I already have a few years to be the other model Hama FL-976 (3 couples) and now I have added myself for the garden this Hama FL-986. Beautiful design and excellent workmanship. Below explains the difference; This model Hama FL-986 differs mainly that there is a remote control to and the keys are located above. There are real buttons not like the other model "switch". This has the (accompanying) get a result if the speakers via AC adapter current, the volume will always be in the base setting and not turn on automatically. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++++++++++++++++++++++ I describe this because I have set up boxes in the house in many places, so that when you turn on the light, go the pit with at. Great if I just re-did the Putzfimmel through the house or a good movie is running and one of WC must so you miss nothing which already brought to marvel with me many a guest. In this model, the so so would not take the car turn but this fits the patio. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++++++++++++++++++++++ The boxes can also be operated with the other transmitter FL-976. Both models use the same carrier frequency. You can also run multiple stations so at several hi-fi equipment! Only when switching on the hi-fi the transmitter switches on. The first transmitter power switch on these boxes take Automatic, assuming it's all on the same channel. Very convenient, as I now hear the same sound as everywhere in the house. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++++++++++++++++++++++ It is even possible with a little skill such boxes to modify and the cable in case the tap off to go to the speakers and to lead out for example on RCA connectors. So you can then feed on another system on the hi-fi input. Is on this hi-fi then not really stereo (since I have switched it parallel for L / R), but not too disruptive, you can leave it just as run with more power the same sound as in the rest of the house. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++++++++++++++++++++++ Conclusion would buy it again. Super value and incredibly versatile with a good tone. The other model 976 has a knob for a little more bass, that would be still room for improvement.