In my New Additions & Updated Family Pics thread (New Additions & Updated Pics) I recieved a few requests for all my Panasonics in one shot and some of the RX-C100. And I am here to oblige. See below and thanks for the interest!

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Originally posted by NED 209:
mmm, im falling more and more for the c100. will you take a shot of the rx tower?

Panafamily Pyramid Top To Bottom: RX-C50, RX-C60, RX-C45, RX-C300, RX-DT680, RX-C100, RX-CW55.


National RX-C100 In Pyramid

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Originally posted by rimmer36:
Hey os any chance of a close up of the rxc100 with the unit turned on, that would be bad ass.

National RX-C100 Powered Up


National RX-C100 Angle View


National RX-C100 Close Angle View


National RX-C100 Controls View


Maxell XL-IIS 100 On Top

Nice!!!

But I am still in wonder on how some say that a three piece is a boombox...

Don't be but they are not, even if some look good... on a shelf and stay there...

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Originally posted by bredgeo:
Nice!!!

But I am still in wonder on how some say that a three piece is a boombox...

Don't be but they are not, even if some look good... on a shelf and stay there...

I respectfully disagree. A boombox by definition from Merriam-Webster:

Main Entry: boom box/boombox/ghettoblaster
Function: noun
Date Incarnated: 1981 : a usually large portable stereophonic radio and tape or CD player.

And another point as these were released from mid to late 70's:




And if you really want to get technical you go back to the 50' and 60's when the majority of protable stereo's were three piece units whether it was a reel to reel, turntable or cassette. My point is that there is no true boundary, only what society has associated with the term. An RX-DT707 is still as much a boombox as a Conion C-100F. It meets the definition. Whether we like it or not even these wierd iPod dockboxes are a boombox as long as it takes batteries and is portable (most aren't) with some sort of handle. Is it classic? No. That's where you should clarify what is a "classic" boombox versus some iPod dockbox. And, yes, by the examples I've provided...my RX-C100 is a "classic" boombox.

Oldskool it looks like that poor RX-CW55 on the bottom of the stack got squished under the weight.


Nice stack of panasonic boxes!

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I respectfully disagree. A boombox by definition from Merriam-Webster:

Main Entry: boom box/boombox/ghettoblaster
Function: noun
Date Incarnated: 1981 : a usually large portable stereophonic radio and tape or CD player.

Yes, yes... I understand, but that is a book, a book to guide... to give image. My image is not three piece.

I used to have one at the age of of 18 to 21 and could not accept it as "IT" even if a book says it is...

Don't get me wrong, I could be right by your side agreeing to that at the MAX! But for me it is not a Bbox. It is just me, it is in the mind, it just HAS TO BE a solid unit. That is all, just me

This said, I would LOVE an M1... but it would not be a "BOX" 'cos it is a three piece, see what I mean????????

Nice idea to compare sizes. I discovered how much bigger is the CX-100 against the DT680.
I though the DT680 was bigger.

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Originally posted by bredgeo:
Don't get me wrong, I could be right by your side agreeing to that at the MAX! But for me it is not a Bbox. It is just me, it is in the mind, it just HAS TO BE a solid unit. That is all, just me

This said, I would LOVE an M1... but it would not be a "BOX" 'cos it is a three piece, see what I mean????????

I understand completely. I think what we have here is "definition by personal preference". Nothing wrong with that. Also note though, that I provided pics of two units and referenced what were the first portables out there. Those very early three piecers may not have been called "boombox" but they were the granddaddy's to what we have now.

Hey oldskool, since you have both the RX-DT680 and the RX-C100 hows the sound quality, does the RX-DT680 beats the RX-C100?

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Originally posted by ford93:
Hey oldskool, since you have both the RX-DT680 and the RX-C100 hows the sound quality, does the RX-DT680 beats the RX-C100?

