What gear to install in bathroom?

gdb
gdb Posts: 6,012
edited July 2011 in Electronics
I'm looking for recommendations for an "all in one" type of unit for playing CDs and radio w/presets for a bathroom remodel. The only thing I have so far is some Polk in-wall speakers. We previously used an Audiovox (don't laugh!) shelf system that sounds way better than you'd think it would.Remote controlability is the only major requirement,plus, more WPC than the old unit, to drive the new RC85i Polks !
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  • Joe08867
    Joe08867 Posts: 3,919
    edited July 2011
    The only radio I know of that sounds decent for a bathroom is the Tivoli iPal bathroom radio. It has an aux input for an mp3 player.

    I also know someone that used a Marine Car Stereo in his bathroom. Worked well and was real small.
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,537
    edited July 2011
    Do you have a man-rack filled with Guns & Ammo magazines and Cabelas catalogs?

    I do.
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  • EDUBAG
    EDUBAG Posts: 403
    edited July 2011
    why not the isonic from polk? a lot of the guys here like them and say that it sounds better than the loathed bose waveradio.

    just not sure if it plays cds? another option would be a nad or cambridge mini receiver that they offer it is very little and has cd player included, it would easily power your polk speakers.

    good luck.
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  • decal
    decal Posts: 3,205
    edited July 2011
    You spend enough time in the bathroom to justify the cost of a sound system? Just being nosey.
    If you can't hear a difference, don't waste your money.
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  • DollarDave
    DollarDave Posts: 2,575
    edited July 2011
    How about the mini system Sony that Doro has in the FM?
    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=121000

    Denon used to make a pretty cool one, too.
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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited July 2011
    decal wrote: »
    You spend enough time in the bathroom to justify the cost of a sound system? Just being nosey.

    Installing a Jacuzzi whirlpool tub for my wife to soak her tired bones in and I like to sing along with the Allman Bros. when I shower. The "system" won't exceed $600.00 (polks were only $149.99 from Newegg)I've looked at an NAD an Onkyo which range from $150.00 to $400.00 I think there's also a Denon that might work too. The old faithful Audiovox was only approx. $125.00 at Target.
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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited July 2011
    DaveMuell wrote: »
    How about the mini system Sony that Doro has in the FM?
    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=121000

    Denon used to make a pretty cool one, too.

    That's a nice system for a great price but, it's way too big and the speakers would go to waste. This Onk is more what I need/want sizewise and with 20+ WPC:smile:

    http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/ONKCR525S/ONKYO-CR-525-Mini-Reciever/CD-Player/1.html#!more
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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited July 2011
    EDUBAG wrote: »
    why not the isonic from polk? a lot of the guys here like them and say that it sounds better than the loathed bose waveradio.

    just not sure if it plays cds? another option would be a nad or cambridge mini receiver that they offer it is very little and has cd player included, it would easily power your polk speakers.

    good luck.

    I'd go that route IF I knew anything about MP3/Ipods etc. etc. :frown:
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited July 2011
    Actually I have a great idea. Just order the toilet seat that allows you to insert SD cards for mp3 playback. It not only plays music but it will turn on to heat your bun when your in range of the sensor, it will clean your rear when your done, it has the soft touch lid and never slams when closed, has an auto clean feature activated after every use, and more. The only thing you need to add is the magazine rack or just carry your e-reader in, done deal.

    http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/now_toilet_seats_with_mp3_players_the_toto_n5a.php

    I can send you one if you decide to go that route. Mine does all of the above minus the MP3 player.
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

    Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=73580
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  • stuwee
    stuwee Posts: 1,508
    edited July 2011
    decal wrote: »
    You spend enough time in the bathroom to justify the cost of a sound system? Just being nosey.

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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited July 2011
    Sherardp wrote: »
    Actually I have a great idea. Just order the toilet seat that allows you to insert SD cards for mp3 playback. It not only plays music but it will turn on to heat your bun when your in range of the sensor, it will clean your rear when your done, it has the soft touch lid and never slams when closed, has an auto clean feature activated after every use, and more. The only thing you need to add is the magazine rack or just carry your e-reader in, done deal.

    http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/now_toilet_seats_with_mp3_players_the_toto_n5a.php

    I can send you one if you decide to go that route. Mine does all of the above minus the MP3 player.

    Sherardp san, you've been in Japan a little too long, I think.
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  • TouchOfEvil
    TouchOfEvil Posts: 967
    edited July 2011
    i want a toilet seat like that lol.
    Living Room Rig:D
    Rotel RSP-1069/Rotel RMB-1095/Rotel-1072/Polk lsI15's W/modded xoverW/DBsubs/Polk LsiC/lsI7's/Klipsch sub-12"the weak link"/DLP Mitsubishi 65"
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  • fiero11
    fiero11 Posts: 23
    edited July 2011
    I get the need for a sound system in the bath...LOL...I just ran cable for the wife to watch tv while she soaks in our jacuzzi tub and installed a 13 in flat screen on the wall for her... now for the surround system ...LOL.
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  • DaveHo
    DaveHo Posts: 3,561
    edited July 2011
    How about a different approach. Do you have a 2 ch system in the master bdrm? Does the amp have a B speaker connection? Wire your in-wall Polks into this, pickup an IR-RF repeater & you're in business.

    -Dave
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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited July 2011
    The only A-B unit I have is in a different building, the wife won't use anything that's not extremely simple to operate, anyway.Therefore......my best stuff is safe from misuse !:biggrin: I've pretty much decided on an onkyo.
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