Sirius Channels on XM - anyone subscribing?

[GreatAmericanZero]

These are the new SIRIUS channels that are now being offered on XM -

99 - Playboy Radio
100 - Howard
101 - Howard
103 - Martha Stewart
105 - SIRIUS NFL

none of them particularly interest me so I don't think I'm going to pay extra and get them. Blah i say. Blah

[drjoek]

No Grateful Dead or Radio Margaritaville? Those others don't float my boat

[MisterSmith]

Nothing there worth it for me. Maybe if there were a couple of good music channels I like but don't have now, but otherwise, meh. :thumbdown:

[SP1!]

What the fuck does playboy radio have to offer? Isnt seeing the naked women the whole point? And 2 howard channels? Why?

And I agree at least give us one of those artist only channels to choose from, buffet, dead, and dont they have elvis on one as well? I would get the elvis one for the GFs mom since she loves him so much.

[GreatAmericanZero]

No Grateful Dead or Radio Margaritaville? Those others don't float my boat

im thinking with the music channels, they are going to change and evolve into the same on both platforms because SIRIUS isn't getting any XM music channels in their add on package

This is the XM add on package for SIRIUS


195 - Oprah and Friends
196 - XM Public Radio
197 - The Virus :clap:
208 - NHL Home Ice
209 - PGA tour
211-220 - XM Sports channels (i assume mostly baseballs)

[Gritty]

im thinking with the music channels, they are going to change and evolve into the same on both platforms because SIRIUS isn't getting any XM music channels in their add on package

This is the XM add on package for SIRIUS


195 - Oprah and Friends
196 - XM Public Radio
197 - The Virus :clap:
208 - NHL Home Ice
209 - PGA tour
211-220 - XM Sports channels (i assume mostly baseballs)

I just want my widget to work again! This is torture!!

[drjoek]

I listen to radio Margaritaville on the computer its a good station, not just Buffett. Wouldn't mind that one ,and the Dead too. Howard holds no appeal to me.

[GreatAmericanZero]

i heard that SIRIUS has some kind of Jam Band channel which appeals to me (I'll put it on whenever Phish isn't playing haha)

[Nothing Sound]

I'd love to add the Best of Sirius to my account if I could get on the XM web
site. I've been trying for over 2 hours and still can't log in to that part of my account.
According to what I've read on Wackbag, everyone is having problems upgrading on-line.

[drjoek]

XM had a jam station when I first signed on XM51 st the time

[GreatAmericanZero]

XM had a jam station when I first signed on XM51 st the time

yeah and i used to listen to it all the time. It was called "Music Lab". Then they added it so its only online and it wasn't good at all anymore. They just played a lot of faggy stuff like Genesis all of a sudden

[JimBeam]

I have Sirius right now so when will I be able to listen to Ron & Fez ?

[Nothing Sound]

I have Sirius right now so when will I be able to listen to Ron & Fez ?

Today if you'd like, it's channel 197 on Sirius. You can change your plan on-line.

[paulisded]

If I was smart, I'd just cancel XM and pick up R&F/O&A on sirius (I like Sirius' music selection). But my home receiver is XM-compatible, so I recently bought the special antenna.

[Misteriosa]

as far as i can see, there is nothing sirius offers that will get me to "upgrade".

so there... :tongue:

[biozombie]

...fuck, I can't wait for those ala carte units to come out.

[Nothing Sound]

If I was smart, I'd just cancel XM and pick up R&F/O&A on sirius (I like Sirius' music selection).

I might just do that when it's time for a new radio.

[Fallon]

That's a shitty package of channels.

So people that want to listen to Martha gets football, two Stern channels and playboy? That makes a lot of sense.

[Nothing Sound]

So people that want to listen to Martha gets football, two Stern channels and playboy? That makes a lot of sense.

I'm just going to get it for Howard.
I really don't give a fuck about the other ones, but they come with it.

[sailor]

football is the only thing on sirius that interests me, but is that saying you only get one channel of it?

[biozombie]

I'm taking a peek at the full Sirius channel lineup, fucking AC/DC has taken over their punk channel as well.

gay.

[DonInNC]

football is the only thing on sirius that interests me, but is that saying you only get one channel of it?

