JVC RVB90 Urban Assault Kaboom (Green)

JVC RVB90 Urban Assault Kaboom (Green)
Manufacturer: JVC
Product Type: CE

Editorial Review:
Amazon.com Review
JVC wasn't kidding when it dubbed the RV-B90 the Urban Assault Kaboom. With its army green-and-black color scheme, tubular shape, rugged build, and heavy-duty shoulder strap (with a pouch for the remote), this boombox looks like it was built for many tours of duty. Instead, JVC has designed the Kaboom for the urban warrior--that is, one who wants to blast his or her way through the neighborhood with bass, not bullets.

The RV-B90's feature set is pretty decent. Its top-loading CD player uses a 1-bit digital-to-analog converter; the cassette deck features auto reverse with one-touch recording; the tuner boasts 30 FM and 15 AM station memories; and the boombox even offers a clock/timer with sleep and wake-up functions, a backlit LCD display, and remote control.

Using the RV-B90 is lots of fun--the CD and cassette wells actually lock shut with small black knobs. JVC's one-touch playback and the full-feature remote all worked intuitively and flawlessly.

The RV-B90 is the most serious boom box we've ever seen or heard at its price point--its sound is amazing, whether you look at it as a portable device or a home shelf system. For instance, most portables don't play very loud because they have wimpy speakers and amplifiers. This is clearly not the case with the RV-B90. Whether you're into alternative rock, hip-hop, or pipe organs, the RV-B90 pumps out an astonishing amount of dynamic bass. Fortunately, the midrange and highs are equally impressive--open, clean, and clear. The only thing we don't like about the RV-B90's sound is JVC's ACS (Active Clear Sound) circuit, which actually muddies the sound as opposed to making it clearer. Fortunately, this circuit is defeatable; we recommend leaving it off.

One caution with this boombox: the telescopic radio antenna is a bit fragile, so be careful not to snap it off when you're blasting down the road.

Assuming you don't mind looking like an urban assault warrior, JVC's RV-B90 Urban Assault Warrior Kaboom is one amazing portable music system. Although not inexpensive, when you add up its excellent features and serious sound, it equals a remarkable value.

Pros:

Huge sound
Serious bass response
1-touch recording
Remote control

Cons:

Too heavy and bulky to carry far
ACS (Active Clear Sound) actually muddies sound

Amazon.com Product Description
The JVC Urban Assault boombox fully lives up to its name. With a rugged tubular design, this sturdy boombox delivers ear-shattering sound and earth-shaking bass. You'll be the envy of the neighborhood with this portable CD, cassette, and AM/FM stereo player, which packs twin 6-1/2 inch super woofers with independent volume controls. A twist lock CD and cassette door holds your music firmly in place, while three preset equalization settings (beat, pop, and clear) help further maximize the sonic madness. This army green unit also comes with a remote control, which can be stored in the included shoulder strap. You can use the remote to program up to 20 different tracks, or choose random and repeat play functions. This boombox is built to last, and will crank out your tunes on the road, beach, or anywhere you want to bring the noise.

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