Sony WM-FX275 Walkman Digital AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player

Amazon.com Product Description

Sony delivers a wide range of features and excellent sound quality with the WM-FX275 Walkman. Features include an AM/FM radio, 30 preset stations, digital tuning, Mega Bass sound system, automatic shutoff in playback mode, and the ability to play metal tapes. This Walkman also includes an anti-roll mechanism, which prevents distortion when running or walking. It also includes an automatic volume limiter system, which electronically reduces sudden peaks in music to eliminate distortion. Batteries are not included, but it does come with folding headphones and a black carrying case, so you can attach this Walkman to your belt.

Customer Reviews:

Great headset for the price........2001-11-06

I bought this headset to help motivate me while I run because it is HUGELY cheaper than most sports cassette/am/fm sets. It is a great accompaniment to my workout. The sound quality is very good (for both cassette and am/fm) and most stations come in very clearly. The one-touch system allowing you to switch stations from pre-set to the next pre-set is handy so you can keep the running rhythm and still make changes as needed. The lock prevents random switching of stations or hitting buttons unintentionally. The downside is that the clip on the provided case works fine if you are just walking around but really is inefficient for a higher activity level and it doesn't fit nicely into your hand for an easy carry so I'm still figuring out the best way to carry it comfortably. I did spend an extra few bucks and bought the earbud headphones, finding them much more comfortable and stable than the ones that come with it. You can pay double for a fancier "sports" model or buy this and get great sound quality.

Great headset for the price........2001-11-06

I bought this headset to help motivate me while I run because it is HUGELY cheaper than most sports cassette/am/fm sets. It is a great accompaniment to my workout. The sound quality is very good (for both cassette and am/fm) and most (not all) local stations come in very clearly. The one-touch system allowing you to switch stations from pre-set to the next pre-set is handy so you can keep your workout going and still make changes as needed. The lock prevents random switching of stations or hitting buttons unintentionally. The downside is that the clip on the provided case works fine if you are just walking around but really is inefficient for a higher activity level and it doesn't fit nicely into your hand for an easy carry so I'm still figuring out the best way to carry it comfortably. I did spend an extra few bucks and bought the earbud headphones, finding them much more comfortable and stable than the ones that come with it. You can pay double for a fancier "sports" model or buy this and get great sound quality.

Great headset for the price........2001-11-06

I bought this headset to help motivate me while I run because it is HUGELY cheaper than most sports cassette/am/fm sets. It is a great accompaniment to my workout. The sound quality is very good (for both cassette and am/fm) and most (not all) local stations come in very clearly. The one-touch system allowing you to switch stations from pre-set to the next pre-set is handy so you can keep your workout going and still make changes as needed. The lock prevents random switching of stations or hitting buttons unintentionally. The downside is that the clip on the provided case works fine if you are just walking around but really is inefficient for a higher activity level and it doesn't fit nicely into your hand for an easy carry so I'm still figuring out the best way to carry it comfortably. I did spend an extra few bucks and bought the earbud headphones, finding them much more comfortable and stable than the ones that come with it. You can pay double for a fancier "sports" model or buy this and get great sound quality.

good price, good performance.......2000-03-31

I really like this walkman. I got it to replace a 5 year old Panasonic shockwave that lasted good but the radio never worked on it. The radio on the Sony has really good reception. The tape player sounds really good especially with really good tapes. It sounds 10 times better than the shockwave. on it the sound faded in and out a lot. I basically agree with the last review except that he's wrong about it being bad to not have a record feature. He obviously hasn't done much looking around at other walkmans. His old one must have record, but thats from 10 years ago. They don't have record on any of them except special expensive ones. Also the megabass on mine is the heaviest bass i've heard.

New walkman is missing a few important features.......2000-02-24

I bought this Walkman because my old one broke down, after almost ten years of faithful service. This new model has a better ergonomic design - I love the plastic case. And I'm glad they finally put the belt holder the right way round this time!

The sound quality is much better than my old one. Tape playback is excellent, almost CD quality. And the anti-rolling mechanism is a godsend - thank you Sony! The mega-bass doesn't seem to add much oomph to the sound though.

There are two features that should've been included with this model - recording and a switch so you could automatically change sides. Because these two features weren't implemented, I gave it 3 stars instead of 4.

Product Description

A 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5DD AF* Zoom-Nikkor lens that's great for close-ups & more!

Customer Reviews:

all around good choice.......2007-09-09

I use this lens on my D70 DSLR, I haven't used it with film.

This lens is great for wilderness-hiking or touristing/walking around the city. While the pictures are not as good as a dedicated lens, this jack of all trades almost never leaves my camera for day to day shots.

