Why it's best: The Sony Muteki Hi-Fi Audio Mini Component System has 560 watts of total power pushing with dual 6.75-inch woofers. Its built-in iPod dock lets users play and charge an iPod while enjoying a library of music. The front AV inputs with Game Sync Mixing puts a twist on a gaming occurrence. The inputs can work with a MP3 player, PC, or other sources. And its 5-disc CD changer, radio tuner, and remote control complete the package. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
Why it's a best pick: Yamaha's shelf system, the MCR-730, is a 3-piece micro system that includes an integrated DVD player with a 1080-compatible HDMI output for DVD movies and digital TV broadcasts for HD quality. Its Divx Ultra Certified player has no problems with any DivX content, including DivX 6. It also plays off MP3, WMA, WMV and JPEG formatted disks. And its USB connection lets users hear music from flash drives. An optional Yamaha Universal iPod Dock gives users the ability to hear their iPods in high audio quality and operate it via the remote control. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
Why it's a best pick: The Sharp CD-SW340 is a mini component system with 500 watts total output and five CD multi-play changer, giving users plenty of power to hear all their favorite songs. Its full logic dual cassette deck gives even more flexibility. It’s compatible with CD-R/RW, MP3, WMA and includes an AM/FM Tuner with 40 presets. It also comes with a one-year warranty. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
Why it's a best pick: The Onkyo CS-325 is a mini audio system great for kids’ room, dorm rooms, offices, or small apartments. It plays Audio CDs, either burned at the original pressing or at home on CD-R or CD-RW discs. It plays burned MP3 CDs as well. An optional iPod dock also gives users more flexibility. The wide range amplifier technology has great dynamic range with smallest possible noise. 2-way speakers with 5-1/8-inch woofers and 1-1/8-inch ring drive tweeters give users great sound quality. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
Why it's a best pick: JVC's shelf system, the UX-LP5 fits the bill is a 3-piece micro system with a disc player that plays both CD and CD-RW and plays off MP3 and WMA formatted discs. Its flip-down iPod dock gives users their iPod music through the system's two speakers. Its remote control lets users select music off their iPod from across the room. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
