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General => General Discussion => Topic started by: flemtina on July 14, 2011, 08:08:18 PM
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I have been looking at what music 'device thingy' I should have in the camper to play music with. I am thinking of using an Ipod (save carrying heaps of CD's) but most docks run off 240V only. I know I could fit a car stereo into the camper but want the flexibility bring the music to the common drinking spot, rather than blasting it from where the camper is set up. Any idea's?
Flem
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We have our songs on a SD card plugged into the Nuvi. Hit play & tune any radio [within 10m or so]to the designated frequency & out comes the music.
Then again, we usually prefer the "sounds of the bush".
Regards
Hem
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We have our songs on a SD card plugged into the Nuvi. Hit play & tune any radio [within 10m or so]to the designated frequency & out comes the music.
Then again, we usually prefer the "sounds of the bush".
Regards
Hem
RAIN DROPS ARE FALLING ON MY HEAD
when camping with you that is >:D :-*
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RAIN DROPS ARE FALLING ON MY HEAD
when camping with you that is >:D :-*
Only when you organise the trip!!! Then again, looking a bit iffy & you are just a participant!!
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We never have music playing when we camp, except on the drive to and from. Have been thinking of getting a dock for an iPod, in case we're ever camped somewhere where our music wouldn't intrude on the serenity of others.
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We've got a Logitek thingy for the ipod that cost around $100 from JB HiFi.
Great sound (doesn't sound tinny) and runs on AA's or 240.
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http://www.logitech.com/en-au/speakers-audio/ipod-mp3-speakers/devices/7209
8hr Rechargable battery life.......
http://www.logitech.com/en-au/speakers-audio/ipod-mp3-speakers/devices/5849
20hr Rechargable battery life.......
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Logitech pure fi
http://www.logitech.com/en-au/speakers-audio/ipod-mp3-speakers/devices/4320
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HP Laptop - music, movies, internet, email, tethered DSLR shooting, photo processing and viewing. Nice all rounder when not in the car.
Just my 2c worth.
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I am interested to know how often people use these?
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Logitech pure fi
http://www.logitech.com/en-au/speakers-audio/ipod-mp3-speakers/devices/4320
We have one of these and its great, pretty sure it was only $99 from office works, don't quote me, had it a while now, come on special all the time.. Dont use it much but sometimes nice to have some background music when having a beer.
renno
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An ipod touch, which i place in the one of the 2 stubby holders areas in the camping arm chair.
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We have a legend MP3 player that has an internal 512mb storage and can hold a SD card. Sounds great when working outside or in the shed but has never made it camping with us.
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we use a home made boom box with aux for the iphone and runs from two small old UPS batteries that I have mounted on the inside of the box
I am interested to know how often people use these?
I use it in the shed mainly for radio while tinkering but the last time i used it camping was the night before new years eve while fishing and enjoying a few bevies out on the Loddon river
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Logitech pure fi
http://www.logitech.com/en-au/speakers-audio/ipod-mp3-speakers/devices/4320
we have one of these and use it all the time its great
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Altec Lansing MIX. Runs on 240V or eight D cells. Great sound, iPod & FM radio and designed to be portable. Cost around $350-400
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Kenwood car stereo with ipod/player aux input, installed into the kitchen. Kids have Ipod touch and I have 4gb memory card with music in my phone.
Just plugs in the front.
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We never have music playing when we camp, except on the drive to and from. Have been thinking of getting a dock for an iPod, in case we're ever camped somewhere where our music wouldn't intrude on the serenity of others.
x2
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we only use the music box when camping in secluded spots so not to intrude on others serenity.. the kids also like the radio left on low when sleeping while we burn the midnight oil and have a few late night bevies around the fire
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Logitech pure fi
http://www.logitech.com/en-au/speakers-audio/ipod-mp3-speakers/devices/4320
I use this one... for work and play
its awesome... plays from my ipod every day I drive buses round sydney and then when I am away, its great.
charges from 240 volts or ciggy plug.
10 hours playback on its own rechargeable battery
great sound and better still its got a 2 year replacement warranty. This means if it plays up, ya bring it back and they give ya a new one. I go to Dick Smiths and they give me a new receipt every time so it has two years start every time I return it... so far its been returned about 4 times over the last 3 years of playing at least 50 hours a week
highly recommended
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We have a JVC Car Radio that will control an Ipod and has a USB Port as well, mounted under the Bed Base and controlled by a IR Remote Control. 4" Cube Speakers are mounted under the Bed Base or can be re-located to inside the tent or outside in the Annex. We are always mindfull of the volume in regards to other campers.
