Product Description
With Logitech's FreePulse Wireless headphones you can enjoy your music without being tied down or tangled up. Integrated volume controls and Bass Boost mode let you take control of your music, while advanced Bluetooth 2.0 with Enhanced Data Rate wireless technology ensures clear, interference-free audio with up to 33 feet range. Extended life rechargeable batteries provide up to six hours of playtime. The high carbon spring-steel headband is lightweight yet rugged and the soft-touch comfort rings provide a secure fit. The FreePulse Wireless headphones are compatible with most audio players and include custom-fit iPod adapters.
Customer Reviews:
Great sound, painful fit.......2007-12-20
I picked these up locally, having wanted a set of wireless headphones for my office.
- Sounds great. I start to get choppiness about 50 feet away from the base, but that's plenty for me, I really just want them for the 6 feet in my cube!.
- Battery life is OK, not great. Lasts maybe 4 hours of continuous play, which isn't long enough for me.
- Fit is horrible. My ears ache after wearing them for 15 minutes. They don't sit on my ears right, constantly having to fiddle with them and adjust them.
I would not buy these headphones again and would not recommend you do so.
These definetly fit the bill!.......2007-12-20
I was a bit worried after first purchasing these but I'm completely satisfied now that I have them up and running. I listen to the radio through my computer at work and needed something that was reliable but didn't tether me to my computer by the cord. These headphones work perfectly, they allow me to type at my computer and freely walk around the room and never get disconnected. They are also very comfortable and fit well over the ears with surgical rubber ear hooks. It takes about 2 hours to fully charge charge the item.
Very uncomfortable.......2007-12-12
Sound quality is OK but the loops around your ears are very uncomfortable. Can't wear for over an hour.
Just the sound.......2007-12-08
I should have paid more attention to the review comments telling me these headphones were uncomfortable. I already own a behind-the-neck wired headset from Logitech and they are quite comfortable. This wireless set; however, is poorly designed for human beings and they don't fit my cat either.
The 'phones and base unit have a hidden link code, so I could not pair the 'phones with my iPAQ; this is very irritating.
The batteries for both the base & 'phones are built-in rechargeable so the life of the batteries is the life of the product. The charge on the 'phones lasts maybe 3 hours, not so good at all.
I own several Logitech products and am quite satisfied with both the design and value of these items. The FreePulse unit is an exception to this. They pretty much suck.
The sound is great though.
Awesome.......2007-12-06
Seriously, being able to rock out wirelessly is such a godsend! I feel that they are very comfy on my ears and very easy simple and straightforward to use. No software just plug and play...also great sound and so lightweight! I dont share the dissapointment that others had with these. I think they are worth every penny.
Product Description
SONY SR-FM37V - For the long train train ride, bicycle jaunt, grueling set of exercise reps or hour on the cross trainer machine, it helps to hear some music or the sound of human voices. The ultra-light SR-FM37V is just the ticket. FM Local / Distance (DX) Switch New Ergonomic Design Includes Headphones and Belt Clip Supplied Weight - Approximately 3.3 ounces including battery and belt clip Dimensions - 2-1/2H x 3-3/8W x 1-5/16D
Amazon.com Product Description
The SRF-M37V is lightweight, simple-to-use radio, weather and TV receiver. Weighing only 3.3 ounces (94 grams), this compact player is a perfect companion for the track, bike trail or work area. The Walkman gives you many choices of listening pleasure. You will receive FM and AM radio, TV (channels 2-13) and weather (channels 1-7.) Whatever your passion, whether it be talk radio, hit radio, TV shows or weather forecasts, you are sure to capture it with this Walkman. The FM antenna is part of the headphone cord, so you are sure to receive a strong signal. The AM antenna is a ferrite bar type. The local/distant switch will help you fine tune the reception. Both the volume and tuning buttons are digital, providing accurate mechanisms to find the exact station you desire.
There are twenty-five preset stations on the SRF-M37V. This includes ten FM, five AM, five TV and five weather stations. There are also five direct key presets, allowing you to electronically tune into any five stations you desire, even if listening to a different band. The LCD display's digital clock will keep you updated to current time. There is also a battery indicator, keeping you aware of remaining battery life.
