Archos Jukebox 20 GB Digital Audio Player/Recorder/Hard Drive 500277

Average customer rating:

5 stars for longevity!

Rarely works

2 years on and still going strong!

Keep looking...

Dated Jukebox Still Satisfies

Archos Jukebox 20 GB Digital Audio Player/Recorder/Hard Drive 500277

Manufacturer: Archos
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

MP3 Players | Portable Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
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20 GB | Hard Drive-Based | MP3 Players | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
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Product Features:

Dual 20 GB digital audio player and hard drive

Stores over 330 hours of CD-quality music, or approximately 500 albums

2 MB memory buffer stores from 30 to 100 seconds of music to prevent interruptions

USB 2.0 interface for transfer rate up to 480 Mbps

Supports MP3 files; Windows and Mac compatible

ASIN: B0000633EO

Product Description

The ARCHOS Jukebox Recorder 20 is the first, portable MP3 recorder with a 20GB hard drive that is also compatible with USB 2.0. It provides the awesome capability of recording directly from any audio source - real-time, on-the-fly recording of up to 300 hours (500 audio CDs - 5000 songs) of top-quality music in MP3 format. You can record direct from a stereo, CD player radio, or microphone via the stereo, line-in jack without needing to use a computer. It is also a voice recorder with a built-in microphone. You can record from any analog or digital sources at bit-rates up to 160 Kbps and can port your recordings back to the PC without any specialized software. This exciting Jukebox Recorder/Player is the first palm-sized, real-time MP3 encoder, plus an MP3 Player and 20 GB hard drive that connects to the computer through an ultra-fast USB 2.0 interface. There's no need for special software to download MP3 songs. Just drag and drop MP3 files from Windows Explorer. With the USB 2.0 interface, the transfer data speed is up to 480Mbps. The Jukebox Recorder 20 can be used as an optional hard drive to store all your data, images, software, etc. Update with a simple click at the ARCHOS website, and download the latest firmware that supports additional software extensions. Merge your entire collection of MP3s and CDs into one handheld device. Slip it into your pocket, and listen to all your favorite music wherever you go!

Amazon.com Product Description

The Archos Jukebox Recorder 20 combines an MP3 recording device with a 20 GB hard drive for storing up to 330 hours of MP3 audio. Merge your entire collection of MP3s and CDs onto one handheld device. Slip it into your pocket, and listen to all your favorite music wherever you go.

You can record from any analog or digital source at bit rates up to 160 Kbps, and you can port your recordings back to your PC without any specialized software. The Jukebox Recorder 20 hard drive doubles as a portable 20 GB hard drive for PC or Mac laptops and desktop computers to store all your data, images, and software. The Jukebox Recorder 20 is compatible with USB 2.0, with up to a 480 MBps transfer rate; it's also backwards compatible with USB 1.1. (Note that if using a USB 1.1 connection, the maximum transfer rate you can expect is 12 MBps.)

There's no need for special software to download MP3 songs--just drag and drop MP3 files from Windows Explorer or from the Mac desktop. Update with a simple click at the Archos Web site and download the latest firmware that supports additional software extensions.

The Jukebox Recorder 20 is powered by either AC power (adapter included) or four AA batteries. It also comes with stereo headphones, carrying pouch, USB cable, master software, and driver diskette.

Customer Reviews:

5 stars for longevity!.......2006-11-22

I've had one of these ugly little beauties for over 3 years and it still won't quit! On average I reckon I've listened to it about once per day for that whole time. I've also dropped it so many times I've lost count, and spilt water and coffee on it (a 12 hour dry out and it was working again). I've changed the rechargeable batteries once or twice, with generic replacements from Tandy. My only gripe with it is that the circuitry has become a bit more noisy over time (leading to audible interference during playback). I didn't even realise it had a built-in microphone until I read the reviews here today - so it's gone up in my estimation once more!

