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Saregama Carvaan musicbar review: Family Fun!

Saregama is a name synonymous with music, such that these syllables can define Indian music. In a bid to appeal to the generations of fans that it has garnered over the years, the company has ventured into the audio device segment with its Carvaan lineup. Among its latest offering is the Carvaan musicbar, which we recently got a chance to review. Along with a sleek, minimalistic body, the soundbar offers a plethora of features that we tried out. Here’s what we think so far:

First impressions:

The soundbar comes in a rather large box. Still, it includes various accessories such as a remote, table and wall mounting holders, a USB cable, and the general paperwork (user manual and warranty card). Saregama has also included a subwoofer with the soundbar, making the overall deal quite valuable. The audio output is more than satisfactory at its price point, and there are hardly any points to complain about. Both the soundbar and the subwoofer sport minimalistic black bodies with nothing but basic controls on top of the soundbar. The subwoofer is practically a black box with a speaker on one side and a rat-protection mesh.

Usage:

The company states, “It’s more than a soundbar, It’s a Musicbar!” This is a testament to the soundbar’s capabilities and what it has to offer. It comes pre-loaded with 500 evergreen Hindi songs and inbuilt FM. It has multiple connectivity options like HDMI ARC, AUX-IN, USB 3.0, Bluetooth V 5.0 and Coaxial IN. A stereo sound output of 120W is offered through four powerful full-range active drivers, two passive drivers and a subwoofer. It also provides four dedicated modes (3D, Music, Movie and Vocal) for a customised listening experience. Users can also adjust the bass and treble level as per the preference of the listener.

The sound quality may not offer a Dolby surround effect, but the speakers are sufficiently loud to immerse anyone who listens to the songs at maximum volume. Even with the bass turned up, there was hardly any disturbance or compromise in the sound quality. The remote also includes all the features present on the body of the soundbar, such as switching its modes and controlling the bass and treble volumes. However, the remote is slightly unresponsive, and the soundbar takes some time to register its commands. This can prove intrusive for those who prefer lazing around on their couch instead of getting up to make alterations.

Verdict:

Saregama is offering the Carvaan musicbar for Rs 6,990. Potential buyers can compare it with hardly any other soundbar or music system at this price point. The musicbar is undoubtedly a viable option for people looking for a complete package without expecting too much out of it.

Saregama Carvaan Karaoke | Exclusive Review

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The Carvaan Karaoke is the perfect choice for someone who either belongs to the golden era of Bollywood music or loves those days gone by. It has 100s of songs to let you bring out your inner Kishore Kumar or Lata Mangeshkar. Find out everything you need to know about Saregama Carvaan Karaoke and if you’d like to purchase it, stay tuned for the big launch.

Carry your karaoke!

Being associated with one of the oldest brands in the country is a special thing and being able to be a part of history enhances the feeling so much more. To that essence, India’s oldest music label SAREGAMA is offering the Carvaan. It has more than 5000 preset songs that you can play to relive the good ol’ golden days. How can you be a part of it, you ask? Well, with the newest addition to the Carvaan family, the Carvaan Karaoke.

Now, before the teens get all pumped up and ready to sing their favourite Eminem or Drake raps, let me give you a fair warning: This Carvaan is not for anyone born after the 80s. At least it isn’t for someone who does not know about or like songs produced before the 2000s. Coming back to the Karaoke part, it does offer an extensive list of songs to let your inner singer loose! More on that later.

Unboxing happiness:

The device comes in a neat box encased in a cosy packing. Inside, apart from the Carvaan is a pair of wireless microphones and a box of goodies. Well, that is if you consider a remote, two pairs of batteries, an antenna and a charger to be so. Talking about the Carvaan itself, it features multiple modes for you to curate the music you listen to. While the genre of songs is limited to the Golden Era and prior, there are close to 5000 songs to choose from! This means that the fathers and grandfathers in the house will surely be in a jolly mood with this device.