Sony has included their MDR (micro dynamic receiver) headphones with the SRF-M37V. These headphones are open air type; the headphones will allow ambient noise to filter into the ear canal, providing a rich sound and keeping you safely aware of events, people and automobiles around you. The headphones provide ample dynamic range and sound. The Walkman requires only one AAA battery, keeping the receiver lightweight and inexpensive to operate. There is also a belt clip included, so you can carry the Walkman on your belt. The color is a modern black.
What's in the Box
Sony SRF-M37V Walkman, Sony MDR open air headphones, belt clip, user's manual and a ninety day warranty.
Customer Reviews:
Excellent Small Radio.......2007-12-26
This is simply the best portable AM/FM radio I've found. It's very small and digitally tuned with presets.
For the non ipod owners.......2007-11-16
For the money, this little walkman is worth it. My gym is in the bottom floor of a condominium so the reception is not very good, but once outside it improves. It serves it's purpose.
Sandra
Its an ok product.......2007-11-09
my only complain is that is does not get great reception. Not bad for the price but it would be better if the reception was better.
Good One.......2007-10-30
My son got me this little gem for my birthday last year, mainly because I was admiring his SFR-M37V when he was home visting.
The Radio works very nicely for my walks in the morning on AM or FM. What others say is true though it does not do well on real weak stations on AM during the daytime because of it small internal antenna. I would think this would actually work to advantage in a large metropoliton city though because it would not have as much bleed over from other powerful stations.
At any rate it receiver does work well and in the evening I listen to 1100 on AM in Cleveland from the St. Louis area, and also pick up all the clear station power house stations in New Orleans, Chicago, Denver, Nashville, etc.
Contrar to some reviews here I think this little receiver has excellant sound, so if you get a one that sounds bad send it back for an exchange.
This is a rugged little radio, my son has climb many of the highest 115 mountains in the east with this radio in the winter. He uses it for the weather band.
It seems to do very well on batteries also considering it is a digital radio.
All in all very good radio for the money. I would actually have rated this radio at 4 1/2 stars if possiable.
sony sfr-m37v.......2007-10-28
I am pleased with this item, it work well and serve the purpose it was purchased for.
Product Description
At about 1 inch thin, the COBY CX-CD329 is a slim, lightweight personal and portable CD player that's designed to follow you anywhere. It'll play your favorite CDs whether you're in or out. It uses 2 AA batteries (not included) for anytime use. Walking or jogging? The CX-CD329 has 60-Second AntiSkip protection. That means there's a built-in memory that assures smooth play whether you're moving, shaking, rocking, or rolling. An integrated LCD screen displays the playing track, battery power, and other functions. What is the quality of life without a touch of music in it? Raise the quality of life for you or a friend (or both) with this great, little, and stylish CD player from COBY. Up to 60 Seconds Anti-Skip Protection assures smoothe, consistent play even when you're on the move Fully portable - Uses 2 AA batteries (not included) 3.5mm Headphone Jack Unit Dimensions WHD - 5.25 x 1 x 5.75
Customer Reviews:
You get what you pay for - poor quality & lacking features.......2007-12-10
I put this on my wishlist because I didn't want friends spending a lot of money, but I could use a CD player. It feels flimsy and cheap. It goes through batteries like crazy. There is no way to stop it at a particular location and re-start later at that same location. If you hit pause and are delayed coming back, the batteries are dead. The left side of the headset already stopped working (I've had it for about 1 1/2 months of minor use). I do not recommend this to anyone. It's very annoying.
Not so pleased.......2007-11-18
This item skipped at the lightest movement & the sound was not good at all. I gave it away. I purchased a different CD player. I have had 2 Coby CD players & have been dissatisfied with them both. I won't buy Coby again, no matter how cheap. You get what you pay for!
One can do better.......2007-10-20
I received two of the CD players beecause of a delay in shipping. I overpaid. The construction is barely there, the anti-skip protection is non-existent. On an enviromental standpoint the player EATS batteriers. You can do better.
Good Customer Service.......2007-09-05
The company I purchased the personal CDplayer from, Coby, has good customer service as I discovered when I had to call about a technical problem in the operation of the player. I described the problem to a supportive tech person, who was easy to reach by phone--no long menu of choices to listen before I talked to a real person. The player has to be returned to the company and it will be replaced by Coby at no extra charge except for a small shipping charge.