The 105mm (~150 on dslr) has allowed me to take great shots that are normally out of reach such as statues around town and animals in the distance.
The 28mm (~45) is wide enough for a nice landscape shot.

The Macro feature is great for insects or jewelery.

If you're just walking around, ready to take a picture of anything that comes up then this lens is a great choice.

I never use a flash and my low light pictures have turned out great despite the small aperture...so long as it's not a picture of a moving target (i.e. cat or child).

Great all-purpose lens for Nikon film or digital.......2007-03-21

I have had this lens for about 3 years. It has never let me down - and it has an amazing macro range. I use this lens for portraits of models as well as nature close-ups. This lens was designed for film format cameras, so shooting it on a digital gives you the sweet spot of the lens circle covering the digital sensor. Highly recommended. The only negative thing I can think of about this lens is that I wish it was an f/2.8 aperture instead of f/3.5-4.5...

Very good lens.......2006-09-24

I would recommend this lens to all D50-D80 users, for the price you get incredible sharp throughout its focal range, macro function is impressive. Also, it is very well constructed nice balance and very light.

Hard to beat.......2005-11-28

I've been an amateur photographer for almost 40 years and a devoted Nikon user for the last 30 at least. In that time I've owned every professional film SLR from the original F to the F5 and, at one time or another, almost every piece of glass from 18 to 300 mm that Nikon ever produced. Like many, I went through a period of having to have only "the best" in my camera bag and consequently paid a premium to own only "professional" primes and zooms (many of which I still own).
What constitutes a good lens however is not it's performance on test targets alone but how it performs in real life. A $1000, pro level, f2.8 zoom is useless if it's so heavy you hate taking it with you on vacation. All the money you spent on that "pro" performance is useless sitting in the bag at home.
As a real life "user", this lens is hard to beat. With a range that covers the focal lengths used for a large percentage of the pictures you will want to make, the sacrifice of 0.5 stops at the short end and 1.5 at the long is a small price to pay - unless you are in the (discouraged) habit of using slow (ISO 50) films handheld all the time. The lens covers it's long focal length range with a surprising lack of distortions - a tribute to the designers - and even has a usable "macro" feature. Is it the equavalent of my 105 f2.8 AF Micro Nikkor? NO! But the difference only shows in the corners wide open. For the occasional close up on the beach that you might want to grab on vacation it performs surprisingly well.
All lenses are compromises and this is especially true of zooms. This lens is a generally nice package as a stand alone vacation lens. Or, if you prefer, couple it with a AF20mm f2.8 Nikkor and an old AF70-210 f4 Nikkor or newer AF70-210 f4.5-5.6D Nikkor (all using 62mm filters) and you have a very versatile travel package for film shooters.
My only complaint has to do with the recent addition of a Nikon D100 to my collection of bodies. The 1.5 multiplication factor of the sensor makes this effectivly a 42-157mm zoom on that body. Consequently, for the digital shooter who "sees" wide this becomes an unattractive range. If, on the other hand, you, like me, "see" better at longer focal lengths, you now have a "normal" to medium tele zoom with a macro capability. In addition, since the digital sensor only uses the center of the lenses projected circle - this lens in digital is as sharp as my AF180 f2.8 Nikkor prime on film.
For my way of shooting these are acceptable compromises.

Good utility lens.......2004-08-24

I've had this lens for about a year now and really like it a lot. I use it on my FM3a manual body, so the autofocus is not available to me. However, the range of focal lengths and the quality of the build are precisely what I need when I want to travel light.

The benefits of this lens are obvious. The focal lengths range from 28mm at the wide end to 105mm at the long end. The build quality is excellent and yet the lens is not perceptably heavy. In daylight, the lens performs remarkably.

However, the lens also has its downsides. The first and most obvious is that the lens is very slow. F3.5 is hideously slow in anything but the best lit scenes. Then on the long end the lens only manages a measly F5.6.

Another problem is that the lens flares terribly in bright sunlight. Many of my pictures have flaring if the sun is in the frame or slightly out of it. Bright objects in the frame will also cause it to flare.

Focus is also a problem on manual focus bodies. The focus throw is very short and loose (good for autofocus bodies, though) so getting precise focus is a challenge. Even in focus, the lens is very soft. There is also some light fall off in the corners when fully zoomed and some minor barrel distortion when wide.

But despite those drawbacks, this lens serves me well. To replace this lens with anything else would require either a 3 lens set of 28, 50, and 105 prime lenses or a couple zooms which would end up costing more and be a constant weight while traveling.

