Years ago if you wanted to buy a home stereo system, you just went with a basic set-up that had a turntable, cassette player, and after that CD players were added as well. You could buy them ready-made in most department stores or specialty music stores. Most people wanted big speakers with great sound that would resonate throughout their home. After all, if the sound quality wasn’t great, what would be the point in buying one?
Then came the 1990’s when everyone started turning to much smaller listening devices such as the Walkman and then portable CD players. Then came the iPods, smartphones, and iPads. All of these personal listening devices, as well as the home computer, supply people’s musical needs in such a portable way, the home stereo system seemed to be going out of style.
Then jump forward to 2020! All of a sudden you have Alexa that can play music for you through your internet connection. Soundbars can enhance the volume of these devices. However, even with all of these advanced features for musical needs, people often revert to the past because it offered something that can’t really ever be replaced!
Home stereo systems are making a huge comeback. The turntable is back, cassette players are back! Many people are longing once again for a home stereo system that has music playing options with that great big sound many loved so well! Even though some of the tech-speak that might seem a little foreign to some of the older generations and is hard to understand, the newer generation generally knows exactly what it’s all about!
Check out the list below that encompasses some of the very best modern home stereo systems on the market today. You don’t have to be a technologically savvy geek to have one of the stereo systems to enhance your home with the best quality in musical sounds!
Sharp XL-BH250 5-Disc Micro Shelf Speaker System
This nice 2 speaker system works with AC or battery power and seels for around $212. It has a digital AM/FM tuner with 40 presets. The CD player works with CD-RW, CD-R MP3’s, and WMA. It has Bluetooth streaming that works with all Android and Apple products. It has a handy remote included and headphone output. With this system you can connect external devices using USB or the system’s optical input and output and can pair Bluetooth-enabled products.
Bose Wave SoundTouch Music System IV
Although this system might be a little pricey for some at $599, Bose is one of the best and most trusted brand names out there. Never let a small Bose speaker fool you. These speakers have Bose wavequide technology and provide a room full of great sound. They are always loud and clear. With this system, you can enjoy your stored music library, CDs, AM/FM radio, Internet radio, and online music services. It works with Alexa, but that device is sold separately.
The system connects wirelessly to your WI-FI network and it is Bluetooth-enabled. The audio formats it supports are Apple Lossless, FLAC, WMA, AAC, and MP3. Its wireless network compatibility is 802.11 b/g/n. You will have one-touch access to music services like Pandora, Amazon Music, Spotify, Internet radio, and with your library playlists.
Jensen JTA-475B
If you are looking for a nice home stereo with lots of options for about $150, then this Jenson unit might be right for you. It comes with the much sought after turntable with 3 speeds and is belt-driven. It also plays CDs, cassettes, and has AM/FM radio. It has the auxiliary jack that you need for connecting your MP3, iPod, and other digital audio players.
The speaker system has the bass boost and the blue back-lit LCD. It comes with remote control. There are RCA outline jacks and a headphone jack. It comes with a dust cover for the turntable. The output is 2x2W RMS.
LG CK43 Watt Hi-Fi Shelf System
For about $150, if you want a system that has standard analog stereo auxiliary input along with a USB port so you can play digital music too. You can use the Bluetooth capabilities to stream music from a smartphone or other compatible devices. Use the EZ file search dials and readout on the LED panel to search tracks and folders. Sound sync wireless is a nice alternative to hardwired external speakers. The CK43 supports Bluetooth audio connection to add a larger sound to TVs.
Yamaha MCR-B020BL Micro Component System
For about $199, you can buy this nice micro component system. The speakers put out 30 watts of power. It comes with a CD player and AM/FM radio. It has Bluetooth wireless streaming and an Aux input so you can connect to a computer or music player. It has a USB port where you can charge a mobile device. It comes with remote control for easy access to functions.
Sony All-In-One Micro Music Hi-Fi Stereo System
Sony has had a long history of producing great products and for about $240, you can purchase this Sony stereo system for the home. It comes with remote control for easy function change. It comes with AM/FM antenna, speaker pads, speaker cable, Aux cable, and cleaning cloth. You get dynamic sound from the speakers and the system will fit almost anywhere in your home. It has selective bass boost that and adjustable bass and treble.
With this system, you can stream your audio through Bluetooth and compatible devices like a smartphone, digital music player, tablet, and computer. It has built-in AAC and apt-X codec to prevent sound loss when streaming wirelessly. Listen to favorite AM/FM stations with 30 station preset capabilities. You can also play your favorite CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RW discs. It will play MP3, WMA, and AAC audio files stored on USB devices. It also has a clock with separate play and a sleep timer.
Sharp CD-BH950 240W 5-Disc
For about $190, you can get this Sharp home stereo system. If you love to play your CDs, then perhaps you will love this system because it has a 5 disc tray. It works with CR-RW, CD-R, MP3s, and WMA. You also have Bluetooth streaming for all Android and Apple compatibility. You also have AM/FM radio with 40 presets. You get 2 x 5.12” and woofer, 2” tweeter. It comes with a headphone output and Audio line-in. It has a USB port and comes with remote control.