CD Player.......2007-09-01
I bought this when my other player just gave up the ghost. I had it for a very long time. I can't complain about this new one except it seems to use up batteries very fast. Other than that it works just fine.
Product Description
Sony's worldwide reputation for creating unique, attractive, high-quality, advanced technology products rests on a long line of innovations embraced by people from all walks of life. With a diverse product lineup serving a variety of lifestyles and industries, Sony continuously strives to introduce new products and technologies to meet changing market needs.PRODUCT FEATURES:Over band type wireless Bluetooth Stereo headset compatible with Stereo Bluetooth devices (A2DP) such as mobile phones;Mobile phone headset functionality with in-built microphone;Volume control and Skip tracks (FF/RW) on the headset;Complete cord free style;40mm driver unit capable of reproducing vocal and instrumental sound with vivid clarity;24bit DA converter for high quality sound;Luxury ear pads for comfortable fitting;Folder changing function for Walkman's connected with WLA-NWB;17 hours continuous playback time (600 hours on waiting time);Full battery charging in approx. 2.5 hours.
Customer Reviews:
Simply Amazing!!.......2007-12-25
I recently upgraded to this product from the highly overrated Motorola S9 attempt at BT headphones. Two totally different products!! If you actually like to hear good quality music without skipping (i'm a recording industry major) go ahead and spend a few extra dollars for these headphones. I saw them at the Sony store for over $200... I've had zero problems with these. I can even leave my phone in the kitchen while i take the dog for a walk in the back yard with NO interuption. And i live in a city with lots of interruptions, or so the salesman that i returned the S9's to said. I read some of the other reveiws of other products and no matter what they say; these really do have long range, long battery life, both ear phone setting, and the other caller can hear clearly. Plus i got them with FREE shipping!! You cant lose. Did i mention the comfort is like cool pillows on your head.
Very good for what its good for.......2007-12-22
This is the second pair of bluetooth headphones I have owned - the first being a set of HP headphones made for PocketPC - actually made by Logitech and purchaseable under that brand. The Logitechs had good sound and worked well, but unfortunately had some problems in their construction. I had three sets (replaced under warranty) over the course of a year and a half due to the band breaking.
I purchased these Sony DR-BT50 headphones to get a higher-quality and more durable set for use with my laptop, pocket PC, and home theatre PC. Having tested these cans for a while now, I can say that they are VERY good at what they're meant for - casual, comfortable, and fairly good quality listening.
These aren't any Grados, or Sennheisers, or even Sony's MDR-series audiophile-quality headphones, unfortuantely. The mid- and high-range is quite good, for the most part. The lows are surprisingly well-reproduced; perhaps a bit over-stressed. You can hear the headphone's heritage of the MDR-series in the frequency response range of the low end, however - they have been able to hit around 25-30Hz fairly strongly from what I can tell (very good for bluetooth phones especially). Imaging is very good. Sound staging once again isn't to the level of Grados, for example, but still very decent.
I'd say these headphones are very comparable to a $100 set of wired sennheisers (for example). What they do, they do very well. The bluetooth aspect of the phones is almost transparent (no noticable glitches, connection issues, etc.) Range is excellent.
If you aren't terribly concerned with a completely flat frequency response or looking for an incredible sound stage... but DO want an excellent set of blueooth wireless headphones - these come HIGHLY recommended.
Comfort, Quality, Bluetooth........2007-12-19
This is my first bluetooth headphones set, and they work wonderfully! I am not an audiophile by any means, so for me comfort and usability were the primary driving forces. I was pleasantly surprised at how easily these headphones connected to my MacBook Pro, and my Motorola RAZR. Sound quality is good, and comfort is great!
I have since gone and purchased the Sony Bluetooth Wireless Transmitter for the iPod and it works seamlessly with my headphones! No more earbuds for me!
All in all, this was a good purchase for me.
Headset good sound quality BAD!.......2007-12-01
This product has DEFINITE downfalls.....