Looks like it's time for a thorough review. I tell you what, I will be posting reviews about once a month. My first comparo will be the RX-C100 vs. RX-DT680. Stay "tuned"! (Can you do that on a website? )

Only if the 680 is better!

well to me its a boombox i can take it to the beach take the speakers off and point it in the direction i want the sound to be at any direction cant do that with a one piece and i can use batteries, so there are some that are home bound cannot take it with you so those would be the ones that are home stereo. i belive they where in fact maybe thinking enclosed speakers in a box portable and sound comparable to a home stereo they might seam a little different in looks but i still consider it a boombox that my 2 cents .....

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Originally posted by MasterBlaster84:
Oldskool it looks like that poor RX-CW55 on the bottom of the stack got squished under the weight.


Nice stack of panasonic boxes!

I've had this since 1991 while in the military so it is well trained and in great physical shape!

hey ford --
if i were you i would put me on your ignore list
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-- and wait for the extensive, professional review by oldskool--

but in case you cant wait - and need the shorty answer right now -::

well -
the 680 has a surprisingly good quality output -- but the C100 has much more power and thus a deeper stronger base --its just more 'true' sounding

Why thank you Red, hey I haven't forgotten your request I've been too busy with hooking up a new item for my DJ system. I'll get to it soon and give you the results!

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Originally posted by bredgeo:
Nice!!!

But I am still in wonder on how some say that a three piece is a boombox...

Don't be but they are not, even if some look good... on a shelf and stay there...

I get your point Bredgeo!
Maybe we should call them Boomcomponents or something like that since they are actually three boxes latched together.

I'm a one piece fan but I do have several of the 3 piece units because they are pretty cool.

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Originally posted by MasterBlaster84:
I get your point Bredgeo!

And what of my argument and examples MB?

yeap thats what i am talking about i love them too i got the c50 c60 c52 my favorite the c50 sheer small size but sound wise awesome.

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Originally posted by oldskool69:

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Originally posted by MasterBlaster84:
I get your point Bredgeo!

And what of my argument and examples MB?

Oldskool I'm not taking sides or agreeing with either of you, I'm staying neutral right now.

I was just telling Bredgeo I can see his argument against calling them a boom"BOX" and he does have a point. Since they are called boomboxes by most I think it's up to non believers to make their case against calling them boomboxes.

Really doesn't matter to me because to each his own and if you want to call them boomboxes and somebody else want's to call them fence posts I say go for it.

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Originally posted by oldskool69:
In my New Additions & Updated Family Pics thread (New Additions & Updated Pics) I recieved a few requests for all my Panasonics in one shot and some of the RX-C100. And I am here to oblige. See below and thanks for the interest!

quote:

Originally posted by NED 209:
mmm, im falling more and more for the c100. will you take a shot of the rx tower?

Panafamily Pyramid Top To Bottom: RX-C50, RX-C60, RX-C45, RX-C300, RX-DT680, RX-C100, RX-CW55.


National RX-C100 In Pyramid

quote:

Originally posted by rimmer36:
Hey os any chance of a close up of the rxc100 with the unit turned on, that would be bad ass.

National RX-C100 Powered Up


National RX-C100 Angle View


National RX-C100 Close Angle View


National RX-C100 Controls View


Maxell XL-IIS 100 On Top

Thanks OS she looks a peach indeed they all do. spiffing

nice. thanks

I like that RX-C100 more every time I see it.
Thanks for the great pics oldskool.

RX-C100!!!!!! I want one of those soooo baaaddd!!!! I've been searching ebay everyday for the past month and have yet to find one. I'll just keep on looking. Hopefully, I can eventually score one for a decent price.

Thanks for the nice pics. We really do appreciate it.

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Originally posted by kvmoore:
RX-C100!!!!!! I want one of those soooo baaaddd!!!! I've been searching ebay everyday for the past month and have yet to find one. I'll just keep on looking. Hopefully, I can eventually score one for a decent price.

Thanks for the nice pics. We really do appreciate it.

Go to thefor sale section of the site. One of our members (redbenjoe) has one there for sale if it hasn't sold yet.

Thanks oldskool69!!!!! I'll check that out.