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I don't know much about SAT radio.
Is XM the better choice than Sirius? Are they very different?
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You ask the age-old question that has been debated on this board since it came into existence.
One might also ask how do you feel about Coke vs Pepsi? Wal Mart and Target?
I'd suggest you take some time and go over the archive of postings on this board
and see what it has to offer.
Then, to see what comments have been made regarding Sirius, do the same with the Sirius board.
Visit the respective websites for both services and do some research.
Sure, some folks will tell you one IS better than the other, but remember, you get what you pay for.
(BTW...I have XM, and prefer Pepsi.)
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Is XM the better choice than Sirius? Are they very different?
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You ask the age-old question that has been debated on this board since it came into existence.
One might also ask how do you feel about Coke vs Pepsi? Wal Mart and Target?
I'd suggest you take some time and go over the archive of postings on this board
and see what it has to offer.
Then, to see what comments have been made regarding Sirius, do the same with the Sirius board.
Visit the respective websites for both services and do some research.
Sure, some folks will tell you one IS better than the other, but remember, you get what you pay for.
(BTW...I have XM, and prefer Pepsi.)
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> I just bought a new car, and received built-in XM satellite
> radio as
> part of the package. I don't know much about SAT radio. Is
> XM the better
> choice than Sirius? Are they very different?
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> radio as
> part of the package. I don't know much about SAT radio. Is
> XM the better
> choice than Sirius? Are they very different?
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Yes, that has to be the most debated subject on all sat. radio boards. Good advice. Check out www.xm411.com and www.xmfan.com, and then check out www.siriusbackstage.com and you'll find plenty of comments about what people like and dislike about each service.
Personally, I have both services, but I have always preferred the programming on Sirius over XM's. To me, Sirius's programming is much more focused and mainstream and "easier" to listen to. XM tends to be much more eclectic with more off the wall and unknown stuff across the board. I like some of the specials and features on XM, but as far as overall, day to day listening, I prefer the Sirius approach.
But as you'll discover, each person has his own opinion on this, and it really comes down to which type of approach you personally prefer. As I said, I like the more "hit" based, mainstream approach of Sirius, but others like the more challenging, eclectic style of XM. I like Sirius, because it takes what is good on FM and makes it better. (no commercials, better sound, more formats, etc.) I wasn't looking for someone to "reinvent the wheel", as it seems XM wants to do. I like that Sirus seems to have taken what works and people are used to and made it better. Anyway, as I said, check them both out and see what you think. For me though, it's Sirius most of the time, with XM as the icing on the cake for specials and so forth.
Personally, I have both services, but I have always preferred the programming on Sirius over XM's. To me, Sirius's programming is much more focused and mainstream and "easier" to listen to. XM tends to be much more eclectic with more off the wall and unknown stuff across the board. I like some of the specials and features on XM, but as far as overall, day to day listening, I prefer the Sirius approach.
But as you'll discover, each person has his own opinion on this, and it really comes down to which type of approach you personally prefer. As I said, I like the more "hit" based, mainstream approach of Sirius, but others like the more challenging, eclectic style of XM. I like Sirius, because it takes what is good on FM and makes it better. (no commercials, better sound, more formats, etc.) I wasn't looking for someone to "reinvent the wheel", as it seems XM wants to do. I like that Sirus seems to have taken what works and people are used to and made it better. Anyway, as I said, check them both out and see what you think. For me though, it's Sirius most of the time, with XM as the icing on the cake for specials and so forth.
> I don't know much about SAT radio.
> Is XM the better choice than Sirius? Are they very
> different?
========> ============================================================
>
>
> You ask the age-old question that has been debated on this
> board since it came into existence.
>
> One might also ask how do you feel about Coke vs Pepsi? Wal
> Mart and Target?
>
> I'd suggest you take some time and go over the archive of
> postings on this board
> and see what it has to offer.
>
> Then, to see what comments have been made regarding Sirius,
> do the same with the Sirius board.