BLUETOOTH is an excellent technology, but it hasn't caught up with audio.
frankly the audio sounds like COMPLETE CRAP... so if you want to listen to music FORGET IT!
however if you NEED a headset that connects to bluetooth it is great... very comfrotable and easy to use
also there are no signed windows drivers for bluetooth yet so unless you're on a mac or a cell phone i wouldn't recommend wasting your time
Good sound,comfortable headphones, difficult controls.......2007-12-01
I found these headphones to be very comfortable on the ears. They are well padded, and I could wear them for two hours before any discomfort set it. The sound is good, but not great. Highs are a bit muted, and bass is good but not great. Still, compared to the typical earbuds found in an ipod or other $30.00 phones, they are wonderful. The bluetooth feature works well for me, with no static, and it easily handles phone calls as well as music. I could hear the caller well, and they could hear me.
The only real difficulty was with the controls. With the phones on my head, it is difficult to locate the volume up and down buttons. They are recessed, and hard to press. It is easy to accidentally hit the next track and previous track by mistake. After using them often enough, you can finally get comfortable with the location of the controls.
Product Description
Coby Electronics is a manufacturer of quality consumer electronics products designed to deliver outstanding performance for value conscious consumers who do not compromise on product performance. Coby incorporates newdesigns with innovative technologies to produce great looking and great performing consumer electronics products.PRODUCT FEATURES: Slim Compact Design; 1 - Bit D/A Converter; Digital LCD Display; Skip, Search, Play/Pause; Automatic Power Off; 3.5mm Headphone Jack.
Amazon.com Product Description
With straightforward, easy-to-operate features packaged in an economical design, the Coby personal CD player is an ideal choice for anyone looking to enjoy CD playback on the go. The player's slim, compact design easily stores in a backpack or messenger bag, and an automatic power-off feature ensures maximum battery life. For added convenience, the unit runs on two AA batteries (yes, the kind found everywhere), and comes with a pair of advanced, comfortable stereo headphones for crystal clear music playback. The player sports a 3.5-millimeter headphone jack, making it compatible with virtually every headset on the market. Other great features include a digital LCD display and easy-to-operate skip, search, and play/pause controls.
Customer Reviews:
A nice CD player, for 10 bucks no problem!.......2007-10-14
I bought it, no, it does not have basically ANY frills, but it works fine. It has NO skip protection , so if you are going to be using it in a rattle enviroment for get it.
I use it when I am in the Hot Tub, and it worked great -- until I dropped it IN the hot tub, now is doesn't work (It was under water all night.. I didn't notice it) But I am getting the same one and this time I will try and keep it out of the water :)
So for the money it is a great little player, and only uses 2 AA's.
-- just keep it out of the water!
Jim
good product.......2007-08-21
this is a good product for the money. it skips sometimes - when bumped, etc, but its a great buy, i'm glad i got it.
Don't Waste Your Money.......2007-05-05
I bought this CD Player in both the yellow and the blue for my daughters, and both are a piece of junk. Oh, they work o.k. if you are sitting still and holding the jack for the ear phone in just the right spot. But I have borrowed both of them for my evening walks and they suck. Any movement at all make the CD skip. I don't know about most people but if I'm sitting at home I play my CD on my stereoor computer. It's when I'm out walking or shopping that I use a discman. The only upside to this is that if the kids break or lose them it won't be any big loss for the price or quality.
coby cd player.......2007-04-04
once I got one that worked, its great. thanks to Amazon for the great way they handled the problem.
Completely Defective.......2007-03-29
The CD worked fine when I first got it. I played it about 5 times and then it just clicked off after about 1 minute. I tried different CDs, read the instructions through, and it just doesn't work! Since I threw away the packaging and receipt as soon as I got it, I can't apply for a refund or return it so I really lost out here. I definitely would warn you not to buy this item. Or at least keep your receipt and the packaging so you can send it back if it quits after six playings like mine did. I also will probably not buy anything else by Coby unless I can get a guarantee of return/refund if it doesn't work.
Product Description
lightweight on-the-ear, open earcup design * cord length: 40 inches * frequency response: 18-20,000 Hz * weight: 1.63 oz. (without cord) *
Customer Reviews:
Sit close to your Computer.......2007-11-03
Headphones work great, comfortable, good sound quality, but wish the phone leads just came out of one side, another drawback, depending on whether you're are right on top of your PC or not, the overall cord length is too short, only 40" long. There are better choices out there. I have similarly priced headphones that have a 98" cord, and it comes out of only one side of the phones. I would recommend shopping around if this cord length may be an issue for you. Extension leads may be purchased, but cost almost as much as the headphones themselves! Luckily I had an old extension lead. Sorry SONY. A die hard SONY fan nevertheless.
