Features

• Executive audio micro system with 5-disc CD changer, cassette deck, and AM/FM tuner
• Supports CD, CD-R/RW, and MP3/WMA CDs; random play and repeat play functions
• Re-mastering technology compensates for high frequencies lost during MP3 compression
• Built-in music port connects to iPod or MP3 player; 30 station presets (15 FM and 15 AM)
• Pair of stereo speakers; main unit measures 6.88 x 10 x 15.41 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty

Reviews (6)

Pretty Great
I recently bought this stereo for my living room. I'm very very satisfied. It was pretty easy to set up. The sound is also very wonderful. The bass and treble features are great too. 5 disc changer is a plus. I recommend this product to anyone who's looking for a good stereo.
Flawless budget mini-stereo
I bought this model in order to be rid of my almost-new Sony MHCEC70 with its faulty ergonomics and detestable tuner.Having once owned an earlier PM-series model, this new Panasonic was the obvious choice and it does not disappoint.Like its predecessor, the PM53 is a nice, powerful compact stereo with (for the money) ridiculously nice audio quality and a good tuner, especially on the FM band.It can easily be turned up load enough to cause hearing damage and annoy neighbors in adjacent houses.The remote covers every function and is easy enough to figure out without consulting the manual.
Excellent system for the price
It was very easy to put together and takes up minimum space.However, the sound is not minimal and is great for my needs.I particularly like the equalizer for both my pop and classical music.The radio, with the antenna, has great sound with little static.The cd player is great for my needs; easy to play just one cd or the entire deck.
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Editorial Review

The SRF-M97 radio Walkman offers a fun way to take the radio with you wherever you go. The unit's AM/FM digital tuning means that you can find stations quickly and accurately. There's also a station preset system that lets you program 15 FM and five AM stations for one-button access. Plus, the SRF-M97 is designed with a convenient jog-dial that makes operation a breeze. You'll also enjoy richer, deeper lows with Sony's mega-bass technology. Stereo headphones are included.Read more

Features

• A fun way to take the radio with you wherever you go
• AM/FM digital tuning
• 15 FM and 5 AM station presets
• Convenient jog-dial operation
• Mega-bass technology for deeper, richer sound

Reviews (16)

Another Great Sony Product
I've been a Sony customer since 1962 when I purchased their 101 reel-to-reel Tapecorder and it still works as well as it did the first day. Needless to say, this Sony SRF-M97 Radio Walkman is a gem, but programming the initial stations is cumbersome. However, after much trial & error it all comes together. It's worth every cent!
Static, Static, Static
This did not live up to its price or my expectations.I walk to work and there was static on both AM and FM -

Love the size
This is the first portable radio I have ever used. I love the size - small enough to not be in my way when I work out. Reception is not perfect but since I've never had another one, I don't have anything to compare to. But overall, I can get most of the stations I want to listen to with bearable statics some of the time (depending which direction I'm facing). I got a $30 discount for getting an Amazon credit card. Otherwise I wouldn't have bought it for $60. ... Read more

Features

• CD-R, CD-RW Playback
• Skip-free G Protection ¿
• Over 12 hours playback on 2 AA batteries
• Digital MegaBass® sound
• Clip-style Headphones

Reviews (4)

Good deal for the money
This player met my expectations in every way and it was very inexpensive so I am happy.I bought it for books on CD so I can't judge how well it will handle music.Hard Rockers need another review.

RIP OFF
does not include an ac adaptor...of course it doesn't say that anywhere. very lame

Sony DEJ010BLK CD Walkman
Great product, like all the Sony products I've owned in the past. ... Read more

Reviews (5)

Hunk of Junk
Bought this player used it twice and now it doesn't work.I took great care of it.Every time I put a CD in it it reads no disc.It's not the batteries.Wish I would have saved the receipt so I could send this hunk of junk back.