That's the way I understand it. You don't get any games, just the channel with the shows. Kind of like what MLB homeplate is to XM's baseball channels. Still, I'm tempted, maybe...

[biozombie]

not a bad deal, if you're into that sort of thing:
http://xmradio.com/sports/schedule/nfl.xmc

(in case you don't feel like clicking, it looks like XM alloted channels 106 to 119 for games)

[Reephdweller]

Since I currently have both services and want to drop one, this sounds good to me. I'll save money by sticking with XM and adding the best of Sirius. I just wish they would let you add other channels like the Raw Dog comedy channel which I really like.

[Don Stugots]

less talk channels and more music channels please.

[DonInNC]

not a bad deal, if you're into that sort of thing:
http://xmradio.com/sports/schedule/nfl.xmc

(in case you don't feel like clicking, it looks like XM alloted channels 106 to 119 for games)

well that pretty much seals the deal.

[KnoxHarrington]

well that pretty much seals the deal.

Yeah, my understanding is that both the NFL and MLB packages will include the games.

[Space Edge]

If I was smart, I'd just cancel XM and pick up R&F/O&A on sirius (I like Sirius' music selection). But my home receiver is XM-compatible, so I recently bought the special antenna.

I'm in the same situation sorta. I dual sub and I think I'm going to drop XM go Sirius only and pick up the "Best of XM" package.

Edited to add

I think when the new XM and Sirius recivers hit the market the A La Carte option will become available.

[DonInNC]

Yeah, my understanding is that both the NFL and MLB packages will include the games.

Great.

I wonder where the bandwidth is coming from? The baseball channels?

[Dan G]

I'm torn. I have a Sirius radio and an XM online only account. It would be cheaper if I dropped XM and added the best of package to my Sirius, but I listen a lot online anyway and Sirius' online sound quality is only 32k, compared to XM's 64k.
Sirius does have an option to upgrade online quality to 128k for an additional $2.99/month.

So then my bill would be around $23/month including taxes, which is only a dollar less than what I'm paying already.

The thing that's really stopping me from switching is the Unmasked episodes on XM 150. I realize they get replayed on the Virus, but I have always listened and recorded them on Saturday nights.

[Earlshog]

I'm in....... Football and Stern are worth the $.13149243918 per day.... if it goes up to $.13487622489 Im out...

[SPeeDy_Freak]

Actually trying to get my Sirius radio sold before I switch back to XM.

At that time I will get the best of Sirius.

I miss R&F and MLB

[Dan G]

MLB isn't included with the XM package. Maybe they'll add it in the spring though. All those sports channels that have been cleared are for college sports.

[drjoek]

MLB isn't included with the XM package. Maybe they'll add it in the spring though. All those sports channels that have been cleared are for college sports.

By the time baseball rolls around the two platforms should be merged I assume

[DonInNC]

Done. The CSR said 12-24 hours to activate, so you might want to get it now if you don't want to miss Martha Stewart's newest meatloaf recipe tomorrow.

[blouibt]

I signed up for Best of Sirius yesterday.

Taped some of the Stern show. Look at the wallpaper that showed up when I replayed it today...



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[bimmle_420]

I signed up for Best of Sirius yesterday.

Taped some of the Stern show. Look at the wallpaper that showed up when I replayed it today...



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i dont know whats funnier... the boys as a background or howard only doing 25 mins of material.... :lol:

[spoon]

I listen to radio Margaritaville on the computer its a good station, not just Buffett. Wouldn't mind that one ,and the Dead too. Howard holds no appeal to me.

Hey doc, do you take off your balls when you listen to that shit? Or did your wife take care of that issue?

As for the channels, I would surely like to get the NFL on XM for those days I get stuck driving on Sundays. Also, it would be interesting to check out Howard's show again. Any fan of talk radio has to be at least interested, or am I wrong? The show surely wasn't what it was in the early 90's as it came to an end, but hey, it's still better than Don and Mike.

[spoon]

I'm in the same situation sorta. I dual sub and I think I'm going to drop XM go Sirius only and pick up the "Best of XM" package.

Edited to add

I think when the new XM and Sirius recivers hit the market the A La Carte option will become available.

