Sony CFD-E100 Portable CD Radio Cassette Recorder

Product Description

Sony's CFD-E100 CD Radio Cassette Recorder gives people the chance to enjoy their favorite music in multiple formats. Tune in to your favorite radio stations, dig out those old mix tapes or enjoy your favorite mix CDs. The 2-way midrange tweeters and High Energy Bass Reproduction give you sound you can feel. CD-R/RW playback 20-track RMS programming Mega Bass Sound Mega Xpand Sound Enhancement CD play modes - Program/Shuffle/Repeat 4 track, 2 channel stereo cassette player

Customer Reviews:

Beats the competition.......2007-09-09

For the price, I think it's an incredible bargain. It looks really cute, it's modern and not over the top. It's also compact and the cd sound quality is quite good. The radio is digital i.e doesn't use a dial so that is pretty cool as well. It comes with a remote but I haven't used it and it also has a cassette deck player which I have used either. I primarily use it at work to listen to the radio or cd's and it fits nicely on my desk without taking up a lot of space and I have received lots of comments on how nice-looking it is.

Most other boomboxes in the same price range can't rival this in terms of features, quality, looks or any other category. Recommended.

perfect size and style.......2007-08-14

great little player. love it so far. this was the only compact good looking player I could find for my kitchen top. only gripe is that it doesnt have mp3 support.

Nifty little machine.......2007-08-09

I have not tried to record an audio cassette yet but it is nice to have a machine with that capacity especially in a single deck design. The other components -- radio and cassette and CD playback -- work fine. This is a cleverly designed and attractive machine and I am very satisfied with it.

poor sound quality.......2007-07-16

Has a button for mega bass. No sound difference. Would return except through the carton away while moving. Has very poor sound quality.

NOT A BAD, LITTLE 'SOUND BOX'!.......2007-07-08

We brought this little guy home the day before the 4TH and have only good things to say about it!

True, we also had to consult the owners manual briefly....but our egos were not bruised in the process.

And you do have to shade the display to see it in sunlight, but as another reviewer recently stated....anything to save the batteries!

We are audiophiles and find the 'mega bass' button to be superfluous. Just leave it on and enjoy the big sound!

This little portable was purchased so we can enjoy favorite CDs and radio stations on our small sailboat (when not actually sailing). Since the boat has only 12 volt power, switch to the batteries, and it fits the purpose mightily!

PROS:
Sound
Size
Signal Strength
Steadying Rubber Foot Pads
Separate Power Cord

CONS: None

Sony CFD-E90PS Psyc CD Radio Cassette Recorder Boombox (White)

Average customer rating:

cassette lovers beware
Sony Boombox
A true piece of junk
A dandy cd/tape player
my 8 year old (now 9) loves this machine (as do we)

Sony CFD-E90PS Psyc CD Radio Cassette Recorder Boombox (White)

Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Accessories & Supplies | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Accessories:

Product Features:

CD, cassette, and radio boombox with rounded PSYC molding and fashionable coloring
Slim, color-matched remote control, CD-cassette synchro dubbing
20 FM and 10 AM station presets; drift-free digital PLL tuning
Sleep/wake timer, jog dial for easy clock setting, and track selection
Audio CD-R/CD-RW playback compatibility, Mega Bass low-end sound enhancement

ASIN: B0001RM82U
Release Date: 2004-03-15

Product Description

The new Psyc CD Radio Cassette Recorder sounds as good as it looks. The rounded, compact design allows for easy portability and storage, and features like Jog Dial, Sleep/Wake Timer and Mega Bass Sound give you maximum performance and versatility. Enjoy great sound and style with the CFD-E90PSWHI.

Amazon.com Product Description

Sony's stylized, flare-white CFD-E90PS PSYC CD/radio cassette recorder offers sweeping round curves and versatile media playback so your tunes can go almost anywhere you do. The 2.3-watts-per-channel boombox is equipped with a jog dial to help you make clock adjustments and quickly select the CD tracks you're looking for. Its one-bit digital-to-analog audio converter includes 8x oversampling for pristine, accurate sound. And, the CFD-E90PS's digital AM/FM stereo tuner boasts 30-station memory presets (20 FM, 10 AM).

With synchronized CD/cassette dubbing, CD playback commences just after cassette recording begins. The stereo record/playback cassette deck provides direct recording from either the tuner or the CD player. Other features include Mega Bass sound for low-frequency enhancement, 20-track CD programming, and a sleep/wake timer with variable settings so you fall asleep or wake to CD or radio. The CFD-E90PS also comes with a color-matched remote control, and a .125-inch headphone jack affords private listening.