The range of focal lengths is what sets this lens apart from the rest of Nikon's zooms. While other lenses may be faster, sharper, and better built, this one can do the work of any other combination of lenses between 28mm and 105mm passably and at a reasonable price.

3 stars for this great lens value. It won't be the best lens you own, but if you're lazy like I am it may end up being the lens you use the most.

Amazon.com Product Description

Panasonic's KX-TG2343W cordless phone utilizes 2.4 GHz frequency-hopping digital spread spectrum transmission to ensure that calls are clear and interruption-free. The phone features a 30-station caller ID memory, accessible through the handset's three-line backlit LCD. It also houses a built-in digital answering system with 15 minutes of recording time plus a short light-up handset antenna that visually alerts you to new calls and voice messages. Built-in Voice Enhancer technology helps to better reproduce the full range of the human voice, improving the clarity of all your calls, especially those taken on the handset's speakerphone.

Additional benefits of the KX-TG2343W include headset compatibility, handset locator, wall mounting capability, and support for Caller IQ (a service that provides information downloads and updates right to your phone.) It also comes with a belt-clip and shoulder rest attachment to relieve fatigue. (Caller ID and call waiting require subscription through your phone company. The Caller IQ information service requires registration with openLCR.com.)

Product Description

Crystal-clear voices, digital security, smart styling - that's what you get with Panasonic's GIGARANGE series of digital cordless telephones. Each of these 2.4 GHz models features Voice Enhancer technology for unmatched clarity. With the full line-up, you'll find a GIGARANGE model that's just right for your kind of lifestyle.

Amazon.com Product Description

What's in the Box
KX-TG2343W cordless phone base, handset, AC power adapter, phone line cord, shoulder rest attachment, belt clip, NiMH battery, user guide, warranty information

Customer Reviews:

Nice phone but............2005-11-25

Very nice audio quality and useful features such as a handset speakerphone. Unfortunately, after about six months, the phone developed a pronounced echo that got worse and worse eventually making it extremely difficult if not impossible to use. Then, without warning, the phone's answering machine started forgetting to record messages even though it answered calls and played the pre-recorded message. I have grave doubts about the quality of these units.

pleasantly surprised.......2005-02-05

I haven't been in the market for a new cordless phone in awhile, and this is a great one with an answering machine. It was easy to set up. I love the internal phone book and light-up antenna. I have had no problem with static. And the speakerphone on the handset comes in handy. Another great phone/answering machine from Panasonic.

phine phone.......2004-11-02

Reception on phone is clear and clean. Settup was a breeze. Long battery life. Voice enhancer works well. Well designed and stylish base.

Good phone - slight hum.......2004-07-24

I liked the phone. Great features although you can do better than the 30 name limit on the number memory. My only complaint about this phone is that on every call there is a static when using the phone. When no one is talking it is deathly quiet, but a little voice over the line and back comes the static. Really annoying. No I do not have a wireless network.

Average customer rating:

great product

Wonderful!

does the job well

A solid tape recorder

fair

Sony TCM-500DV Standard Cassette Voice Recorder

Manufacturer: Sony
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Product Features:

Built-in mic and speaker makes for easy recording and playback

Advanced voice operated recording (VOR) saves valuable recording time

Clear Voice function improves recording quality by enhancing voice sounds

Runs on two AA batteries

Auto-reverse for uninterrupted recording & playback

ASIN: B000094FVD

Product Description

Record voice memos, classes, and lectures easily with this Sony TCM-500DV portable cassette recorder. It uses 2 AA batteries and provides up to 22 hours of operation per set of fresh alkaline batteries. Adjustable playback lets you accelerate or reduce speed slightly during play for custom listening comfort. Listen through built-in binaural speakers or privately with an optional stereo headphone. Built-in flat microphone is highly sensitive for optimal pickup. Overall, a dependable, reasonably rugged recorder that's designed to do a great job - and does it superbly. Voice Operated Recording activates the recorder only when audible sound is present, conserving tape and eliminating soundless passages External Microphone Jack allows connection of an external microphone for special recording applications Playback Speed Control lets you adjust playing speed as much as +30% or -15% for easier review of recorded information. Up to 22 Hour Battery Life using advanced, efficient circuitry Clear Voice Recording System sound system enhances voice quality during recording and playback for greater clarity Dual Playback Speakers Automatic Shut-Off At End of Tape helps reduce mechanical wear, reduces battery consumption, and lets you know when you have reached the end of the tape. Sony-Matic Automatic Recording Level Control uses advanced circuitry to ensure correct recording level L/R Monaural Earphone Jack Cue, Review, Pause Functions Frequency Response - 250-6,300 Hz Uses 2 AA batteries (not included) Unit Dimensions(WxHxD) - 3-1/2 x 4-1/2 x 1-1/2 inches / Weighs 10 ounces with battery and tape installed

Customer Reviews:

great product.......2006-12-20

This recorder is very sensitive and you don't need to sit in front of the lecture hall in order to get good sound. Excellent voice quality. However, I am concerned about the $300 price here. I paid about $120 from Best Buy last year. Must be an error here, as Amazon's prices are usually very competitive.