Rarely works.......2005-03-29

I have used my device rarely for 2 yrs, sent it for service but with little improvement. Problem seems to be that it can't do anything useful like sound recording or connecting to computer while batteries are charging, and the charging takes 15 hours while useful time is 1-2 hours.

2 years on and still going strong!.......2005-03-22

It's been almost 2 years since I bought this mp3 player... and I bought it used, so who knows how long it had been used before that, and under what conditions.

Two weeks ago, I got new batteries for the player, as the included batteries had gotten down to about 2.5 hours of play time. I bought a set of 4 Energizer batteries here on amazon (they're relatively cheap here too!), and now, i probably get 12 hours of battery life.

I used to get worried when my player got down to about 30% battery life. Now i see that and i think "oh well, i'll charge it tomorrow night or something." So that's amazing.

The harddrive is almost full. I've got about 1 gig left. Every CD i own is on this player right now, along with a bunch of DJ mixes and whatnot. I'm hoping to get a 40gig laptop harddrive and replace the 20 sometime soon. Just a note, I own probably 300-400 CDs... so... it wasn't easy to fill this thing.

Also, if you've got this player, you should consider getting the iM2 speakers from Altec Lansing (get them here, and get them used, if you're smart). Those things get really loud for the size, and the color scheme actually matches the Archos! It's replaced my boombox in one swoop, and made vacations music-filled again.

For playlists, I recommend Winamp. Its free and easy. I just started getting into playlist making, and there's NOTHING like hopping into your car, hitting play, and knowing you've got 250 songs from various artists coming in random order (shuffle, of course).

So to wrap this up, I'll give you some essentials that I've learned from using this player over the years:

1) Download RockBox, and use it. The list of improvements is a mile long, and not subtle. For one, it shortens the time from power on to playing from about 30 seconds, to about 4.

2) Altec Lansing iM2 speakers

3) for car use, your options at this point are:
a) cassette adapter
b) in-dash cd player with Aux In (i got one! woo!)
c) fm transmitter (dont get this, it is a WASTE of money, and a gimmick to boot)

4) can anyone find a slightly more attractive carrying case than the "fanny pack" looking one that comes with it? that would be golden.

All in all, a great player, very durable, very upgradable, not for the computer illiterate.

Keep looking..........2004-12-05

I have had mine for about a year and a half now. It is reliably unreliable. There are bad sectors on the drive (apparently of Hitachi manufacture), which are uncorrectable and often result in unrecoverable data. The drive seems to panic unpredictably during data transfers (clicks, thrashes, locks up my computer for minutes at a time or until I reboot it), even when it is fully powered up and has been connected to the power cable for hours. This is the least reliable hard drive I've ever seen.

I bought it because it was supposed to be easier to see this drive in Linux than the Creative or Apple MP3 players. I also liked the idea that you can download the open-source Rockbox software to improve the functionality of the player. I wish now that I had just paid the premium for a better designed product. The factors on which I based my purchasing decision are moot if the product itself doesn't work for squat. I'm staying away from Archos from now on and hoping I don't get burned the next time I pick an MP3 player.

Dated Jukebox Still Satisfies.......2004-12-04

Though it's getting kind of dated already (gee, has it already been two years?), the Archos Jukebox Recorder 20 is still my favorite electronics device I own. It has incredible sound for an MP3 player, let me say. I love its look and feel and the navigation is very user friendly and natural, in my opinion. It also seems to be quite sturdy, as I've dropped it several times without a problem.

Also, a note about its versatility: The early Jukebox models like this are really nice for people who are into customizable music collections, variable bit rate MP3s, etc. If you want to also, you can download the Rockbox hack for the Jukebox. It's basically an open source OS for the Jukebox that replaces the lackluster ARCHOS software. This adds much capability to your player, including gaming software, added functionality, battery life extension, customizeable sound, etc. Just do a search for it online.