Gary
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We have a TDK Icubic that we plug the ipod into. It runs off 12v (we had an adaptor from the last radio we had that died). Its nice and compact, and we can get the radio on it as well. It has a sleep function which is really handy when you want to go to bed but still listen. It also came with a remote.
http://www.bigw.com.au/electronics/i-pod-accessories/docks-cradles/bpnBIGW_0000000098888/icubic-ipod-dock
Ours is not pink however - ours is just black.
Its not often we camp anywhere near other people so we usually play music just about every night. We are normally in bed by 8.30pm - even earlier if its cold!
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Our camper has a car stereo fitted with a couple of speakers built into the step at the end of the bed. I can't remember the last time it was used though.
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Whilst I have a Logitec IPOD dock which is very handy we also have car CD/IPod player with internal and external speakers fitted to the Jayco. Yes, I too appreciate the quiet and listening to nature but also there are times I do like a few back ground tunes whilst icy cold bevies are being consumed. The other thing is simple ABC radio for sport/news when away and can't forget Macca on Sunday's......
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We don't have anything but the car system - we didn't hear about the Japanese earthquake/tsunami until Monday ;D
Cheers Mike
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I'm certainly not against folks playing music whilst camping, in fact the live sessions we've had have been really enjoyable. I'd be reasonably certain that most members of MySwag are very considerate of others.
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I'm certainly not against folks playing music whilst camping, in fact the live sessions we've had have been really enjoyable. I'd be reasonably certain that most members of MySwag are very considerate of others.
Agree 100% with this.
We don't play music while camped either, preferring the sounds of the bush, we also think that playing music tends to stop conversation, also the live music we have had the pleasure of listening to (thanks snow) was very enjoyable and as long as this doesn't annoy other campers I don't see a problem, in fact I think it stimulates conversation in the group.
Keep it up Snow :cup:
Baz.
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I use this one... for work and play
its awesome... plays from my ipod every day I drive buses round sydney and then when I am away, its great.
charges from 240 volts or ciggy plug.
10 hours playback on its own rechargeable battery
great sound and better still its got a 2 year replacement warranty. This means if it plays up, ya bring it back and they give ya a new one. I go to Dick Smiths and they give me a new receipt every time so it has two years start every time I return it... so far its been returned about 4 times over the last 3 years of playing at least 50 hours a week
highly recommended
Where will I find the ciggy connection for the unit?
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I find it amusing when people ask a Q about what music player etc people use when camping and we get the, we don't listen to music as we listen to the bush etc, etc,etc. I don' think any sensible MySwagger ( look at the generation of Swaggers, no offense intended to younger Swaggers) would be a dis-respectful camper and have music blaring at 1000db. Everything is a compromise and respect of others no matter the how different your views are? It's the same BS we get wrt Generators...... ;D
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I find it amusing when people ask a Q about what music player etc people use when camping and we get the, we don't listen to music as we listen to the bush etc, etc,etc. I don' think any sensible MySwagger ( look at the generation of Swaggers, no offense intended to younger Swaggers) would be a dis-respectful camper and have music blaring at 1000db. Everything is a compromise and respect of others no matter the how different your views are? It's the same BS we get wrt Generators...... ;D
Well in that case, we would use the car stereo, why spend more money on something else when you already have a device in your car :-*
Baz.
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yeah but then you have the volume louder to hear it by the camp fire and in a setting where there are other campers its not ideal plus its great with small kids down low as back ground music when they are going to sleep and my darn ute turns the radio off after a certain amount of time unless I turn the key to enable accessories
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This is getting a little side tracked from the original Q but if people choose or choose not to play music, that's their choice. As long as it is respectful then really, who gives a toss. More important things in life to be worried about.
PS: Even if it is a little louder than you would choose in a camp near by, as long as they turn off at a respectful hour, so be it. Being the party pooper isn't cool..... ;D
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I also have one of these: Logitech (http://www.logitech.com/en-au/speakers-audio/ipod-mp3-speakers/devices/7209) and it works great. I got it for my birthday and dock the Ipod into it. I really do need to learn how to make playlists as the boys eyes roll and you get groaning on occassion. Anyways, I think they are a great investment for portable camping music as I can use it at camp or by the swimming hole.