Eep.......2007-09-23
They work, but that is about the best I can say for it. They are a poor fit to the ear and worse of all, the cord is very, very short. This is not suitable unless you can have the source very close to you, and useless if your audio jack is in the back of your computer as it won't reach.
Great for the price........2007-09-08
Some inexpensive headphones were needed for a children's computer lab. These fit the bill perfectly. The sound quality is decent and they appear to be fairly sturdy (none broken after six weeks of kid use). For an adult, the over the head piece is a bit snug, but with a child's smaller head, they work fine.
Sony Bargain Headphones.......2007-05-18
I understand the concept of "you get what you pay for," and I also thought that the Sony brand stood for at least a reasonable expectation of quality no matter the price. So I was very disappointed to discover that these $9.99 headphones are inferior to the ones that came with the Magnavox JogProof CD player that I purchased from Kragen Auto Parts for $15.99.
Quite satisfactory - full bass - good clarity.......2007-04-20
Back in the 1980's I purchased an Awia portable stereo cassette player (walkman) based on it's superior sound (at least compared to others that were offered at the time). I was still using the headset that came with that stereo until a couple days ago when the left side quit. I was very satisfied with the sound as I thought it was well balanced and natural. For a replacement I wanted something that sounded similar to what I was used to hearing. Having been out of the market for 20 years, I had no idea what the new headsets were like. I tried an in the canal type headset and was disappointed in the lack of bass response (comapred to what I was used to). So I decided to try a headphone that was more like the Awia with the open speakers. Sony kept appearing as a highly regarded brand. I wasn't looking for audiophile quality - I probably can't hear that well any more anyway - I just wanted good and cheap. This Sony headset should fit the bill for me. It is a little fuller in the bass than I am used to, but the clarity is considerably better. I described my old Awia headset as being balanced and natural - like a concert hall - and not in need of an equalizer. In comparison I think I would describe this Sony headphone as full and clear, like a studio - more like listening through an enclosed headphone than an open headphone. It's not quite like my old headphones, but quite satisfactory. I think if you like a full bass response you will like this headphone set.
I don't feel as though these are going to fall off my head - actually they are quite tight and I am going to see if I can relax the headband a bit.
Product Description
Coby Electronics is a manufacturer of quality consumer electronics products designed to deliver outstanding performance for value conscious consumers who do not compromise on product performance. Coby incorporates new designs with innovative technologies to produce great looking and great performing consumer electronics products.PRODUCT FEATURES: Slim Compact Design; 1 - Bit D/A Converter; Digital LCD Display; Skip, Search, Play/Pause; Automatic Power Off; 3.5mm Headphone Jack.
Customer Reviews:
Only took two weeks to fall apart..........2007-03-25
I would not recommend this product to anyone. My son
received this cd player for his 10th birthday as a
replacement for an old one. Within two weeks the head-
phones quit working. The unit skips with the slightest
movement, making it no fun and unusable to my son. If
you can believe it, the old cd player is actually more
usuable than this almost brand new Coby cd player. : (
Product Description
Slim Compact Design 1 - Bit D/A Converter Digital LCD Display Skip, Search, Play/Pause Automatic Power Off Requires 2 x "AA" Batteries (Not Included) 3.5mm Headphone Jack
Customer Reviews:
OK unit.......2007-09-24
For the price this portable DVD player is well worth it, & I'm enjoying listening..................
The first disappointing COBY product..........2007-01-11
I've always liked Coby products, but this one deserves no stars at all. This cd player is very inexpensive, and it only runs on batteries. It does not have an anti-skip feature, and it is extremely light sensitive. In order to have continuous play, it must be shielded from any environmental electrical current, sunlight, lamp, light fixture, flash, beam and ambient lighting. I recently bought three of the players (at that price, I figured I'd have a backup once I dropped it a few times), and I've completely "used up" two players. Each one completely died from less than 2 weeks of use. It seems the abuse of using the player in a lit environment ruins the electronic mechanism!