>
> Visit the respective websites for both services and do some
> research.
>
> Sure, some folks will tell you one IS better than the other,
> but remember, you get what you pay for.
>
> (BTW...I have XM, and prefer Pepsi.)
>
Based on what you are saying, it sounds like they are very similar
in what they offer, and you have to look for the particulars to
see if you would prefer one service vs. the other. My first impression
is that you can find any type of music you want on there. And I like
the way they are grouped together to make it easy to find the style
you want. Now, I guess it's just about picking a station within a
style that suits your taste.
Also, I always wondered if I would miss the local flavor of broadcast
radio. I guess I'll find out.
> Is XM the better choice than Sirius? Are they very
> different?
========> ============================================================
>
>
> You ask the age-old question that has been debated on this
> board since it came into existence.
>
> One might also ask how do you feel about Coke vs Pepsi? Wal
> Mart and Target?
>
> I'd suggest you take some time and go over the archive of
> postings on this board
> and see what it has to offer.
>
> Then, to see what comments have been made regarding Sirius,
> do the same with the Sirius board.
>
> Visit the respective websites for both services and do some
> research.
>
> Sure, some folks will tell you one IS better than the other,
> but remember, you get what you pay for.
>
> (BTW...I have XM, and prefer Pepsi.)
>
Based on what you are saying, it sounds like they are very similar
in what they offer, and you have to look for the particulars to
see if you would prefer one service vs. the other. My first impression
is that you can find any type of music you want on there. And I like
the way they are grouped together to make it easy to find the style
you want. Now, I guess it's just about picking a station within a
style that suits your taste.
Also, I always wondered if I would miss the local flavor of broadcast
radio. I guess I'll find out.
> Yes, that has to be the most debated subject on all sat.
> radio boards. Good advice. Check out www.xm411.com and
> www.xmfan.com, and then check out www.siriusbackstage.com
> and you'll find plenty of comments about what people like
> and dislike about each service.
> Personally, I have both services, but I have always
> preferred the programming on Sirius over XM's. To me,
> Sirius's programming is much more focused and mainstream and
> "easier" to listen to. XM tends to be much more eclectic
> with more off the wall and unknown stuff across the board.
> I like some of the specials and features on XM, but as far
> as overall, day to day listening, I prefer the Sirius
> approach.
> But as you'll discover, each person has his own opinion
> on this, and it really comes down to which type of approach
> you personally prefer. As I said, I like the more "hit"
> based, mainstream approach of Sirius, but others like the
> more challenging, eclectic style of XM. I like Sirius,
> because it takes what is good on FM and makes it better. (no
> commercials, better sound, more formats, etc.) I wasn't
> looking for someone to "reinvent the wheel", as it seems XM
> wants to do. I like that Sirus seems to have taken what
> works and people are used to and made it better. Anyway,
> as I said, check them both out and see what you think. For
> me though, it's Sirius most of the time, with XM as the
> icing on the cake for specials and so forth.
>
This is very helpful. Thanks!
> radio boards. Good advice. Check out www.xm411.com and
> www.xmfan.com, and then check out www.siriusbackstage.com
> and you'll find plenty of comments about what people like
> and dislike about each service.
> Personally, I have both services, but I have always
> preferred the programming on Sirius over XM's. To me,
> Sirius's programming is much more focused and mainstream and
> "easier" to listen to. XM tends to be much more eclectic
> with more off the wall and unknown stuff across the board.
> I like some of the specials and features on XM, but as far
> as overall, day to day listening, I prefer the Sirius
> approach.