Power the device through the extended power cord, or use 6 C batteries for true portability. The remote control requires 2 AAA batteries, and a clock- and memory-setting back-up features uses 3 AA batteries (no batteries included). When using batteries, expect about 7 hours of CD playback or 15 hours of cassette play or 20 hours of radio use. The boombox includes a telescopic FM antenna and built-in ferrite-bar antenna for AM radio reception.

What's in the Box
Boombox, remote control, AC power cord, a user's manual, and warranty information.

Customer Reviews:

cassette lovers beware.......2007-06-20

The bummer with this player is a little rubber drive belt, very very thin, which busts after minimal use. I had to call Sony to get a replacement belt, and disassembling the player is not easy. For all the fine technology that went into this product, its a shame to have it wasted by a flimsy belt.

Sony Boombox.......2007-01-18

My wife & I really like this little machine. Very portable, easy to use, and the sound is big enough to fill our dance studio (size of a small gymnasium). Good value for the price.

A true piece of junk.......2005-01-29

I bought this product on a Friday and returned it the following Tuesday. It was one of the biggest disappointments I ever wasted my money on. The size, weight, and cute little round shape are the only good things about it. The quality of the audio was terrible. Very unbalanced, even when you play CD's. And when you turn the volume up higher, you get more static than music. The display was faulty as well; letters missing. I was shocked that a top name like SONY would distribute such a crappy product. Maybe I just got a dud, but I would highly recommend that anyone looking for a boombox with these features in this price range look at the Sony CFD-F10 instead. It's a much better buy for $10 more.

A dandy cd/tape player.......2004-12-20

I have owned about six of this sort of thing over the years, and this is the best by far. It has all the features I wanted is very user friendly, and has very good sound. It's a teensy bit big, but otherwise is just wonderful.

my 8 year old (now 9) loves this machine (as do we).......2004-11-03

We checked out several brands and several Sony products before deciding on this one.It is a bit pricey for a kid but compared to what we have had in the past, and what we have looked at, this machine is the best value for its price. In this case, you do get what you pay for. This is a quality product that should last a long time.

We bought this(although in blue) an 8 year B-day for our son. He is now 9 1/2 and we could not be more pleased with this purchase. He loves it!

It is a bit too complex for a child his age to program but was easy for an adult. Once programed, the ease of use of all its functions is easily used by him.

This machine plugs into the wall as well as has a battery backup (although it is 6 C size batteries). It is usually plugged in when inside but the battery option has been so handy when we have had severe weather and lost power.

Also, great to take with you as it's size and built in handle makes it easy for transport-be it on a camping trip or in the fort out back.

The headphones jack is great as well. Kids can listen to their tunes without flooding the house! And more than one child can listen to their own music without turning up the sound to drown out each other.

The only drawbacks I found for this machine are not big issues but thought should be mentioned:

(1) that it does take up a bit of room on the night stand but then my son enjoys having it on the floor instead anyway!

(2) The LCD screen flashes in 4 different colors. You can set it to be stationary on one color (which I prefer) but my son likes it blinking. It seems the blinking would be disrupting to a good, restful nights sleep so he has to reset the blinking/non-blinking every night(which is just one more thing to do at bedtime) Not a major thing, but something I'd rather not have.

We are getting this machine for 2 other children in the house this year. That is how much we like it.

Sony CFD-E90 CD Radio Cassette Recorder (White)

Average customer rating:

Place Fist Here and Pound
The sound quality sucks!
Error - No Disc Message - Unit is Junk after 5 months
Junk
Poor Quality, Not What I Expect From Sony

Sony CFD-E90 CD Radio Cassette Recorder (White)

Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Product Features:

CD, cassette, and radio boombox with CD-cassette synchro dubbing
Compact remote control, fold-out carry handle
20 FM and 10 AM station presets; drift-free digital PLL tuning
Sleep/wake timer, jog dial for easy clock setting, and track selection
Audio CD-R/CD-RW playback compatibility, Mega Bass low-end sound enhancement

ASIN: B0001MMH80
Release Date: 2004-03-15

Product Description

The CFD-E90WHITE has style and substance. The compact design is slim and sleek, looking both classic and space age. This boombox boasts some cool features too. It has jog dial, which lets you scroll quickly through tracks, and the CD-R/RW playback compatibility allows you to play your own burned CDs. The digital AM/FM stereo tuner provides accurate drift-free tuning, and 30 station presets give you lots of choices. The cassette deck can record directly from the stereo tuner, or playback your own tapes. The Mega Bass Sound System provides rich, deep bass tones for a powerful overall sound.