Product Description
Whether you're camping, in an emergency situation, travelling, or comfortably at home, this portable radio offers excellent sound, a digital tuner that receives AM/FM and TV-Audio, has a clock with a wake-up buzzer alarm mode, and operates on batteries or AC. 25 Programmable station memory presets (16 FM and 9 AM) Built-in earbuds (wind up inside the radio!) Auto-shut off Batteries - 2 x AA (not included) Size - 3H x 5 x 1D Weight - 6 Ounces Includes Carrying Case&Stereo EarbudsClick Here to Download the PDF Manual
Customer Reviews:
Best Digital Portable Radio Ever........2007-12-21
This is the second of these radio's. I like to take one along in the car
if there is something I want to hear on TV. Works great.
Recommend this radio to all.
I can't listen to this.......2007-09-27
Let's be honest, the speaker in this thing sounds terrible. It's so shrill and scratchy that AM stations sound hissy and off-frequency, and FM sounds like a toy. Maybe it sounds better through headphones but if you're going to listen to it that way then you might as well get a DT-110 which is a great headphone-only radio.
On top of the bad sound, the plastic case on this one looks really cheap.
On the positive side, it has a sensitive tuner and good features. I especially liked the alarm clock feature. If only Sangean could have made this one sound as good as their SG-622 it would have been a keeper but I can't stand to listen to it so it's going back.
The Best Portable Radio Ever.......2007-09-02
I bought one of these little radios after having several others, including the Grundig. In short, this thing is terrific. It has presets like a car stereo, locks onto signals well, is easy to use, has its own little ear buds and uses batteries sparingly. In fact, I use rechargeable batteries and even those last a good, long time.
This is the happiest I've been with a radio ever. The features, interface and performance are all terrific. Now I do listen to talk radio predominantly, so that's what my performance testing is based on.
one solid hunk o' cheese.......2007-06-26
My radio needs are mostly limited to travel, where I'm away from podcasts, Sirius, TV, and regular radio, and I like to put on the news and maybe fall asleep to whatever. Occasionally I like to listen to a ball game or something. Maybe take it to the beach or camping. So casual needs mostly, but enough to want something reliable with appropriate features. Portability is necessary, but I don't need to use it as a full-time walkman.
Seeing as the iPod has no radio, and even others don't have AM, I've bought a couple of portable radios over the years trying to find something that fit my needs. Some little COBY pos, a couple of small, but not too powerful, SONY models, and even an analog little thingy. Anyway, after the last one I "saved up a little" and bought this one. I was on the verge of getting one of the smaller SANGEAN radios, but this one seemed to have all the right features, and I was willing to live with the bigger size.
PROS
1. digital tuner, powerful AM/FM reception. TV reception, too
2. 10 presets per channel/30 total
3. built-in FM antenna (the smaller Sangean require you to plug-in a wire or the headphones)
4. "seek" feature for scanning frequencies
5. 90-minute auto shut-ff (optional), clock, alarm.
6. Solid build, pretty good sound from the speaker. Certainly good enough for a game or beach tunes. Stands on it's own. Battery cover slides and pivots, for a tight closed position and remains attached so it won't get lost.
7. Normal 1/8 inch Headphone-jack. Could also be used for output to separate speakers. When going thru headphones FM can be switched between stereo and mono for better sound/reception.
8. Simple interface, easy to operate, even in the dark.
MEHS
1. nice leatherette case. will probably lose it, radio doesn't need it really.
2. included, attached, retractable headphones. I guess this is better than HAVING to bring your own, but they might stop working someday, or the spring mechanism might get jammed... not that there's been any indication of this as of yet. Really, they don't sound bad and will be good in a pinch, On the other hand, they probably add (a little extra) bulk and as far as ear-buds go, aren't that confortable.
3. back light - the "light" button turns on a green bulb on the far left that barely lights the whole display. better than nuthin' tho
4. No AC adapter. Not sure I need it, would be nice, probably lose it. The batteries last a loooong time and AA's are cheaper and better than AAA's.
CONS
1. size. A little bigger than a Zune, reminds me of my original plam-pilot. Very portable - definitely fits in your hand, and you could use it walking around or jogging in a pinch, but it might be little awkward at the gym. An acceptable price to pay for a good speaker, AA batteries and whatever else makes this go.
2. price. Kinda steep, but I don't think I'll be buying another radio for a while.
So far, so good. This one has it all
**UPDATE**
I LOVE the attached headphones. They are actually super-convenient, and let me leave my good headphones attached to my iPod. The quick-rewind button is pretty cool.