> But as you'll discover, each person has his own opinion
> on this, and it really comes down to which type of approach
> you personally prefer. As I said, I like the more "hit"
> based, mainstream approach of Sirius, but others like the
> more challenging, eclectic style of XM. I like Sirius,
> because it takes what is good on FM and makes it better. (no
> commercials, better sound, more formats, etc.) I wasn't
> looking for someone to "reinvent the wheel", as it seems XM
> wants to do. I like that Sirus seems to have taken what
> works and people are used to and made it better. Anyway,
> as I said, check them both out and see what you think. For
> me though, it's Sirius most of the time, with XM as the
> icing on the cake for specials and so forth.
>
This is very helpful. Thanks!
Another location to ask other folks questions about satellite radio is:
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> I just bought a new car, and received built-in XM satellite
> radio as
> part of the package. I don't know much about SAT radio. Is
> XM the better
> choice than Sirius? Are they very different?
>
Beamer,
Here's a site that me be helpful-it is a side by side comparison:
http://www.radiosatellite.org/
The XM cost is the same as Sirius now.
> radio as
> part of the package. I don't know much about SAT radio. Is
> XM the better
> choice than Sirius? Are they very different?
>
Beamer,
Here's a site that me be helpful-it is a side by side comparison:
http://www.radiosatellite.org/
The XM cost is the same as Sirius now.
> I just bought a new car, and received built-in XM satellite
> radio as
> part of the package. I don't know much about SAT radio. Is
> XM the better
> choice than Sirius? Are they very different?
Let's answer the easy question first. When it comes to how different the two services are, it depends on the channel. The playlists seem pretty similar, but, when it comes to presentation, some sound much the same while others sound quite different. Sirius has more channels that sound like an actual terrestrial radio station while XM has more of the automated jukeboxes, though both are heavily voicetracked.
As for which choice is better, it, once again, boils down to what you like. There are some channels where I prefer XM to Sirius and vice-versa. For example, I prefer XM when it comes to most of the decade channels, but I find Sirius Gold to be better than the 50's on 5 and 60's Vibrations (Sirius) to be better than the 60's on 6.
> radio as
> part of the package. I don't know much about SAT radio. Is
> XM the better
> choice than Sirius? Are they very different?
Let's answer the easy question first. When it comes to how different the two services are, it depends on the channel. The playlists seem pretty similar, but, when it comes to presentation, some sound much the same while others sound quite different. Sirius has more channels that sound like an actual terrestrial radio station while XM has more of the automated jukeboxes, though both are heavily voicetracked.
As for which choice is better, it, once again, boils down to what you like. There are some channels where I prefer XM to Sirius and vice-versa. For example, I prefer XM when it comes to most of the decade channels, but I find Sirius Gold to be better than the 50's on 5 and 60's Vibrations (Sirius) to be better than the 60's on 6.
> I just bought a new car, and received built-in XM satellite
> radio as
> part of the package. I don't know much about SAT radio. Is
> XM the better
> choice than Sirius? Are they very different?
>
I am thinking of getting satellite radio soon and the basis of my choice will be who has better liberal talk programming. I know XM has Air America and Sirius doesn't, so I'm leaning towards XM.
> radio as
> part of the package. I don't know much about SAT radio. Is
> XM the better
> choice than Sirius? Are they very different?
>
I am thinking of getting satellite radio soon and the basis of my choice will be who has better liberal talk programming. I know XM has Air America and Sirius doesn't, so I'm leaning towards XM.
Well since this is the XM board...
I guess I should say XM is better than Sirius. However as other posters have copiously stated it's really all down to personal taste.
When I chose XM it was for a number of reasons.
1. I had an offer for discounted hardware because I petitioned to NPR via a website about their decision to remove Bob Edwards from Morning Edition. This was the thing that swayed me big time; at that time hardware was still in the $150 range for a Sky Fi 1 setup.
2. I'm ex-pat British, so the next choice was BBC access. Sirius has BBC World Service - the all news feed. XM has the General Service feed. The General Service has more variety, and although repeated to death 3-4 times a day it is less repetitive than the All News feed.