Amazon.com Product Description

Sony's white CFD-E90 PSYC CD/radio cassette recorder offers sweeping curves and versatile media playback so your tunes can go almost anywhere you do. The 2.3-watts-per-channel boombox is equipped with a jog dial to help you make clock adjustments and quickly select the CD tracks you're looking for. Its one-bit digital-to-analog audio converter includes 8x oversampling for pristine, accurate sound. And, the CFD-E90's digital AM/FM stereo tuner boasts 30-station memory presets (20 FM, 10 AM).

With synchronized CD/cassette dubbing, CD playback commences just after cassette recording begins. The stereo record/playback cassette deck provides direct recording from either the tuner or the CD player. Other features include Mega Bass sound for low-frequency enhancement, 20-track CD programming, current-time display, and a sleep/wake timer with variable settings so you fall asleep or wake to CD or radio. The CFD-E90 also comes with a color-matched remote control, and a .125-inch headphone jack affords private listening.

What's in the Box
Boombox, remote control, AC power cord, a user's manual, and warranty information.

Customer Reviews:

Place Fist Here and Pound.......2007-01-16

I really did like this product, back when it actually worked. Then I started getting the infamous "No Disc" message. I really think Sony should do something about this unit. I don't know why they just didn't make it to say "Place Fist Here and Pound" instead of "No Disc." That really is what it makes you feel like. I finally got fed up and went to Best Buy for a replacement product. I bought a Sony CFD-S350, and it works fine. I guess the E series was just a really bad design or something.

The sound quality sucks!.......2006-06-08

Terrible sound quality and non-intuitive controles. Lack of digital radio tuning a HUGE turn-off for radio listeners. Don't buy this piece of junk.

Error - No Disc Message - Unit is Junk after 5 months.......2005-06-02

I purchased the Cd Radio Cassette-Corder CFD-E90 for my 1 year old son for Christmas. About a month ago we started getting the Error - No Disc problem. It seems to be getting progressivly worse. The unit will not play CDs anymore and it is less than 6 months old! Never again - I even paid extra to get the Sony name, but I won't do it again......

Junk.......2004-10-08

We received 2 as gifts last Christmas. Both broke in 90 days - same issue as everyone else - "No disc" error. AVOID AT ANY PRICE!!!!!!! This is junk!!!!!

Poor Quality, Not What I Expect From Sony.......2004-08-30

Purchased it to use on job sites; didn't need anything too fancy, the smaller size is what attracted me. The cassette feature along with CD seemed like a nice bonus.

However, after one week the CD Player would not play a disc, instead read "no disc" even when one was inserted. I later have read where this is a common failure with this unit. I returned it and tried another, but this one gave the "no disc" error right out of the box. Very disappointing product from Sony.

I ended up returning it and got something else entirely. Don't waste your time on this product.

Product Description

SuperFlat Navajo White easy-to-hide speaker cable is decorator-friendly for home theater systems and other out-of-wall hookups. This Monster's most popular low profile, ultra-flexible high-performance speaker cable comes in convenient precuts. It features flat profile for unobtrusive runs along baseboards and under carpet, and flexible design for easy routing in corners and around doorframes. Paintable/stainable Navajo White jacket matches all interiors.

Product Description

Caller ID allows you to enjoy your private time at home, without having to be interrupted by unwanted telephone calls. Caller ID shows you who is calling, so that you can choose whether or not to pick up the telephone. With Caller ID Call Waiting, you can view the name and number of incoming callers, even if you're already on the line.

Amazon.com Product Description

Life is too busy to bother with unwanted, nuisance telephone calls. With the Southwestern Bell/Conair FM147, you'll enjoy support for caller ID with call waiting service from your telephone service provider, helping you simplify and take control of your telephone life. Identify up to 64 callers with programmable name and number memory on a three-line LCD display before answering the phone or returning calls. Then you can decide whether to interrupt your work to answer any incoming call, be it identified or unidentified.

It's easy to return missed telephone calls with the Southwestern Bell/Conair FM147, thanks to redial and call back features. The three-line LCD displays the name and number of the caller, the date and time of the call, and indicates private or out-of-area calls, plus how many messages you have collected. Extra features include a low battery indicator, review and erase functions, full memory display, contrast control, and your choice of three languages (English, Spanish, or French), plus a one-year limited warranty.