Mike D........2007-03-19
Excellent performance for the price. Good sound and excellent reception on AM and FM. Two AA batteries seem to last forever. Excellent travel radio; easy to use and easy to pack. This is our second one; first one bit the dust after numerous drops; amazing that it was able to take so many falls; this must be called durability.
Product Description
Slide your iPod nano Gen 2 into the incredible JLab MiniBlaster G2 and you've got the coolest gadget in the world! This ultra portable stereo speaker fits right in your pocket and allows you to blast crystal clear sound from your iPod nano any time and any place... walking, at the beach, camping, hanging with friends, and everywhere you go.
Customer Reviews:
Just what I was hoping for.......2007-08-24
I'm impressed with this little thing. The case is well-made and has a very solid feel. The Nano fits perfectly into the skin and into the MiniBlaster. I didn't have difficulties with the fit like others mentioned. Getting the Nano out takes some pushing, but that's the way it should be. You don't want it falling out on it's own and hitting the pavement. All the Nano controls are accessible. The front, circular control (volume/scroll) works fine through a silicon skin and is very protected.
The reason we buy this thing is for sound and size. Size and weight are impressively minimal. You won't beat that anywhere. As for sound, it's not a home entertainment center or a Bose IPod system - it's a tiny little device that offers maximum portability. If you can bring your Bose system along with you, then do it. If you need something small and more portable, then read on.
The sound has a distinct clarity. Mids to highs are crisp and well separated. What you loose is bass. It's attenuated, but not dull or muddy. I wasn't expecting strong bass with a frequency response of 450Hz to 20KHz. It's not built for it and shouldn't be expected.
It's made, as others have said, for you and a couple of friends in an environment without too much ambient noise. If you are looking for a system that you can play at a beech party with a big group of friends, keep looking, because this isn't it. Too many voices chatting away will drown this little thing out.
In a reasonably quiet room or out on the trail, you get enough volume to really enjoy the music. It's loud enough to hear the detail in the sound. It even gets too loud for conversations and has to be turned down. Don't get me wrong, the neighbors won't be calling or stomping on the floor. It has what it needs to fill the niche that it's designed for.
I personally like the sound with the EQ set to "Small Speakers" - seems like a good balance for Classic Rock which I tend to listen to the most.
If you want a small, light and very portable speaker system to free you from headphones and make portable music a social experience between friends again, then you are onto something.
Enjoy!
Great for use while traveling.......2007-08-11
I wanted to be able to listen to podcasts and my own music while commuting and so first purchased (for $80) an FM converter that plugged into the lighter and my iPod and then matched an unused frequency to play what was on the iPod. The sound wasn't great and it changed depending on where I was driving. I spent a lot of time trying to find the right static frequency and match it with the device. In the short time that I tried it out I had to switch frequencies twice.
So, I looked for a speaker. I decided that it wouldn't be a disaster to buy something at this price to try even if it didn't work great. It was what I was looking for! I can use it in the car and also other places where I want to play what is on my ipod so that others can hear. It is not great sound quality, but it is much better than what I was getting with the FM converter and much easier. I can either use batteries or the AC adaptor (I already have a device that converts the cigarette lighter into AC power).
It is a great solution for what I was looking for.
Good Product.......2007-07-26
I recommend this product over similar products that are outrageously expensive. Powerful sound for it's size and easy to use. Great value.
Wow, under 15 bucks including shipping!.......2007-07-04
Don't expect too much bass out of -any- tiny speakers but as a way to turn your nano into a sort of 21st century "transistor radio" equivalent with stereo audio and a better sound quality, this little thing is superb. Talk radio podcasts are delivered very clearly and music can be enjoyed to an extent especially if you choose an appropriate EQ setting on your nano. Volume capability is decent, just don't expect to entertain an audience bigger than about two or three. Battery life is good for the 4x AAA batteries.
JLab Audio.......2007-06-08
The sound is good from the Miniblaster, but getting my Ipod in and out of it is a real chore!! It is very difficult to do. It not only is very hard to place in the miniblaster, but getting it out is even worse. I like the size of it as it doesn't take up a lot of room when I place it on the counter. Just difficult to use. It is also hard to adjust the volume with the "skin" on it.
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