Wonderful!.......2006-08-09

I love this cassette recorder. I never record on it - only listen to recorded books, and it's perfect for that. The sound is excellent, battery life is good, and it has switch to change the tape direction. Wish I'd bought three.

does the job well.......2006-05-30

this is used to play back radio traffic in my area. It does the job well, the batteries last at least 16 hours during playback. good job with this product sony!

A solid tape recorder.......2006-03-22

I bought this recorder because my 5 year old Sony TCS-100DV broke, and because it looks that nobody but Sony makes tape recorders with autoreverse.
On the plus side, this model uses AA batteries instead of AAA and it's a lot cheaper; on the minus, I miss the battery indicator.

fair.......2006-03-02

The adaptor was wrong for this cassette recorder...Amazon needs to add the right adaptor number that works with this recorder..

Average customer rating:

Lacks one important connector: motor-control plug
Best Available

Sony TCM50DV Portable Cassette Recorder

Manufacturer: Sony
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Product Features:

Auto reverse
Playback speed control allows twice the record time
Flat microphone with clear voice
3-digit tape counter
Voice-operated recording

ASIN: B0000206CY

Product Description

Sony Corporation is proud to introduce its TCM-50DV Pressman Auto Reverse Portable Cassette Recorder. Auto Reverse provides uninterrupted recording and playback of both cassette sides, with no need to turn tape over. Double Recording Time gives you the option of recording on a standard cassette at either normal speed or half the normal speed, for extended recording or dictation sessions. Clear Voice sound system enhances voice quality during recording and playback for greater clarity. Flat Microphone provides convenient recording versatility in various situations. Voice Operated Recording (VOR) activates the recorder only when audible sound is present, conserving tape and eliminating soundless passages. Playback Speed Control lets you adjust playback speed faster or slower than normal, for easier review and editing of recorded information. 3 LED Battery Level Warning System confirms battery level and alerts the user of low battery power with a flashing amber LED. 3-Digit Tape Counter makes it easy to find a specific location on the tape for rapid access and editing. Metal Lid provides added durability. Carrying Strap is a secure, convenient way to transport the unit. Microphone Jack allows connection of an external microphone.

Amazon.com Product Description

This portable cassette recorder features auto reverse, double recording time, and voice-operated recording (VOR) with hi/lo microphone sensitivity. It also has a flat microphone, playback speed control, and clear voice system.

Customer Reviews:

Lacks one important connector: motor-control plug.......2003-02-22

I've been pulling my hair trying to find a cassette recorder with two features:

-Auto-reverse
-Pause-control plug (for microphones with a record/pause switch).

So far, all auto-reverse models I found lack this plug.
The only currently produced tape recorder I was able to find with a "pause control" (aka Mic remote control) plug next to the mic-in is the Casio TP-7, but it lacks a motor/pause control plug.

This is a note to manufacturers, why remove a useful feature for those of us who like control the recording from the mic, or use it to record phone calls (with a third party automatic recording control that starts the recording when the phone is in use)?.

Best Available.......2000-03-15

Wow! I cannot say enough about the features that are on this recorder. Every thing that I can ask for in a hand held full size cassett recorder / player. The variable speed is excellent for long lectures or events. On a standard 90 minute tape you can set the recorder at half speed and get 3 hours on it! Good quality play back, voice activated, tape counter, mic / phone jacks, AC/DC, etc. My only concern is the long term quality - made in China verses Japan. For the money impossible to beat this deal. So good that my wife took it away and uses it!

Product Description

Lexmark is a global developer, manufacturer and supplier of printing solutions and associated consumable supplies for the office and home markets. Lexmark is driven to understand customers' needs and provide printing solutions that meet these needs. Lexmark accessories and consumables streamline the printing process, economizing your time and increasing productivity. Save time, money and avoid job interruptions with accessories and supplies from Lexmark.The photoconductor kit yields an impressive 90, 000 pages, further reducing your operating costs. Plus, it is easy to install.

