CD will not play CD-RW discs, however.

The Tivoli CD is elegant and capable.

A 3.5-millimeter headset jack is provided on the back of the unit, as are RCA outputs and an AC power port that connects to a supplied brick-style AC adapter. The unit is also capable of running on DC power.

All Together Now
Setting up the component system was fairly straightforward. All of the inputs and outputs are clearly marked, and each component ships with everything you need to make the right connections. Although it might be too much to ask for, it would be great if the Model Two main unit had an AC power input for plugging in at least one of the components. This is admittedly a minor quibble, and it might not be feasible in such a small device.

Just like our experiences with other Tivoli products, sound was impressive--full of clear highs and mids and rich, room-filling lows. The Model Two tuning feature felt less accurate than the Model 0ne, but we still were able to dial in stations quickly and easily. 0verall, we recommend the Model Two as a high-quality mini-component system, because systems this size rarely sound this good. Even without the subwoofer engaged, the sound was rich and resonant. As soon as we plugged in the subwoofer, though, we were transported to near sonic bliss. lt's a must-have accessory for the Model Two.--Joshua Gunn

Pros

• Simple, stylish construction on all the component parts
• Great sound from such a compact system; good tuning accuracy
• Subwoofer option adds exceptional dynamic range

Cons

• Tuner is slightly less accurate than the Model 0ne

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Buyer's feedback: - * BEST COMPACT SYSTEM OUT THERE ...
Lets be frank, the BOSE system is definitely an overpriced product. So, it is OK product that performs so so... it is also $500. If you really would like a system that sounds 100 times better and costs slightly less, I would look into the Tivoli Model 2 with the Tivoli subwoofer addition. I have tried both systems, and was only satisfied when I got my Tivoli Model Two. The Tivoli Model Two is definitely going to be classic and a system people talk about for years... mark my words. What can I say, it was designed by Henry Kloss, one of the most important sound engineers of our time. I have the new ipod dock with remote hooked up to it and it sounds amazing! Keep in mind that this is a system for people who like to LISTEN to music. True Hi-Fi... not another boomy window shaker system. The Tivoli system has incredible sound separation a really impressive sound stage. Oh and did I mention that it is really cool looking? It has real wood cabinets, minimal solid design. And hey, it does not have the look of a bedside alarm clock!

Hopefully I have just saved some of you true music connoisseurs the headache of having to return their BOSE products... or not. Yours faithfully, Sonic Boom.

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Buyer's feedback: - Sounds as good as it looks
Incredibly impressed with the full detailed sound. And the looks of the device are a refreshing change to the typical, plastic offerings by most electronics manufacturers. Long live wood. (I understand fully the irony of that statement in this context)

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Buyer's feedback: - * Not a good value ...
All the 5-star reviews here just go to show people buy for a label and not for performance anymore. This is not a 5-star item by any means.

Sound: This is my biggest complaint by far. For an extremely expensive radio I expect superior sound quality. What one get's are two 2" speakers with barely a full aural spectrum, and flat, tinny mid-tones that sound exactly like what I get out of my $39.00 Panasonic boom-box. There is way too much vibration and tinny overtones to convince me this was really engineered for sound quality and not just look.

Functionality: I am a retro guy. I like simple and retro. One of the things that drew me to this design in the first place was the simple interface and warm wood, old-school rat-pack finish. Unfortunately the dial is ham-handed at tuning, and is hard to see in anything but bright light. I don't need a digital readout, but would a decent analog dial with a backlight be too much to ask?

Tuning: The fade off-signal is really pathetic. It won't hold a station for more than 20 minutes, so expect to constantly make trips back to the tuner to reaquire the station. Again, this is $10 transistor radio stuff. If you pay $200 for a radio, one should expect that even if they used an analog dial, there would be some kind of digital signal-lock hidden inside. There isn't.

I guess what I am trying to say is that this product sounds and feels like a $20 Tiwanese radio they put in a fancy wood case with a designer name on it and decided to sell for $200+. It's a rip-off for the price, and I returned mine within a week and bought the Bose. It does have superior sound, a distinctive look, and signal-locking technology.

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Buyer's feedback: - Excellent purchase
I purchased the Tivoli Henry Kloss table radio with speakers for my husband for Christmas. He is thrilled with the sound, style, and function of the radio. It is a very appealing-looking radio- almost like a fine piece of furniture. I would highly recommend this product to anyone.

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Buyer's feedback: - * Fantastic! ...
I recently purchased a Model One and was so impressed with it that I purchased a Model Two along with the Model Subwoofer.

Pro: Just tremendous sound, great looking, excellent FM and AM reception. I have been buying stereo equipment since the early seventies and even built a Heathkit stereo receiver. That said, this is the best sounding....bar none. It is also fantastic with my iPod mini connected.

Con: Tivoli has just raised the price on the Model Two from $200 to $300 and the Model Subwoofer from $80 to $160. That's is just unbelieveable! I got mine for the old price. Hurry, if you check various websites you may be able to score pre-price increase models.