Definately not worth the price
I love to sing in the shower, so my grandparents decided that this would make a good Hanukkah gift for me. Unfortunately, I can only use it once or twice before I have to change the batteries. When you first put in batteries, both the CD player and radio work great. But then, after a shower or two, the radio will play about 30 seconds of a song before decaying into an annoyingly loud "boom boom boom" noise. The CD player will either skip or not start at all. The only remedy I've found to this problem is changing the batteries, which are still practically at full power. Now, I must say that I "abuse" this device...I use it daily, leave it in the shower, and probably expose it to numerous cleaning chemicals, but from reading the other reviews I have determined that my problems might not stem only from this behavior. Bottom line: Don't get it if you plan to use it more than a few times,

I LOVE IT
I got is as a gift and it works and sounds great! ... Read more

Editorial Review

Not every space can accommodate a traditionally sized stereo system, which is where the Sony CMT-NEZ30 comes into play. The diminutive unit fits easily in a work cubicle, bookcase, tool cabinet, or rec room, yet still boasts plenty of power for small rooms (30 watts total), a pair of full-range speakers, and a trio of reliable components. The top-loading CD player serves as the centerpiece, with such features as CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and MP3-CD compatibility and a host of playback modes, including program, shuffle, and repeat. The four-track, two-channel cassette deck, meanwhile, not only records from CDs or the radio, but also starts recording at the moment the CD starts playing, ensuring seamless playback later on. Add in a digital AM/FM tuner with 30 station presets (10 AM and 20 FM) and you have a system that aims to please.Read more

Features

• AM-FM Cassette CD Micro System
• Plays MP3, CD-R, CD-RW CD's
• 30 Watts total output power
• Aux in for playback of portable MP3 player
• Bass-reflex speakers

Reviews (8)

Needs tweeking for the 5th star.
Out of the carton -- everything worked as advertized, and the sound is pleasant. The speakers are the weak link. The day after I set it up to test it, I replaced the speakers with an inexpensive pair of Radioshack speakers I bought years ago: model 7s, I believe -- 4" woofer, 1/2" tweeter in a small, solid sealed enclosure of walnut veneer. These speakers are half the size of the supplied SONYs, and at least twice the weight.
It's ok..
Not a bad little unit...wish it remembered where you were on the CD when you turn it off like other units I'm used to especially since it doesn't really "shut off" but goes into "stand-by" mode...Not as much power as I thought it would have for 30 watts... Would be nice if the aux (ipod/mp3) jack was on the front not the back...speaker 2 output would be nice...simple little unit, works fine so far...

Great compact stereo system
I'm very happy with this desktop system.Great sound, great reception, great price. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Finally, there's a way to burn vinyl to CD that doesn't require a computer or an engineering degree. With Teac's GF-350 turntable and CD recorder combo system, you simply load a blank CD-R or CD-RW, put on your LP, press "record," lower the tone arm, and press "play." You can record the entire album or simply pull select favorites from your entire collection to make your own unique compilations. Monitor your recording through the systems amplifier (3.5 watts per channel x 2) and twin 3-inch speakers, or avail yourself of the convenient front-panel .125-inch headphone jack.Read more

Features

• Retro-styled compact stereo with a full-function 3-speed turntable and a CD player/recorder
• Record from the turntable or from an external analog source (CD, cassette, reel-to-reel, MP3)
• Stereo 3-inch speakers, backlit LCD, headphone jack
• Includes an FM/AM radio with rotary tuning and a matching remote control
• Measures 18.9 x 9.1 x 15 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (26)

Does the job, if you don't care about quality
As others have said, the quality of the turntable is really poor. I can't believe that a reputable company like Teac would turn out such a cheap quality product. The tone-arm is far too heavy on the record, and there is no way to adjust it. If all you really want to do is get your vinyl on to a CD, well, this will do the job without being too complicated; but at the cost of having good quality sound.
I wish I could give zero stars!!!Save your time and $$$!
Like many others, I have a huge collection of L.P.'s and have been looking for an easy way to turn them digital.I thought this was the way to go.
Very disappointing
I set this up and recorded one of my LP's on a CD. (Caution: It requires special audio CD's not the usual computer CD's.) The CD played on the TEAC machine, but not on any of the 3 other CD players I have in the house. And I couldn't load any of the tracks onto my Ipod. Sending it back for something else. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Your sleep schedule is important, so you need a clock radio with useful features. Look no further because the The ICF-CD843V truly delivers. It has a triple alarm, so you can set three different alarm times, each with the option of waking to CD, buzzer, or radio. The large dual time display shows both the current time and your alarm setting.Read more