Kit_e
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Being a chippy I have a lot of makita cordless tools so I have a makita radio
Lasts 2 days on a lion 18v and can be used on the laptop when watching movies :cup:
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Where will I find the ciggy connection for the unit?
Annoying little fella's at Jaycar. :cup:
I hate it when I have to ask silly questions and they know the answer!
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I also have one of these: Logitech (http://www.logitech.com/en-au/speakers-audio/ipod-mp3-speakers/devices/7209) and it works great. I got it for my birthday and dock the Ipod into it. I really do need to learn how to make playlists as the boys eyes roll and you get groaning on occassion. Anyways, I think they are a great investment for portable camping music as I can use it at camp or by the swimming hole.
Kit_e
mate took one of those on fishin trip they are excellent
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I use a iphone 4 or the asus eeepad with local songs, then grooveshark for all the songs I don't have. Plus internet radio from both if needed.
The eeepad is great to hand around for people to choose songs, great with the guys when playing poker etc...
I use a Creative D100 bluetooth speaker (runs on batteries, or 12v/240v with adapter/s). This pairs to both and just a press of the button switches between them. Batteries have lasted over 20+ hours so far.
So much better than a dock, can have iphone in pocket 10+ metres from speaker, control volume, change songs etc..
http://au.store.creative.com/speakers/creative-d100/4-19228.aspx
The D100 is the best $100 I have spent for music listening related stuff. (besides this for the jeep http://www.usaspec.com/product.php?ProductID=21 )
Youngy
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I also have one of these: Logitech (http://www.logitech.com/en-au/speakers-audio/ipod-mp3-speakers/devices/7209) and it works great. I got it for my birthday and dock the Ipod into it. I really do need to learn how to make playlists as the boys eyes roll and you get groaning on occassion. Anyways, I think they are a great investment for portable camping music as I can use it at camp or by the swimming hole.
Kit_e
Agree, I have the older model but fantastic little unit and very handy..... :cheers:
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Always close at hand.....
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I use one of these: http://dicksmith.com.au/product/A1478/thomson-portable-ipod-cd-player
It works from 240v or 8 x C size batteries, except I pulled it apart and soldered some leads on it with a plug so I can connect it to a cigg. socket. Works a treat. It is a cd player, ipod dock, am/fm radio and will accept other MP3 players.
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Sometimes use the ute wireless. Doesn't happen much as it stops the kids from hearing me yell. Get away from the fire. Leave the mans' dog alone. Close the bloody fridge. Get away from the fire. Eat your tea. Get away from the fire. Take your boots off in the camper. Don't look at me in that tone of voice. Get away from the fire. Are your ears painted on?
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I'm hearing ya! :laugh:
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I really do need to learn how to make playlists.
Kit_e
That's so easy.
In iTunes select File, New Playlist and it will appear on list of Playlists on the left of the window as "untitled playlist". You can rename it (eg "Favourite Polka Tunes"). Now just drag and drop songs or albums from the Music Library to that Playlist.
When you synch your iPod, select the playlist(s) you want to take away. iTunes will move the required songs to the iPod if they aren't already on the iPod. (It doesn't make multiple copies of songs if they appear on more than one list.)
I like to shuffle mine for variety, otherwise they tend to play in alphabetical order!
My gadget is http://www.cnet.com.au/altec-lansing-mix-imt800-339298210.htm
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Logitech pure fi
http://www.logitech.com/en-au/speakers-audio/ipod-mp3-speakers/devices/4320
We also have one of these, fantastic :cup:
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That's so easy.
I knew someone would know! Thanks so much Patr80l! It will save a vast amount of eye rolling and that annoying groaning for sure, though I doubt it will work 100%. Calling it "Polka Tunes" doesn't sound like a bad idea either >:D At least they won't continually be man handling my Ipod, searching for those songs beaten to death on the radio. Now to put the "beaten to death on the radio" tunes in there for the boys.
Just another thought for those without an Ipod dock, but having an Ipod ... I used to connect it to my Pioneer stereo at home via the microphone jack and earphone plug. Still worked a treat as you could use the music, but didn't charge it.
There is always a solution if you look hard enough or ask.
Kit_e
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Here are some albums listed for testing ;D
http://halflife.dyndns.info/music/a/000%20rare%20hits%20of%20the%2080s/
http://halflife.dyndns.info/music/
remember if you like them buy them :angel: :angel: :angel:.
I have downloaded 51 albums so far
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We have a logitec ipod doc and use it while working (preparing meals/cleaning up) and if you cant talk over it then it is too loud.
