Satellite radio is extremely popular these days and it is increasing in popularity more and more every week. If you are not sure what satellite radio is, you can look at it like cable or satellite television. In essence, satellite radio is a subscription only service. It has a colossal range of radio stations that are not accessible on the regular AM or FM services.
If you are wondering about how much satellite radio costs, then the answer is the annoying one: it depends. It depends, because there are several variables, such as the apparatus itself, installation fees and monthly charges. Equipment from the countless manufacturers varies a lot as well.
For instance, Bose is more expensive than a Chinese item from Walmart. Installation charges vary depending on where you live and who you use and the monthly fee will depend on which package or bundle you select. So, regrettably, the answer is: it depends.
There is also a one-off 'activation fee'. This costs about $15 if you do it by phone and about $5 if you do it over the Internet. However, the push is on to get you signed up, so there are often promotions on doing away with this outrageous rip-off fee. As if you will not be paying enough in monthly fees for the rest of your life!
If you want to install satellite radio in your car, you have two alternatives, if your present radio is not 'satellite ready'. You can either purchase a new car stereo that is 'satellite ready' or you can buy a satellite signal receiver and decoder unit and plug it into your existing radio. This decoder can be hidden away under the driver's seat or stashed in the trunk of the car. You will also have to have a new antenna on the roof.
Costs differ outrageously, but let's average it out at $600 for a good, new, satellite-enabled, ready to go stereo fitted and working or $350 for a cheap system using your own radio, but also ready to receive satellite broadcasts. So, you could say, on average, for about $500 you can be listening to satellite broadcasts.
However, just as with laptop computer prices, demand creates downward pressure on prices and by the time you read this piece, the price could have halved. Let's hope so.
Portable satellite radio receivers can be a bit cheaper, mostly because there are no installation charges and come out at around $400.
Then there are the monthly subscription fees. As I said above, this depends on the package you choose. The average charge is $10-$15 a month, but specialized channels can be extra. For instance, you could receive the Playboy channel for free at one time, but the normal cost is $2.95 per month.
Sport may cost more, especially for a finals match. Sometimes, you can get a discount for paying annually and Sirius even has a one-off, lifetime option at $500. Perhaps the best thing to do is keep an eye on the promotional offers and be ready to pounce quickly when a fitting one comes up.
If you are wondering about how much satellite radio costs, then the answer is the annoying one: it depends. It depends, because there are several variables, such as the apparatus itself, installation fees and monthly charges. Equipment from the countless manufacturers varies a lot as well.
For instance, Bose is more expensive than a Chinese item from Walmart. Installation charges vary depending on where you live and who you use and the monthly fee will depend on which package or bundle you select. So, regrettably, the answer is: it depends.
There is also a one-off 'activation fee'. This costs about $15 if you do it by phone and about $5 if you do it over the Internet. However, the push is on to get you signed up, so there are often promotions on doing away with this outrageous rip-off fee. As if you will not be paying enough in monthly fees for the rest of your life!
If you want to install satellite radio in your car, you have two alternatives, if your present radio is not 'satellite ready'. You can either purchase a new car stereo that is 'satellite ready' or you can buy a satellite signal receiver and decoder unit and plug it into your existing radio. This decoder can be hidden away under the driver's seat or stashed in the trunk of the car. You will also have to have a new antenna on the roof.
Costs differ outrageously, but let's average it out at $600 for a good, new, satellite-enabled, ready to go stereo fitted and working or $350 for a cheap system using your own radio, but also ready to receive satellite broadcasts. So, you could say, on average, for about $500 you can be listening to satellite broadcasts.
However, just as with laptop computer prices, demand creates downward pressure on prices and by the time you read this piece, the price could have halved. Let's hope so.
Portable satellite radio receivers can be a bit cheaper, mostly because there are no installation charges and come out at around $400.
Then there are the monthly subscription fees. As I said above, this depends on the package you choose. The average charge is $10-$15 a month, but specialized channels can be extra. For instance, you could receive the Playboy channel for free at one time, but the normal cost is $2.95 per month.
Sport may cost more, especially for a finals match. Sometimes, you can get a discount for paying annually and Sirius even has a one-off, lifetime option at $500. Perhaps the best thing to do is keep an eye on the promotional offers and be ready to pounce quickly when a fitting one comes up.
About the Author:
Owen Jones, the author of this article, writes on a range of topics, but is now involved with Bose alarm clocks. If you would like to know more, please go to our website at Bose Digital Radio.
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