Features

• Triple alarm for three different alarm times
• Snoozinator allows for custom snooze function with the press of a button
• Nap timer can be set for 10 to 120 minutes for quick cat naps
• Plays standard CD and CD-R/RW discs
• Tune in AM/FM, TV, and weather channels

Reviews (34)

Awful Awful, not the first time Sony product dies
I used this product, maybe 5 times, and it completely died 13 months after I purchased it. It was stored in 1 place the entire time, never moved, never dropped, never abused. And it dies. I then attempt to take advantage of the Visa "double your warranty" extended warranty coverage, only to be told that because I used my online "Amazon' gift certificate to pay for a portion of this product, that this excludes the extended warranty. So I toss out a brand new looking Sony product.
Useless
A clock radio without a battery back up?I can't believe Sony would not have this feature.Even the cheapest clock radios have this. Info states if electric is out for more than 1 minute your settings will be gone.Another feature missing is no headphone plug.For $60.00 this is a waste of money.

Mine died
I most always prefer Sony products and aside from not being able to read the time during the night I was pleased with the Dream Machine. It's compact body fit easily on a bedside table and the sound was not bad. However, it died during the day the other day...nothing that I did. It was fine when I got up and when I went to bed it was dead just as if the plug had been pulled. I have plugged it into a couple different outlets and it is dead. I've only had it a year. So disappointed. The Sony dealership charges $89 an hour for service. Not very ecological if I have to go buy a new alarm/music system. I would expect it to last more than a year, coming from Sony. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Electronics    2. Clock Radios   

Editorial Review

Take high quality music with you wherever you roam with the stylish Sony CFD-S350 boombox. With a CD player, as well as a cassette deck and radio tuner, you can play those favorites you still have on tape, as well as audio CDs and CD-R/RWs.Read more

Features

• Portable boombox with CD player, cassette deck, and digital AM/FM tuner
• Compatible with audio CD, CD-R, and CD-RW formats
• Wide Stage convex speakers provide rich bass and crisp highs
• 20-track programming, shuffle and repeat modes, and synchro CD/cassette dubbing
• Includes slim 10-key remote control; measures 16.3 x 6.45 x 10.12 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (11)

Incredible value
I bought this boombox for a construction project where I didn't want to risk damage to a "good" stereo system.But this little Sony box sounded so great, when the construction was over I replaced my "good" system with this one and have had it for over a year with zero problems.I just can't believe what great sound comes from these simple speaker elements.It's amazing.Long live Sony engineers!

Very disappointed
I was looking for a small, no-frills radio/CD player and settled on the Sony CFD-S350 for its size, cost, and my opinion that it was one of the least ugly players at the stores I shopped.I've had it for six months and have been quite disappointed.The first thing I noticed was that the FM sensitivity was poor.My 21 year old Sanyo dual cassette player has a much better radio.Programming the presets was easy.
liked it, until the cd player stopped working
Only had it for 6 months and already it won't play my cd's, so now it's basically a very overpriced fm radio, with relatively poor reception on many stations.Very annoying.I expect more from Sony.This is the only Sony boombox I have tried.I have a Philips at home, which I've had about 8 years and still works like a charm. ... Read more

Features

• Perfect for an apartment or condominium
• Front-motorized CD door with view window
• Plays CD-R/RWs, MP3s, and standard compact discs
• Sleek, wall-mountable design
• Measures 9.8 x 9.6 x 3.8 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (25)

pretty good
I have had this for about a year and it has worked well. I specifically bought it to tune into radio, so I have not used the CD player and whatever functions it might have. Pretty light, 7 of 10 sound quality, can hang on wall, detachable speakers. Good for cost. I would recommend and buy for a gift.