PROS:

- Wonderful full-spectrum sound.
- Large storage space (it might as well have been unlimited for me)
- Great for people who are in to customizing their MP3 collection, using open source, etc.
- Easy menu system
- Batteries are replaceable, so you could keep it forever.

CONS:
- Heavy, heavy, heavy
- Initial software is limited, though Rockbox software is great.
- ARCHOS product support is bad, from what I know.

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3 Piece Starter Kit for Motorola V180

Manufacturer: Eforcity
ProductGroup: CE

Handheld & PDA Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics | Cases & Screen Protectors | Chargers, Adapters & Batteries | GPS | Keyboards & Styluses | Kits | Memory Cards | Multimedia | Sync Cables & Cradles | Wireless
Product Features:

Includes Cigarette lighter adapter, Leather carrying case and Hands free earbud

Car cord powers your phone and recharges the battery while on the go

Genuine full-grain leather carrying case with clear plastic front protects the display and keypad

Comfortable earbud, mini shirt clip optimizes microphone placement & eliminates cord weight pull

Compatible with Motorola V180 V188

ASIN: B000HGHYL0

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Radian is an innovative brand committed to bringing value to the marketplace without sacrificing product performance, quality, technology and support.This product is designed for Epson Stylus 740, 760.For a complete compatibility list please refer to the original manufacturer's web site.

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3ware Escalade 7000-2 - storage controller (RAID) - ATA-133 - PCI

Manufacturer: 3ware
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Host Bus Adaptors | Drives & Storage | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B0007RB1XQ

Product Description

3ware's Escalade 7000-2 ATA RAID controller delivers affordable hardware RAID for workstations. Based on proven network switching technology, 3ware's StorSwitch architecture provides superior reliability and performance over software-based ATA solutions. 3ware's Escalade 7000-2 card sets the workstation standard for ATA RAID. Driven by desktop PC volumes, ATA disk drives represent a tremendous value with higher capacity, reliability and performance than ever before. By providing the features and performance previously available only high end RAID systems, 3ware's Escalade controllers bring true fault-tolerant RAID features to workstations using cost-effective ATA drives. The Escalade 7000-2 controller meets or exceeds the requirements for new storage applications such as video editing, gaming and fault tolerant workstations.3ware's non-blocking, StorSwitch architecture with onboard processor makes the difference. Similar to network packet-switching hardware, StorSwitch architecture delivers superior reliability, scalability, and high performance over traditional ATA solutions. Each disk drive has a dedicated cable for both drive and cable fault isolation providing greater system reliability. StorSwitch architecture incorporates RAID 0 and 1 functions in hardware for higher performance than software implementations. The on-board processor handles all disk commands, and directs data flow through the switch for reliable RAID operation, fully independent of the host CPU and OS. The 7000-2 supports drive hot-swap, allowing for RAID 1 drive replacement while the system is running.By enabling reliable, cost-effective, high-performance storage that is easy to integrate and manage, the Escalade 7000-2 ATA RAID controller sets the standard in workstation storage.

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Increase airflow through your computer while maintaining a safe operating environment with StarTech.com's FANGUARD8_5. Designed to cover 8cm case fans, this product proves StarTech.com carries all of the hard-to-find computer parts professionals need to build systems.

Average customer rating:

Good While It Lasted

Very good item to buy

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Aiwa XPMP3 Portable MP3-CD Player/Car Kit/Dot Matrix Display

A Problem Solver For Sure

Aiwa XP-MP3 Portable CD/MP3 Player with Anti-Skip Protection

Manufacturer: Aiwa
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

All Portable CD Players | Portable CD Players | Portable Audio & Video | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
MP3-CD Players | Portable CD Players | Portable Audio & Video | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
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Sennheiser HD570 Traditional Over-Ear Open Dynamic Hi-Fi Stereo Headphones (Black)

Product Features:

