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Philips BoomBox CD/FM/DAB
AZB500/79
$219
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Product Overview
Key Features
- CD player and radio with FM stereo and DAB/DAB+
- Dynamic Bass Boost for deep and dramatic sound
- LCD info display for easy track navigation
- Audio-in for portable music playback
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Philips
- Model Number:
- AZB500/79
- Battery:
- 6x LR14
- Display:
- LCD, Info display
Audio
- Radio:
- FM Stereo, DAB/DAB+
Connections
- Connections:
- Wired 3.5mm Jack
General Information
- Type:
- CD Player & Radio
- Colour:
- Black
- Additional Features:
- Dynamic Bass Boost for deep and dramatic sound, CD Shuffle/Repeat for personalized music enjoyment, Audio-in for easy portable music playback, Plays CD, CD-R and CD-RW discs
- What's In The Box:
- AC power cord, User manual, Warranty certificate
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Audio
- Radio:
- FM Stereo, DAB/DAB+
General Information
- Type:
- CD Player & Radio
- Colour:
- Black
- Additional Features:
- Dynamic Bass Boost for deep and dramatic sound, CD Shuffle/Repeat for personalized music enjoyment, Audio-in for easy portable music playback, Plays CD, CD-R and CD-RW discs
- What's In The Box:
- AC power cord, User manual, Warranty certificate
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 240
- Product Width (mm):
- 300
- Product Depth (mm):
- 133
- Product Weight (kg):
- 2
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 275
- Box Width (mm):
- 326
- Box Depth (mm):
- 158
- Box Weight (kg):
- 2
Product Reviews of Philips BoomBox CD/FM/DAB
Overall Rating Snapshot
3.7 out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
73% of users recommend this product
Perfect for my needs
The player is easy to use, well priced and the sound is reasonably good. I live in a unit and have some CD's that I cannot get online eg spotify: so it's nice to be able to hear them again.
Maria
Confirmed purchase 19 January 2025
Published on 12 February 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Very good excellent sound lovely to listen to inbes at night
Dee graham
Confirmed purchase 26 May 2023
Published on 27 June 2023
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Very good but didnt get my t extra three warrenty on my paperwork salesperson was amazing so thats a whole bunch
Dee graham
Confirmed purchase 26 May 2023
Published on 9 June 2023
Yes, I recommend this product.
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A good multi-function unit
The DAB station setup was automatic, CD player works as intended. A useful extra feature would be Bluetooth to an external speaker.
Stephen
Confirmed purchase 20 March 2023
Published on 11 April 2023
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Small enough to carry around but big enough to have good sound
East to use and provides good sound. Good value for money.
Tony Miller
Confirmed purchase 11 March 2023
Published on 26 March 2023
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Awesome
Great to carry everywhere
Colleen Williams
Confirmed purchase 16 January 2023
Published on 31 January 2023
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Brilliant Sound
Compact CD Radio player with excellent sound
Annie P
Confirmed purchase 26 December 2022
Published on 10 January 2023
Yes, I recommend this product.
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VERY LOW MAX VOLUME. POOR QUALITY SOUND
Brian Delahaye
Confirmed purchase 11 March 2022
Published on 9 June 2022
Check out what this reviewer thought after the first 3-6 months.
Great sound
Easy to use
Wayne rivers
Confirmed purchase 21 April 2022
Published on 5 May 2022
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 19 April 2022
Published on 4 May 2022
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
The Philips BoomBox CD/FM/DAB is a straightforward portable radio and CD player designed for casual listening at home, in a bedroom or outdoors. Its main strengths are DAB and FM radio access, CD playback and bass boost for fuller sound. It suits families and everyday listeners more than audiophiles. One limitation is that it lacks modern wireless streaming options such as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
What it’s great for
- Everyday Listening
- Radio Playback
- CD Collections
- Kids' Rooms
- Casual Music Use
Where it works best
- Home
- Bedroom
- Kitchen
- Patio
- Small Gatherings
Who it’s for
- Everyday Listener
- Family Household
- CD Owner
- Senior User
- Child or Teen
Things to consider
This model is best for simple radio and CD playback, but it is less versatile than premium portable speakers or radios that add Bluetooth, app control or smart features.
Emergency suitability
Limited - useful for DAB and FM radio updates, but it is not a specialist emergency radio and no weatherproofing or backup-power details are provided.
Portability rating
7/10 - built as a portable stereo system, though it is larger than compact personal radios.
Ease of use score
8/10 - simple radio and CD functions make it approachable for everyday users.
Battery endurance rating
5/10 - designed for music on the go, but battery-life details are not provided.
Reception quality score
8/10 - DAB and FM support gives good listening flexibility where broadcast coverage is strong.
Key benefits
- DAB Radio: Gives you access to digital radio stations with easy everyday listening.
- FM Radio: Lets you tune into familiar local stations where FM coverage is available.
- CD Playback: Useful for playing existing CD collections without needing streaming services.
- Portable Stereo Design: Makes it easier to move your music between rooms or take it outside.
- Dynamic Bass Boost: Adds stronger low-end impact for fuller sound at the press of a button.
- CD Shuffle/Repeat: Helps personalise playback for background listening or repeated favourites.
Q: Is the Philips BoomBox CD/FM/DAB a better fit for radio listening or for CDs?
A: Yes, if radio is a priority this model is the more flexible option because it includes both DAB and FM as well as CD playback. That gives digital radio where DAB coverage is available, with FM as a fallback if a station is not on DAB.
Q: What does multi-type CD playback mean on the Philips AZB500/79?
A: It means this unit is designed to play more than one CD format rather than only standard music CDs. The page does not list every supported disc type, so buyers using recordable or specialised discs should confirm exact format compatibility before purchase.
Q: Does DAB make a noticeable difference compared with using FM on this boombox?
A: Yes, DAB can give cleaner reception and easier station selection than FM when digital coverage is strong in the area. This model also keeps FM, which matters if local stations are not broadcast on DAB or indoor reception is better on analogue radio.
Q: Is Dynamic Bass Boost useful if you usually listen at lower volume?
A: Yes, that is one of the main reasons to use it. Philips states Dynamic Bass Boost lifts bass across the volume range, which helps low-end sound stay fuller when listening quietly, instead of sounding thin as the volume is turned down.
Q: Can this Philips boombox vary the order of tracks when playing CDs?
A: Yes, it includes CD Shuffle and Repeat, so tracks do not have to play only in album order every time. That is useful for longer listening sessions and for replaying a favourite disc without manually restarting or selecting tracks again.