Customer Reviews:

Be Careful When Purchasing This Product.......2001-11-22

When I originally signed up for Caller ID it was before Call Waiting ID was available in my area. The original box worked fine. I particularly liked the redialing button that allowed me to call back ALL numbers that come in from the box.

However, since I now have Call Waiting ID, I obviously wanted a box that would allow me to take full advantage of that feature. I also wanted one that can store more than 50 numbers. That's why I purchased this new box by Southwestern Bell.

On a positive note, the box does display waiting calls while you are on another call. It also has an easy to read display. The blinking red new call indicator is easy to spot from a distance. But...

The redial button only works for LOCAL CALLS. I don't mind the box letting me know that a call is out of my local calling area, but I want the option to dial toll and long distance calls from the box. This box does not. This is particularly annoying to me because sometimes I check my cell phone messages from my land line phone to save airtime charges (but it's a toll call, so the redial button doesn't work). It will however, let me dial certain calls in different area codes (automatically putting the "1" in front), as long as it's "local" (non-toll).

My old box was nice in this area, because if the call was out of my area code, all I had to do was press one button before pressing "dial" to insert a "1" before the area code that was already displayed. It also gave me three dialing options (7-digit, area code with 7-digit and "1" with area code with 7-digit). This is very important because certain area codes are requiring callers to dial even your local area code due to "overlapping" area codes.

Another annoying thing about this new box is that there is no audio indication that a call is waiting. The other day I was on the phone, I didn't realize someone was calling me until I looked at the box (and that red new call indicator was shining). However, by then the person had already hung up.

I would only recommend this box for people who rarely make toll calls. Just remember to keep your eye on the box while you're on a call.

The price is right and you get Caller-ID on Call Waitig.......2000-09-22

This is a nifty little device. It works well and has a nice large display. It also has a voicemail indicator if you have phone company voicemail. The nice thing about this box is that it will pick up Caller-ID from Call Waiting no matter which phone you happen to be talking on. That way you will have a record of all your calls.

Drawbacks:

1. It is very easy to hit the redial button accidently which will either dial the currently displayed number or the latest call and there is no way to abort the dialing on the unit.

2. No backlight

3. Calls are counted individually rather then uniquely. The 64 call memory actually says 68 according to mine, but these are not the last 64-68 unique calls I have received but the actual last 64-68 calls I have received. Other devices I have will keep a count of unique calls and it takes much longer to overflow their memories. This is however a good purchase if you just want to have a display that will get Call Waiting calls and you don't want to spend a lot of money.

DO NOT buy this product!.......2000-08-25

I bought this about 3 weeks ago, even after reading some of the negative reviews here and thinking "they don't apply to me." I should have paid attention. I don't have a computer hooked up to this line, so there were no issues with that. Just a plain old phone line with Call Waiting Caller ID from my phone company.

My box didn't forget it had call waiting, in fact, it created its own call waiting! Often it signalled there was another call coming in while I was on the phone, and there was none. I kept clicking over to answer it and hanging up on the person I was originally talking to. This happened constantly- at least every five minutes during every phone call. And when I actually had another call coming in, it didn't even recognize it. This created a lot of confusion and a lot of disconnects on my part. I finally had family, friends, and even clients requesting I turn the box off before talking to them. Another bad thing about this unit is that it mutes out the call waiting beep when you do have another call coming in, which creates a heck of a lot of confusion. The current box I have now does not do this.

While the display was nice and bright, and very easy to read and operate, it did not do what it was supposed to do. Unless you like being confused and annoyed, this is not the product for you.

Messed up little machine.......2000-08-16

The features are great: the machine beeps when you have a call waiting alert (to replace the traditional "beep" tone that Call Waiting made that Caller ID takes away), it flashes a light when you have a new call so that when you get home you can see immediately if you have received any new calls, and the display is nice and large. The unit itself is very easy to use.

However, my unit always indicates that I have a "beep" (Call Waiting) but there isn't any! At least once every 15 minutes per call it does this. It is extremely annoying. It has gotten to the point where I don't even check for other calls anymore because I have a feeling it's just the machine malfunctioning.

I should have listened to the other two reviewers who gave negative reviews. However, they didn't apply to my situation. So please think about this purchase carefully. I am going to have to return this item and maybe try the ATT one amazon.com has listed. Be careful!

Unreliable.......2000-02-02

It "forgets" it has a call waiting function every so often...I have to power it down and reset it every couple of weeks...disappointing. That's why I'm on this site, searching for a replacement.

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