[geeks] compact stereo systems

[Shannon Hendrix]

I'm search for a decent compact stereo system to replace my old rack  
system.

I like units like this one:

TEAC Reference 300 DR-H300

I guess you'd call this a mid-range mini system, and for some reason  
I'm having a hard time finding them.

I can't find much of anything locally except junk.

There are a couple of the low end systems that are good enough, and if  
I have to punt I'll get one of those.

However, I'd really like to find some place in the USA that sells a  
good selection of units like the one above.

I find *tons* of nice mini/micro hi-fi systems in UK and EU catalogs,  
but not much from vendors in the USA.

I'm hoping I just don't know where to look.

So far the only shop I've found online that carries the Teac above is www.jr.com 
.

Any pointers or personal experiences appreciated.

Features I would like:

	- AM/FM tuner
	- speakers are not necessary, but OK if they are decent
	- CD that can also play mp3 files
	- alternately, DVD player that can also play mp3 files and DVD audio
	- USB port for mp3 files on a storage device (optional, but I really,  
really
           like that feature
	- 50 watts should be enough for the room where this is going

The speakers I have right now are JLH loudspeakers, 200 watts, but  
they seem to perform well at low volume so I'm not too worried about  
getting an amp that can push them.





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