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Radiosophy in trouble?

radioskeptic said:
Radiosophy was formed expressly to market "HD" radios, and it hasn't been easy for them Gee, I wonder why!!!

Anyway, you might want to listen to (or read) the story that ran on NPR's "Morning Edition" on Thursday:
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=12091960
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"Another good sign, for Nail especially, is that the financial stress is no longer so bad that she throws up every morning." :D

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=12091960

"Sound Advice: HD Radio a less than compelling product"

"If a $69 HD Radio does indeed exist, at $69 the speakers and electronics behind it are likely to be of poor quality, which will compromise sound quality so much that any potential performance benefits from the HD Radio will be obscured or wiped out altogether... That said, I don't find HD Radio to be that compelling."

http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/07174/796489-96.stm

Great reviews, hugh ? They'll be throwing up again, when the radio-geeks finish buying the cheap junk HD100 ! :D
 
PocketRadio, we all know where you stand on HD radio, but do you realize their situation is no different than almost two thirds of new business started? My best friend, who is heavily involved in business, (who has a couple of degrees I might add in that sector) had cautioned me years ago, when I was thinking of going into my own business, that almost 65 to 70 percent of "small" new businesses starting out will fail within five years. So while one can question, why they limited themselves to solely one defined product area, the fact is the first few years are very challenging for most new businesses.
While I have no idea if HD will succeed, I can honestly tell you Radiosophy's customer service has been top notch, and for me the HD100 has addressed a type of programming that was not previously available to me.
One final point, their product HD100 is a decent radio for what it is marketed as (low entry level). (I said decent, not spectacular) Many other non-HD radios are on the same level, for the same size exhibit the same quality etc. My belief is they would should also market a high end version. When people purchase radios, and electronics today, they purchase with specific requirements in mind, whether it be high end or low end. Radiosophy has limited themselves to the one end of the spectrum, and that can hurt them. Just my opinion. John E B
 
They should try their hand at manufacturing combination HD Radio, MP3 CD and Cassette Boomboxes. They might do well with those.
 
Actually, the article saddens me quite a bit. You all know I'm not a big fan of this technology, but I hate to see people have their life's dreams ruined. I'd feel the same way if someone was forced to take their station dark in an effort to "thin the herd" as some have suggested. Yes, you can say "they knew what they were getting into before they did it." Thats probably true, but it is no less of a tragedy when seen from the other side.
 
Radiosophy has been nothing but great on the phone with product support. I have spoken to Sue herself, a very pleasant and consumer first company.

If HD survives, I hope Radiosophy reaps the biggest rewards.
 
wgliradio said:
Radiosophy has been nothing but great on the phone with product support. I have spoken to Sue herself, a very pleasant and consumer first company.

If HD survives, I hope Radiosophy reaps the biggest rewards.
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I agree, as I have spoken directly with Bill. Top notch customer support is hard to find these days. They deserve to reap the rewards of their efforts, whether it be in HD or some other avenue. I would definitely consider them as a source if they decide to branch out to other product. John E B
 
Well, they haven't folded their tent yet. Maybe this tabletop radio for $99.00 will turn the corner for them. But I still maintain that the tabletop radio is a losing form factor. If HD-Radio is so good then it invites critical listening and who does that on a second radio in a bedroom or kitchen?

If I had been Radiosophy, right out of the gate I would have introduced a combination iPod dock, CD player, HD-Radio (with AMS). Any audio entertainment device for the home that does not accommodate the iPod or a similar MP3 player is going to end up unsold.

db
 
dbdigital said:
Well, they haven't folded their tent yet. Maybe this tabletop radio for $99.00 will turn the corner for them. But I still maintain that the tabletop radio is a losing form factor. If HD-Radio is so good then it invites critical listening and who does that on a second radio in a bedroom or kitchen?

If I had been Radiosophy, right out of the gate I would have introduced a combination iPod dock, CD player, HD-Radio (with AMS). Any audio entertainment device for the home that does not accommodate the iPod or a similar MP3 player is going to end up unsold.

db
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I hope they survive. I do not wish financial hardship on anyone. If you look through the radio department at places like Best Buy, Circuit City, Fry's, or even Wal-mart, you will see that an overwhelming majority of radios have ipod docks. I'll bet that there is a reason for that.
 