They really should have an upgrade receiver option available to old customers of both platforms (based on the value of ur current receiver). Hell, it should be law!

[spoon]

Done. The CSR said 12-24 hours to activate, so you might want to get it now if you don't want to miss Martha Stewart's newest meatloaf recipe tomorrow.

Now that's some good advice!

Fall salt and pepper shaker covers here I come!!!

[drjoek]

Hey doc, do you take off your balls when you listen to that shit? Or did your wife take care of that issue?

As for the channels, I would surely like to get the NFL on XM for those days I get stuck driving on Sundays. Also, it would be interesting to check out Howard's show again. Any fan of talk radio has to be at least interested, or am I wrong? The show surely wasn't what it was in the early 90's as it came to an end, but hey, it's still better than Don and Mike.

I actually have Radio Margaritaville playing on the computer in my personal office right now. I got no complaints. They actually have a nice mix of music. Buffett is probably only 1 in 8 songs which I don't mind. Lotta Little Feat, Dr John, Reggae, acoustic Dead and some nice funky stuff you dont hear elsewhere. You ought to give it a try.

And someone who pisses most people off here you ought to try to be nice to one of the few guys here (me) who occasionally defends you.
Just a thought

[spoon]

I actually have Radio Margaritaville playing on the computer in my personal office right now. I got no complaints. They actually have a nice mix of music. Buffett is probably only 1 in 8 songs which I don't mind. Lotta Little Feat, Dr John, Reggae, acoustic Dead and some nice funky stuff you dont hear elsewhere. You ought to give it a try.

And someone who pisses most people off here you ought to try to be nice to one of the few guys here (me) who occasionally defends you.
Just a thought

Yah bc that's why I post here, based on who defends me and if I'm liked. Come on doc, I thought you had thick skin and could take a joke (even though I truly hate that music but I fully understand to each his own). The bottom line is I could give two shits, even though your analysis couldn't be more wrong.

[drjoek]

Yah bc that's why I post here, based on who defends me and if I'm liked. Come on doc, I thought you had thick skin and could take a joke (even though I truly hate that music but I fully understand to each his own). The bottom line is I could give two shits, even though your analysis couldn't be more wrong.

Not to split hairs here with you but what analysis am I making that couldn't be more wrong? I described what I liked and why I listened to the station.
I couldnt care less whether you like it or not.

Just wondering and I will continue to occasionally defend you because Im good that way

[Lady Resin]

Did anybody here sign up for Sirius that has more than one account with XM? I want to get Sirius for the house but not the car. When I log in I get this:

*Your account has only Multi-Radio Discount packages. Please choose a different package for one of your radios.*

Where would I go to choose a different package? Thanks.

[ibanez23]

Its been about 5 years that I have had xm,but I have a question.
My sub is up this month and I was wondering how the sirius units are.At this point I only subscribe to xm for 202.I hate the music channels on xm and have bought at least six antennas scince Iv'e been a subscriberI think I would like a change.
Any advice?

[DonInNC]

Did anybody here sign up for Sirius that has more than one account with XM? I want to get Sirius for the house but not the car. When I log in I get this:

*Your account has only Multi-Radio Discount packages. Please choose a different package for one of your radios.*

Where would I go to choose a different package? Thanks.

I did mine over the phone for the same reason. Even then I had to speak with the rep rather than go through the automated menus.

[spoon]

Not to split hairs here with you but what analysis am I making that couldn't be more wrong? I described what I liked and why I listened to the station.
I couldnt care less whether you like it or not.

Just wondering and I will continue to occasionally defend you because Im good that way

It was in response to one of the few to defend line as many see my point on those past matter, and I never brought up liking or not liking you so where'd that come from? By the way, I hate all dentists and have to see one Friday! Booooo:annoyed:

[MisterSmith]

I have another question: Is this the final version of program offerings? By that I mean are the number and type of stations being offered going to change/expand over the next few months?

[IamFogHat]

Nope.

[spoon]

Did anybody here sign up for Sirius that has more than one account with XM? I want to get Sirius for the house but not the car. When I log in I get this:

*Your account has only Multi-Radio Discount packages. Please choose a different package for one of your radios.*

Where would I go to choose a different package? Thanks.