Regards
Crisp Image
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Hi,
there's a radio in the Ute, I just have to read the book to figure out how to tune it .
Might just want to listen to the news one of these days.
cheers
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For those people with the Logitech PureFi units - can you please confirm for me that they can run off a 12V cig lighter plug? Looking at the specs, none of them list it.
My original plan was to pick up a cheapie iPhone dock from JB, and then knock up my own power adapter for it - most of them seem to run off 5V DC, so it shouldn't be too hard. But if there's an easier option of just buying one of the Logitech units off the shelf, then that's probably the way I'll go!
Thanks!
Matto :)
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We have a logitech unit which is small and compact with rechargeable batteries - works a treat ;D
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To be honest, I don't really want to hear music whilst I'm camping. Much prefer The Sounds of Nature (volumes 1, 2, 3 & 4) ... cattle lowing, birds chiruping, creeks gurgling, dogs farting (on occassion), wind blowing, trees sighing, roosters crowing (occassionally), cans being opened, sausages sizzling ... nothing better can be made in any music studio.
Kit_e
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This looks like a decent buy
http://www.dealsdirect.com.au/p/grundig-stereo-speaker-system-dock-iphone/?cm_mmc=newsletter-_-20111006-_-prods-_-20841
GG
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This looks like a decent buy
http://www.dealsdirect.com.au/p/grundig-stereo-speaker-system-dock-iphone/?cm_mmc=newsletter-_-20111006-_-prods-_-20841
GG
Looks okay but I tend to find that Grundig products are tat.... Not be confused with the Grundig that was German made quality product.
JB HiFi have some great specials on logitech, sony and TDK to name a few, all around that price.... I wouls check them out!!
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it's called a 6 string Ibanez!!
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We don't play any music when camping, although if the footy is on I'll check the scores from time to time.
Rich
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We don't play any music when camping, although if the footy is on I'll check the scores from time to time.
Rich
:cup: me too
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it's called a 6 string Ibanez!!
So you can sit around the camp fire and sing Kombyyah and bond with the boys?
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I like live music..
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When I start to play it's more like "Oh jeez is that the time? I must get to bed/wash the dishes/pull some teeth/move my camp"
dunno why.......
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To be honest, I don't really want to hear music whilst I'm camping. Much prefer The Sounds of Nature (volumes 1, 2, 3 & 4) ... cattle lowing, birds chiruping, creeks gurgling, dogs farting (on occassion), wind blowing, trees sighing, roosters crowing (occassionally), cans being opened, sausages sizzling ... nothing better can be made in any music studio.
Kit_e
agree totally ;D that's the point of it to me 8)
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Really - do we need to do this every time? Not having a go at anyone in particular, so please don't feel slighted.
Here we have a thread about "what do you use to listen to music when out bush". Presumably because the OP likes to listen to music when out bush, and is interested in finding out what setup would be best to allow him/her to listen to music when out bush. I'm guessing he/she would like to draw on the experiences of other people, who also like listening to music while out bush. I would imagine that he/she is expecting to receive informative advice from other people about their experiences, and what they would recommend. All in the field of listening to music when out bush.
If you do not like listening to music while out bush, that's perfectly fine. It's what makes us all different. Some like listening to music when out bush, some don't. I will fight to the death for your right to go bush and not listen to music. If you feel the need to express how much you don't like listening to music when out bush, feel free to start an appreciation thread. I would suggest the title "What do you NOT play music from while bush camping in your camper?". I'm more than happy for that thread to contain nothing more that people saying how much they don't like listening to music when out bush. I promise to post this same response to THAT thread if it gets overrun by people posting constantly about how much they like to listen to music when out bush, and what the best way to listen to music when out bush is, and so forth.
But when there's a particular discussion around a particular request/idea/train of thought, can we please stick to it, at least in spirit? Same as when Person A asks a question about how best to connect X to Y, and instead receives 4 pages of hotly contested debate about why both X and Y are junk, and that Z is obviously superior. Be that as it may, it's not the topic that's being discussed.
I know it's not intended in that manner, but the reality is that the constant reinforcing of one's beliefs in someone else's thread comes across as very self-righteous and holier-than-thou. Certainly we're all hear to learn, and to listen to everyone else's experience and opinion, but let's try to at least stay on topic, shall we?
Let's keep the constant opining to the allocated topics :
* Toyota vs Nissan
* Caravans vs campers
* Jaycos vs campers
* Anything in the Electrical section
Thanks,
Matto :)
The cranky guy who's thankfully not a mod, so none of the above holds any weight.