A trip down memory lane:

Apart from the list of preset songs, the Carvaan also offers an FM/AM mode, AUX and Bluetooth connectivity, as well as WiFi usage. That can be used via a smartphone app available on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The company claims that it will give access to over 15,000 songs, with hundreds more updated daily. Regardless of the choice, you are sure to be treated with a rich selection of timeless classics from singing legends like Lata Mangeshkar, Kishore Kumar, Jagjit Singh and many more. 

Design and operation:

The Carvaan Karaoke stays true to its family design and comes in a rounded rectangular shape. Our review unit is draped in a rich metallic red colour, which further enhances its elegance. It features four selector buttons on the front, with a small LCD screen that shows the current selection. Beside that is the prominent rotary dial accompanied by the seek buttons below it. On one side are the buttons to choose the saregama app, USB/AUX mode, FM/AM mode, and Bluetooth mode. On the other side is the singular Karaoke mode button that is accompanied by the volume selector and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Operating the device is fairly easy as it can be done from the main body itself as well as the wireless remote that it comes with. 

Karaoke mode:

Addressing the elephant in the room, the Karaoke mode. At the single touch of the Karaoke button, a 9-inch TFT screen will pop up, indicating that it is time to rock! Offering a significant range of 1000 songs, the Karaoke mode will sure uplift the mode of any party. Considering it is a party of oldies that is! The songs are categorised as per artistes, actors, eras and Carvaan’s list of Top 50 karaoke hits. It also offers you a chance to save your list of favourite songs, for quick access. The menu can be scrolled through using the remote or either of the microphones that it comes with. If I had to be nitpicky, I’d say a touchscreen would have been better for easier selection.

Verdict:

As I have emphasized earlier, the Carvaan Karaoke is a perfect choice for someone who either is from the times gone by or loves the music from that era. To be considerate, it does offer an extensive and immersive experience for the list of songs it provides. It will be the perfect gift from a son to his father, for them to spend some quality time together.

Realme C3 – Quick Reviews | Saregama Carvaan Headphones

Realme C3

Realme have just introduced the Realme C3 which is an update to the budget segment offering C2. The Realme C3 comes with good hardware at an affordable price. The design is based on the company’s Sunrise design and is being offered in two colours – Frozen Blue and Blazing Red. It features a slightly bigger 6.5-inch display and very thin bezels giving it a 20:9 screen ratio and a dewdrop notch which houses the front camera. It sports the new MediaTek Helio P22 SoC octa-core processor clocked at 2.0 GHz and a 5000 mAh battery powering the hardware package. The phone gets a micro-USB slot and a 3.5mm headphone jack as well. However, the Realme C3 misses out on a fingerprint scanner. Realme is running Realme UI V1.0 on top of Android 10. In the camera department, the Realme C3 comes with a dual-camera setup; 12MP f/1.8 and 2 MP depth sensor. The front is a 5-MP selfie shooter.  The phone comes in 3GB + 32 GB and 4GB + 64GB variants and you get dual nano-sim slots along with a dedicated micro-sd card slot for memory expansion. On the performance side, the new UI makes things better while the processor and the big battery promises to deliver a good user experience. The screen too is slightly longish and looks good complementing the entire package.

 

Price – Rs. 6,999/- (3GB+32GB)

Rs. 7,999/- (4GB+64GB)

Saregama Carvaan Earphones

Saregama Carvaan is a well-known name for those who love their music. With several variants of the Saregama Carvaan on sale already, Saregama has now launched the Saregama Carvaan GX01 wired earphones. These pair of earphones are aimed at music lovers. The extra-large 14.2mm drivers claim to deliver enhanced bass and Carvaan Signature sound. The drivers have an impedance of 32 ohms and respond to frequencies from 20 Hz to 20000 Hz with a 108 dB/mW sensitivity. The wire and 3.5 mm jack ensure seamless compatibility with most of the devices with a 3.5mm input jack while the microphone allows you to take calls/play-pause songs with the help of the built-in button. Performance-wise, the earphones offer good sound and deep bass. In fact, most users will find the Saregama Carvaan GX01 as a bang for their buck. The Carvaan GX01 is available in Black and White colours. 

Price – Rs. 1599/-

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