Portable CD player with CD-R/RW and MP3 playback

ID3 tag display with scrolling, 64-character dot-matrix display

Anti-shock system offers 10 seconds of skip protection

24-track programmable CD player

Includes AC adapter and in-ear stereo headphones

ASIN: B00005M1VI

Product Description

Aiwa's XP-MP3 is an MP3-capable portable CD player with excellent audio quality and perhaps the best song/directory navigation on the market. The XP-MP3 plays standard audio CDs, as well as MP3 files. It supports both CD-R and CD-RW discs and will even play back multisession discs. Sound quality is quite good for all audio files. Aiwa's consumer audio experience shows in the XP-MP3's control panel. Controls are logically laid out in an oval pattern, with dedicated keys for moving between directories. You can play MP3 CDs in Disc mode, where all operations affect the entire CD, or in Album mode, where they work on a single directory. The LCD screen shows the current track and album number, as well as the various playback options such as random, program, and resume.There's more - along with MP3 playback, the XP-MP3 gives you all the accessories you need for MP3 CDs in the car! With the included car cassette and car power adapters, you really can take your MP3s everywhere. On top of that, you get Electronic Anti Shock System Plus (to reduce skipping when listening to regular audio CDs), Dynamic Super Linear bass boost, and a sturdy design that can handle rough treatment.

Amazon.com Product Description

Play MP3-CDs, CD-R, CD-RW, and conventional discs, with the Aiwa XPMP3. With its E.A.S.S. (Electronic Anti-Shock System) technology, you'll get 10 seconds of skip protection with audio (inactive during MP3 playback) for protection against rocky roads--particularly handy when you use the included car kit adapter and take your tunes on the road. An in-line remote control, a start-mode switch for faster CD startup, and some snazzy over-the-ear headphones come with the player.

Customer Reviews:

Good While It Lasted.......2003-12-10

I found this player to be quite nice until it died. The user interface is good and it played MP3's without problem. Unfortunately, it only lasted about 1-1/2 years before dying. This is with moderate use in an office environment. Absolutely no harsh handling at all. I guess it is a testament to the quality Aiwa puts into their products. Needless to say, I won't buy another Aiwa product again.

Very good item to buy.......2002-11-09

i bought the MP3 player from the website. it is just same as it looks like in a pic.i got my deliverly on time, and every thing was in a perfect condition and the packing of the MP3 was so good.

Great.......2002-10-24

had it for a year now, surpassed all my expectations.

Aiwa XPMP3 Portable MP3-CD Player/Car Kit/Dot Matrix Display.......2002-05-22

I have been listening to mp3 songs for almost three years now, mostly using PC (Kudos' to Winamp team) in the initial years and wanted to buy a portable mp3-CD player for really long time. As with any technology I expected that the price would come down, so I can buy. Finally I bought this player two months back when it was on sale for little less than [money] after returning my Creative JukeBox (20GB,[more money]). My ratings are based on the extremely low price I paid. I use it in both at Home (hooked with my Sony music system) as well in my Car. I am extremely happy with the purchase (less $$$), and happy with the product.

Tips/General:
1.If my mp3 CD is organized into folders/files reads quickly as opposed all the files in the root directory.
2.Like all AIWA products the BASS is more in the output, that is a negative rating to me (which is the main reason I went for Sony in the past).

Plus:
1. Extremely low price
2. Plays all my mp3 files. Both fixed (128/44) and VBR encoded.
3. I liked the display and the absence of backlight never bothered me. The Album and Track information is more than sufficient for me to decide whether to play or skip a song.
4. Navigation is really simple with Folder/Track skip buttons.
5. I noticed very little skips on very bumpy roads in the mp3 mode.(It doesn't bother me, since most of my driving is in good roads) I don't jog so I can't rate the performance of Jog proof.