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Really - do we need to do this every time? Not having a go at anyone in particular, so please don't feel slighted.
Here we have a thread about "what do you use to listen to music when out bush". Presumably because the OP likes to listen to music when out bush, and is interested in finding out what setup would be best to allow him/her to listen to music when out bush. I'm guessing he/she would like to draw on the experiences of other people, who also like listening to music while out bush. I would imagine that he/she is expecting to receive informative advice from other people about their experiences, and what they would recommend. All in the field of listening to music when out bush.
If you do not like listening to music while out bush, that's perfectly fine. It's what makes us all different. Some like listening to music when out bush, some don't. I will fight to the death for your right to go bush and not listen to music. If you feel the need to express how much you don't like listening to music when out bush, feel free to start an appreciation thread. I would suggest the title "What do you NOT play music from while bush camping in your camper?". I'm more than happy for that thread to contain nothing more that people saying how much they don't like listening to music when out bush. I promise to post this same response to THAT thread if it gets overrun by people posting constantly about how much they like to listen to music when out bush, and what the best way to listen to music when out bush is, and so forth.
But when there's a particular discussion around a particular request/idea/train of thought, can we please stick to it, at least in spirit? Same as when Person A asks a question about how best to connect X to Y, and instead receives 4 pages of hotly contested debate about why both X and Y are junk, and that Z is obviously superior. Be that as it may, it's not the topic that's being discussed.
I know it's not intended in that manner, but the reality is that the constant reinforcing of one's beliefs in someone else's thread comes across as very self-righteous and holier-than-thou. Certainly we're all hear to learn, and to listen to everyone else's experience and opinion, but let's try to at least stay on topic, shall we?
Let's keep the constant opining to the allocated topics :
* Toyota vs Nissan
* Caravans vs campers
* Jaycos vs campers
* Anything in the Electrical section
Thanks,
Matto :)
The cranky guy who's thankfully not a mod, so none of the above holds any weight.
Does someone have to post that sort of reply everytime?
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Does someone have to post that sort of reply everytime?
I have one job on this lousy ship...
Thanks!
Matto ???
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I have one job on this lousy ship...
Thanks!
Matto ???
:cup: :cup: :cup: :cup: :cup:
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The cranky guy who's thankfully not a mod, so none of the above holds any weight.
Are you sure your not disguising yourself as Lost??? ;D
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Are you sure your not disguising yourself as Lost??? ;D
Rats - they're onto us Lost! :police:
Thanks!
Matto :)
(Who's now taken the thread right off topic. Way to reinforce your message Matt.)
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Maybe the anti camping music brigade could start their own thread about camping with only natures sounds...
-Sometimes I love listening to music while camping.
-Sometimes I love NO music while camping.
-Sometimes I love listening to my partner and friends play their guitars while camping. (traveled around Australia with her Fender in the back of the Hilux)
-Sometimes when camped remotely, or no one else within k's we love to crank it up loud and party!
-But most of the time its nice to have in the background as you relax and enjoy a holiday with family and friends.
Back on topic.
Tried all manner of stereo's over the years. The car, D cell 'Boom Boxes' and a car stereo built into a box with jumper leads going to the car battery.
The easiest and most energy efficent is my 18v Makita
(http://www.makita-radio.co.uk/res/img/bmr100_promo.jpg)
Excellent sound, excellent radio reception, aux plug for MP3 and as someone else said, long battery life. Something like 15 hours from one battery. Plus there not afraid of a bit of sand, dirt or water.
Big downside is its an expensive outlay if you don't have the Makita cordless tools.
A friend had one of those little Belkin ipod docking stations which had fantastic sound for something so small.
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Back on topic.
Tried all manner of stereo's over the years. The car, D cell 'Boom Boxes' and a car stereo built into a box with jumper leads going to the car battery.
The easiest and most energy efficent is my 18v Makita
(http://www.makita-radio.co.uk/res/img/bmr100_promo.jpg)
Excellent sound, excellent radio reception, aux plug for MP3 and as someone else said, long battery life. Something like 15 hours from one battery. Plus there not afraid of a bit of sand, dirt or water.
Big downside is its an expensive outlay if you don't have the Makita cordless tools.
A friend had one of those little Belkin ipod docking stations which had fantastic sound for something so small.
Wow! I love the look of them. And they sound hardy too!
the Nurse