Product Description

Small yet robust, the Timex T600B is no ordinary clock radio. With a CD player, an 18-preset digital tuner, stereo speakers, four "nature" sound samples, and three separate alarms, the T600B may cost more than the average clock radio, but it still represents a solid value. Short and stout with rounded sides and a contrasting silver-and-black body, the T600B looks simply stunning. The Indiglo (blue) display shows time, date, radio frequency, CD track, and indicates which nature sound (ocean, brook, forest, or wind) is currently selected for the alarm. Setting the six AM and 12 FM presets is very straightforward, and when powered up the T600B's last-station memory automatically returns to the station selected before the radio was switched off. The sound of the T600B is full and clean. If you want to listen at higher volume levels without disturbing others, you can use the mini headphone jack. All in all, the Timex T600B is a good value: it's small, sounds good, and is chock full of features.

Amazon.com Review

Short and stout with rounded sides and a contrasting silver-and-black body, the T600B looks a little intimidating. It has far more buttons than most clock radios, which we suspect may puzzle first-time users. Fortunately, many of these controls are used for setup, while the most frequently used buttons are set apart and logically situated.

The Indiglo (blue) display shows time, date, radio frequency, CD track, and indicates which nature sound (ocean, brook, forest, or wind) is currently selected for the alarm. Setting the six AM and 12 FM presets is very straightforward, and when powered up the T600B's last-station memory automatically returns to the station selected before the radio was switched off.

The sound of the T600B is quite good, but the close proximity of the two speakers yields little stereo separation. And though it does deliver a full, clean sound, don't mistake this clock radio for a mini stereo system. Overdrive it, and the cabinet will start to buzz in protest. If you want to listen at higher levels, we'd suggest using the mini headphone jack or investing in a more music-oriented clock radio or shelf stereo.

All in all, the Timex T600B is a good value: it's small, sounds good, and is chock full of features. --Wayne Garcia

Pros:

Very good sound, in moderation
18 tuner presets
3 alarms
Headphone jack

Cons:

Faceplate is cluttered
Buzzes if overdriven

Amazon.com Product Description

Choose the sound you wake to with the Timex T600B CD stereo clock radio with nature sounds. You can wake to the CD player, radio, ascending buzzer alarm, or four realistic nature sounds: babbling brook, birds of paradise, ocean surf, and forest. This alarm clock fits nicely on your dresser or bedside table; it features two dynamic 3-inch speakers and a triple alarm. The digital LCD screen displays time, month, date, alarm, and other programmed features.

Customer Reviews:

Wish I hadn't bought it.......2005-05-31

There are WAY too many buttons, and it's way too easy to screw the thing up accidentally and oversleep because you shut off the alarm without realizing it. Plus, the time display is so big and so bright that I had to get used to it when I first bought it because the light made it difficult to fall asleep. I wish I hadn't bought it.

can;t see the time.......2005-02-09

There isno way you should buy this as you can not see the time at night.

Internals are too loud.......2004-11-24

Does what it says but the actual running noise "hum" is too loud, so loud in fact it will actually compete with soft CDs. I like a bit of Enya to wake me and I heard more of the unit than her mmmmming. Quite the duet.
The ocean waves and similar sounds are good however so it's nice for that.

too many flaws.......2004-05-23

I have owned this alarm clock for a couple of years now, and I regret to say, I am at long last in the market for something better. From day one, the clock would gain time, a couple of minutes per month. The cd player (which whined noisily when it started up) also stopped working long ago, and unfortunately, the cd player was the main selling point for me when I purchased this clock. The radio reception leaves a lot to be desired, depending on where I stand in the bedroom. My final complaint is that some (not all) of the functions are way too complicated to program without the manual, which disappeared a long time ago.

Why 2 stars then? The one reason I have kept the clock far beyond its prime is that I love the nature sounds feature. I find now that I have difficulty falling asleep without the serene forest breeze whispering in my ears - I am a "soothing nature sounds" junkee. On another positive note, the alarm has been very dependable, aside from user error.

Undependable and too hard touse.......2004-01-17

After putting up with this Timex radio for way too many months, I'm back searching for a better quality, more user-friendly clock radio. It looks great, but the quality isn't there. Poor reception. Volume control is particularly bad -- hard to find a mid-level sound output. It jumps from too low to too loud, which can be incredibly annoying when you need a dependable alarm. Sometimes the sound was too low to wake me up; other times, the sound would blare out and wake up the whole household.

Worst problem is difficulty in setting the station pre-sets. After reading the insructions several times, the radio just proved unresponsive to my station settings. I'm extremely disappointed and would not recommend this radio to anyone.

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