3. At that time it was cheaper - a tenner a month I thought.
Now if it was XM vs. Sirius now, I'd have to say the following:
1. XM hardware is cheaper than Sirius hardware - but the monthly cost for either service is the same.
2. Check out the programming. Are there certain programming offerings you must have? I find Air America programming interesting, so XM for me. However now that Sirius has added BBC Radio 1 - a UK _domestic_ station - to their line up, I am more curious about their programming and I might buy one of their entry model sets and have a look myself.
It's more a question of getting satellite radio or not, really. If you are looking for better audio quality than FM or even CD's then forget it; it's not going to happen. If you're looking for more choice - satellite's for you. If you hate retuning your radio on long road trips - satellite's for you. If you're in an area where there's dodgy or no FM reception - satellite's for you. If you're willing to part with $13 a month for the benefit of this extra choice then satellite's definitely for you.
Mark.
I guess I should say XM is better than Sirius. However as other posters have copiously stated it's really all down to personal taste.
When I chose XM it was for a number of reasons.
1. I had an offer for discounted hardware because I petitioned to NPR via a website about their decision to remove Bob Edwards from Morning Edition. This was the thing that swayed me big time; at that time hardware was still in the $150 range for a Sky Fi 1 setup.
2. I'm ex-pat British, so the next choice was BBC access. Sirius has BBC World Service - the all news feed. XM has the General Service feed. The General Service has more variety, and although repeated to death 3-4 times a day it is less repetitive than the All News feed.
3. At that time it was cheaper - a tenner a month I thought.
Now if it was XM vs. Sirius now, I'd have to say the following:
1. XM hardware is cheaper than Sirius hardware - but the monthly cost for either service is the same.
2. Check out the programming. Are there certain programming offerings you must have? I find Air America programming interesting, so XM for me. However now that Sirius has added BBC Radio 1 - a UK _domestic_ station - to their line up, I am more curious about their programming and I might buy one of their entry model sets and have a look myself.
It's more a question of getting satellite radio or not, really. If you are looking for better audio quality than FM or even CD's then forget it; it's not going to happen. If you're looking for more choice - satellite's for you. If you hate retuning your radio on long road trips - satellite's for you. If you're in an area where there's dodgy or no FM reception - satellite's for you. If you're willing to part with $13 a month for the benefit of this extra choice then satellite's definitely for you.
Mark.
> I just bought a new car, and received built-in XM satellite
> radio as
> part of the package. I don't know much about SAT radio. Is
> XM the better
> choice than Sirius? Are they very different?
>
I've had both and for my money XM is superior in the most important aspect. Sound quality. XM sounds like CD quality. Sirius sounds like bad FM. The sound is squishy with the high end compressed too much. Sounds like MP3's at a 96 bit rate. Hardly CD quality. I found it unlistenable. Sirius has too much repetition too. I love Deep Tracks and Soul St. Those are my two favorite stations.
> radio as
> part of the package. I don't know much about SAT radio. Is
> XM the better
> choice than Sirius? Are they very different?
>
I've had both and for my money XM is superior in the most important aspect. Sound quality. XM sounds like CD quality. Sirius sounds like bad FM. The sound is squishy with the high end compressed too much. Sounds like MP3's at a 96 bit rate. Hardly CD quality. I found it unlistenable. Sirius has too much repetition too. I love Deep Tracks and Soul St. Those are my two favorite stations.
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Re: Well since this is the XM board...
> 2. I'm ex-pat British, so the next choice was BBC access.
> Sirius has BBC World Service - the all news feed. XM has
> the General Service feed. The General Service has more
> variety, and although repeated to death 3-4 times a day it
> is less repetitive than the All News feed.
Ah, but Sirius now has Radio 1.
> 2. I'm ex-pat British, so the next choice was BBC access.
> Sirius has BBC World Service - the all news feed. XM has
> the General Service feed. The General Service has more
> variety, and although repeated to death 3-4 times a day it
> is less repetitive than the All News feed.
Ah, but Sirius now has Radio 1.
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