Here u go.

http://www.bulgereport.com/pix/bulge-24.jpg

[drjoek]

It was in response to one of the few to defend line as many see my point on those past matter, and I never brought up liking or not liking you so where'd that come from? By the way, I hate all dentists and have to see one Friday! Booooo:annoyed:

I know this is a futile to continue but if youreread what I wrote I said I didnt care whether you liked the STATION or not.
I hate dentists too to be completely honest

[DonInNC]

I have another question: Is this the final version of program offerings? By that I mean are the number and type of stations being offered going to change/expand over the next few months?

I can't imagine XM having enough bandwidth to add too much more.

[spoon]

I know this is a futile to continue but if youreread what I wrote I said I didnt care whether you liked the STATION or not.
I hate dentists too to be completely honest

Not a failure, I did indeed read that wrong (doo doo dooooo)! I bet you couldn't guess who has no wisdom teeth! I do play hockey, we are by law/nature, mortal enemies!

[drjoek]

Not a failure, I did indeed read that wrong (doo doo dooooo)! I bet you couldn't guess who has no wisdom teeth! I do play hockey, we are by law/nature, mortal enemies!

No NO No my friend Hockey players are my best friend. My kids will go to elite colleges from people getting their teeth knocked out, keep up the good work and remember Mouthguards are for sissys :clap:

[indymike]

The only thing I might like is the NFL games - can't see paying $50 a year to listen to 2 or 3 games. I'm passing.

[Sue_Bender]

Until Al a Carte, I can't be bothered.

There are a couple Sirius music channels I'd love to have, but I have an I-pod and an insanely HUGE album collection.

Therefore, I don't care.

I like live talk radio...and that's all I really listen to.


Fuck me.

[Killatrees420]

I am a XM'er for life or at least as long as they keep O&A and R&F on the air. I have Dish Network and I can listen to the majority of the music channels that way...

[ralphbxny]

I just wanted to hear Jim Bruer's show, and I cant get it! F Sirius!

[furie]

I'll probably drop xm and get the sirius service, since i have sirius in my car and xm as a desk unit.
so i guess i'll get the best of xm

[AF Mike]

One of my distributors sent me new “best of” sales propaganda. I’m surprised that Howie’s not in the Sirius family photo:

Best of - 6 page Pdf (http://66.251.21.106/ProdImages/2E73A4AB-4832-4D7D-AE23-2CB37DA1E754/%7BBA277051-02B3-4EF4-BAA0-0E5167823DEA%7D.pdf)

It seems like the Starmate 5 will be the first of the a la carte hardware:

• Supports programming packages or A La Carte selection.
• Blue wide-screen display: Easy viewing and use
• Universal docking capability: Add accessories to enjoy in your home,
office or additional vehicles
• SIRIUS Replay™: Pause, rewind and replay up to 44 minutes of live radio
• FM transmitter or stereo audio output to connect to your vehicle’s radio
• FM preset function: Store the best FM frequencies in your area for optimum
integration with your vehicle’s radio
• 30 presets: Enjoy fast access to your favorite channels
• Push-button navigation: Surf channels on the fly
• S-Seek™ Alert: Don’t miss your favorite artists, songs and sports
• One-Touch Jump™ to local traffic and weather, or your favorite channel
• Parental controls: Easily lock and unlock channels

Of course click on the link to your left and visit MyRadioStore.com for all of your siriusXM needs.

[TjM]

I did. Now I get R&F, O&A, Stern and the NFL

[OGC]

I did. Now I get R&F, O&A, Stern and the NFL

what about Bubba and Ferrel (shakeitup) :unsure:

[StylePointz]

I have Playboy Radio and I love listening to Jessica Hall and Brandie Moses. I was happy to see that they will be live in Las Vegas at Crown Nightclub (http://www.thecrownvegas.com) on July 9. I am lucky enough to be visiting during this weekend so I will definitely be checking it out. And I see that ladies drink free, Even better!

[stormy1065]

i just got it for the football package cause i work every sunday.

[scottinnj]

I just bought a used pickup with a Sirius unit installed in it. Whoever bought it got the lifetime package along with it, so the best of XM was automatically included. And I have a radio that I don't have to pay for. Yay me!