Chuck said:
dbdigital said:
Well, they haven't folded their tent yet. Maybe this tabletop radio for $99.00 will turn the corner for them. But I still maintain that the tabletop radio is a losing form factor. If HD-Radio is so good then it invites critical listening and who does that on a second radio in a bedroom or kitchen?

If I had been Radiosophy, right out of the gate I would have introduced a combination iPod dock, CD player, HD-Radio (with AMS). Any audio entertainment device for the home that does not accommodate the iPod or a similar MP3 player is going to end up unsold.

db
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I hope they survive. I do not wish financial hardship on anyone. If you look through the radio department at places like Best Buy, Circuit City, Fry's, or even Wal-mart, you will see that an overwhelming majority of radios have ipod docks. I'll bet that there is a reason for that.
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I wish them the best also. But, as you know, they are up against some heavy-hitters such as BA, JVC and Sony who either have the financial strength to weather a poor-selling product and/or have a diverse range of products so that if one is selling poorly the impact can be spread among other products that are doing well.

Predicting the buying trends of fickle consumers is a huge gamble anyway and one that I would be reluctant to make on just a single product.

db
 
I also hope Radiosophy makes it through, but the odd's are against them.

It is refreshing to know their support is of high quality and caliber. I have always believed that the current business models of paying a person that represents your company minimum wage is not a sound way to do business. They are quite possibly the first and most influential person that the customers will interact with and a minimum wage person may not present your company in the most positive light and may not provide the assistance the customers deserve.

Make a great product and support it with a great service. That equation, even if it isn't full proof, is a great way to start. If nothing else your company will be remembered for that.
 
MasterTheseus said:
Make a great product and support it with a great service. That equation, even if it isn't full proof, is a great way to start. If nothing else your company will be remembered for that.
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I certainly agree. It's to bad that concept is foreign to a lot of companies these days.
 
I have a HD 100 in my kitchen. AM sounds great on it. KYW and WPHT have no static. I also like to be able to get some new HD-2 stations. In Philly, WXPN took what used to be Y-100 and now has alt rock Y-rock on 'XPN-2
 
Bill_W said:
I have a HD 100 in my kitchen. AM sounds great on it. KYW and WPHT have no static. I also like to be able to get some new HD-2 stations. In Philly, WXPN took what used to be Y-100 and now has alt rock Y-rock on 'XPN-2
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WXPN is a kick-azz station! When I did 2-1/2 yrs at Boeing in Ridley Park, that was the only station worth it's weight in gold. ;) I mean they introduce a lot of good musicians way ahead of any rotation on the corporate stations, sometimes like 6 months ahead from what I've been listening and reading on R&R... I listened to them on the internet just to get the latest music. Great station! :D

Radiopilot
 
johneb2johneb2 said:
I agree, as I have spoken directly with Bill. Top notch customer support is hard to find these days. They deserve to reap the rewards of their efforts, whether it be in HD or some other avenue. I would definitely consider them as a source if they decide to branch out to other product. John E B
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I'd buy their radios because I think they're good analog performers vs Sangean for the dollar and would rather see them get a buck off it than Sony, Samsung, Panasonic or some other mega-billionaire company.
 
dbdigital said:
Chuck said:
dbdigital said:
Well, they haven't folded their tent yet. Maybe this tabletop radio for $99.00 will turn the corner for them. But I still maintain that the tabletop radio is a losing form factor. If HD-Radio is so good then it invites critical listening and who does that on a second radio in a bedroom or kitchen?

If I had been Radiosophy, right out of the gate I would have introduced a combination iPod dock, CD player, HD-Radio (with AMS). Any audio entertainment device for the home that does not accommodate the iPod or a similar MP3 player is going to end up unsold.

db
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I hope they survive. I do not wish financial hardship on anyone. If you look through the radio department at places like Best Buy, Circuit City, Fry's, or even Wal-mart, you will see that an overwhelming majority of radios have ipod docks. I'll bet that there is a reason for that.
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I wish them the best also. But, as you know, they are up against some heavy-hitters such as BA, JVC and Sony who either have the financial strength to weather a poor-selling product and/or have a diverse range of products so that if one is selling poorly the impact can be spread among other products that are doing well.

Predicting the buying trends of fickle consumers is a huge gamble anyway and one that I would be reluctant to make on just a single product.

db
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You need to understand where their deep pockets come from.
 
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