Stiletto 2 vs. XMP3.

[MAJ Badmotherfarker]

So I spent a year or so using the S2, then a year or so using the XMP3, now I'm playing with the S2 (as an mp3 player) again.

I have to admit, I really prefer the S2 mechanically. It's a little bigger, but the "feel" of it over all is way more smooth and solid. I think I got better battery life and didn't get all the "updating" hangups with the XMP3, but structurally the S2 seems far superior - especially with regards to the wheel. I've had several issues with the wheel on the XMP3, but my 2 year old S2 still feels like new.

 

[Grüpsaar]

That's interesting to hear. I only own the much older and bulkier Stiletto 10, and to me, the XMP3 just looks like a solidly built radio. But the S2 is a big improvement over what I have, so I can't really compare.

I am still trying to find a good deal on a stiletto 2 real cheap so I can upgrade, though

 

[syphix]

Thought you canceled SIRIUS XM?
http://www.digitalradiocentral.com/studio-lounge/5867-im-officially-cancelled.html

EDIT: ahh...saw you're using it only as an mp3 player...

 

[IdRatherBeSkiing]

I have only the SL2 and like it. The XMP3 looks cool but I can't justify having both or investing more money when my SL2 works great.

 

[acap]

I love my SL2.

 

[PWbandit]

I traded my iPod in for a S100 in 2005, and havent listened to terrestrial radio or my iPod since. great investment~

 

[nafddur]

I love my SL2.

Same here. And despite the lingering memory corruption shortcoming, the fact that I'm still on my original, 19 month old S2 (that gets many hours of use EVERY day) is testament to the fact that the Sirius receivers really are getting better.

However, trying to play the radio in my car dock while driving on a tree lined road yesterday (something I rarely do, since I usually listen to music on my micro SD card or recorded Stern shows), just reminded me of how far satellite radio has to go. Maybe it's just because I'm in such a rural area (30 miles south of Boston) where there are no repeaters. But if satellite radio is to survive, I still say the reception technology has to improve.

On open highways (rare in NE), my reception is fine. But just throw in a few tree branches or other minor obstructions, and the reception goes to hell. My daughter has the same situation with her SL10.

 

[ClubSteeler]

Same here. And despite the lingering memory corruption shortcoming, the fact that I'm still on my original, 19 month old S2 (that gets many hours of use EVERY day) is testament to the fact that the Sirius receivers really are getting better.

However, trying to play the radio in my car dock while driving on a tree lined road yesterday (something I rarely do, since I usually listen to music on my micro SD card or recorded Stern shows), just reminded me of how far satellite radio has to go. Maybe it's just because I'm in such a rural area (30 miles south of Boston) where there are no repeaters. But if satellite radio is to survive, I still say the reception technology has to improve.

On open highways (rare in NE), my reception is fine. But just throw in a few tree branches or other minor obstructions, and the reception goes to hell. My daughter has the same situation with her SL10.

You have an issue. I travel down tree-lined streets where you can barely see the sky without dropouts. I drove from FLA to PA with 2 dropouts, each dor like 2 seconds.

I am actually shocked about how few dropouts I get... SL100 with microdot.

I assume your antenna is on the roof? The microdots, on average, corrode after 2 years of use, you might need a new antenna. I get mine at TSS for a good price.