Negative:
1.Quality of the mp3 decoding is poor when compared with creative jukebox and Winamp outputs. I have offset this by encoding my CD rips into VBRs. I use EAC and Lame for encoding my CDs.
2.The Cassette adopter is poor. It does not align with my CAR deck. I have to manually move the adapter up/down to get better sound. If I listen using headphones it is fine.
3.Output volume is low (It doesn't bother me much, since I jack up the volume in the CAR/music system)

A Problem Solver For Sure.......2002-04-27

I purchased this item so that I could hook it up to my home theater system and listen to my mp3 cds. It plays all burned cds with no problems, unlike my 'Bose Home Theater System' and my 'Sanyo Home Theater System'. I am buying another one today so I can hook one up in my bedroom and one in the living room. I have done extensive research on foot and on the internet and this player hooked up to my aux input line is my best solution. As I said I have two other home theater systems that say they play mp3 cds but they are terrible at it. Won't read disc right or skip over alot of songs. The Aiwa unit performs great. If you are in the same situation as me then you can't go wrong with this unit. I keep it stationary so the anti skip doesn't affect me. Hope this helps in your decision.

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Bring out the best in your printer and your work - by using Hewlett-Packard printer accessories and supplies. They're designed and manufactured to meet the same high standards as your Hewlett-Packard printer. They'll work with your printer to deliver exceptional print quality and years of reliable performance.

Customer Reviews:

fast delivery.......2007-01-10

the product was deliveried fast it was exactly what i need, but had a hint of cigarette smoke smell to it.

Great DIY shirts!.......2006-11-13

These are wonderful! You just print anything you want to transfer and then iron them on. You have your custom shirt under 10 minutes!! The only drawback is that they transfer together with the white background unlike the ones for white fabric (So, remember *not* to flip your image when you print!). So you need to trim the print out carefully not leaving a border. Similarly, if you want to print text, you may want to print them in a backgrund box. Using it is super-easy. Just make sure you are using a 100% cotton fabric, that's all.

waste of time and money!!.......2006-11-08

first of all, it took FOREVER to get the trsfers to stick to the t-shirts, then, they only give you one of those papers to go between each transfer and the iron which meant that once each one started getting sticky, I had no choice but to keep using it therefore RUINING the shirts. Maybe it was just user error, but this isn't the first time I've done T-shirt trasnfers, yet only two out of the included 6 actually came out right. Avery trasfers are far easier to use (I just wish they didn't leave the tea-stain effect). All in all, these have proven to be hit or miss with me, and they're too pricey to be going through trial and error.

I use them in my professional heat press.......2003-12-07

These transfer are really a lot more than what I expected. Although the instructions are guided for home iron print; in a professional heat transfer press, heating at 375 Farenheit for 20 seconds with medium hard pressure gives me great results. I strongly recomend this.

Iron-On Transfers for Color Fabrics, 8-1/2 x 11, 6 Sheets/Pack (HEWQ1974A)

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Iron on transfers

Iron-On Transfers for Color Fabrics, 8-1/2 x 11, 6 Sheets/Pack (HEWQ1974A)

Manufacturer: HEWLETT-PACKARD
ProductGroup: Office Product
Binding: Office Product

Photo Enhanced Paper | Photography | Sewing, Craft & Hobby | Categories | Home & Garden

Product Features:

Description - Iron-On Transfers for Color Fabrics
Machine Compatibility - Ink Jet
Sheet Size - 8-1/2 x 11
Sheet Quantity - 6 per Pack

ASIN: B0006UZ8E2

Product Description

Item #: HEWQ1974A. HP Creative Expressions Paper
Original HP supplies. The science behind brilliant print. HP papers are matched with HP printers and print cartridges to bring exceptional quality to all your printing creations; photos, brochures, flyers, presentations, reports and more.
Iron-On Transfers for Color Fabrics
8-1/2 x 11
6 Sheets per Pack
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Customer Reviews:

Iron on transfers.......2007-03-18

Hard to rate before use. I plan to use in making Christmas gifts 2007.
Was shipped as promised.

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