Great for a small office
I recently purchased this item for my wife who has a small office.the reception on this unit is great.Bieng in a steel building she is able to get all the local radio stations. The sound quality on it is perfect for a small room considering the price range it is in.If you are looking for a booming sound this is not for you but it will provide a solid quality sound.

zhang
We were looking for a compact system and this particular system takes up very little space!It also has amazing sound. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Equally suited to entertainment and utility, the Timex T617S is perfect for any bedroom or kitchen, offering accurate auto-set timekeeping, CD and radio playback, stereo speakers, onboard nature sounds, and an external audio input. The unit's stately silver finish and translucent CD door add visual touches of class, and its versatile CD playback modes include repeat and random play. Once plugged in, the clock will set itself, drawing on its factory-installed 100-year calendar (year/month/day, 2000 to 2099). The clock will even self-adjust for Daylight Savings time and leap years.Read more

Features

• 2-alarm CD clock radio with 90-minute sleep timer; auto-set feature adjusts itself, including Daylight Savings and leap years
• Auxiliary audio input accommodates an MP3 player, DVD player, cassette player, or other device
• Sleep to radio, CD, nature sounds; wake to radio, CD, nature sounds, or buzzer
• Stereo speakers, CD repeat and random play
• Measures 8.1 x 6.7 x 5 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (27)

Where's the 7/5/2 alarm?
When I bought this T617S from Best Buys, their placard distinctly said it had a 7/5/2 dual alarm. I went to BB today to verify I'm not crazy and it DOES say it has the 7/5/2 Dual Alarm but there's nothing about that in the manual. One of the main reasons I bought this clock was so it would only go off on weekdays. I feel ripped off. Other than that, I really like this guy.
Broke after a month, but it's a nice unit otherwise
Getting ready to send it back for warranty work.After just a month, the CD player pretty much stopped working all together.It sometimes will spin, play a little, then shut off.
The ultimate -- don't listen to the whiners
I bought this clock for my daughter after reading the reviews with her of all the cd-rom alarm clocks on Amazon.All the features sounded incredable.Guess what -- they are!This clock is the ultimate, and she will probably keep it for most of her life.The nature sounds are great, the alarms are great, the sound quality is great, the MP3 input line and separate jack for headphones work great.We have had the clock for over 2 months now, and it was well worth the money.As for the negative reviews, take them with a grain of salt.There are whiners in every crowd. ... Read more

Editorial Review

There's no rule that stereo systems have to be big and bulky, as this trendy microsystem from Philips aptly proves. The wall-mountable MC235 is a mere 3.78 inches thick--bigger than a credit card but far smaller than the average CD player and speaker combo. Yet the system still packs dynamic audio performance inside its narrow body, with such features as digital sound control and digital dynamic bass boost (DDBB). The former invites the user to choose between different sound settings, including optimal, jazz, rock, techno, and classic, and then automatically adjusts the sound balance and frequencies to create the most favorable setup for the chosen music style. DDBB, on the other hand, enhances the bass at low, mid, and high volumes to deliver rich, deep sounds, an important consideration for a small system such as this.Read more

Features

• Thin-profile CD stereo microsystem with stand; 9.84 x 9.64 x 3.78 inches (W x H x D)
• Digital sound control offers optimal, jazz, rock, techno, pop, and classic settings
• Digital dynamic bass boost enhances bass at low, mid, and high volumes
• Includes AM/FM tuner; compatible with CD-RW format
• 10-watt speaker system (5 watts x 2); wall mountable

Reviews (32)

Just love it
It sounds good and looks nice too. I love the way the cd player opened straight up. Its just really cool !

Pretty good buy
Like it. not great on the low end of sound, but definitely a good buy for the $$$$.

Attractive and inexpensive product
This small stereo system is exactly what it claims--a good small system at a good price.Sound is solid, and although bass and treble adjustments are limited to several factory preset mixes, one of the presets seems to work well for everything from talk radio, to jazz, to classical, or rock.
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Editorial Review

The RCA RCD152 Portable CD Player with AM/FM Tuner and Cassette Player features a front-loading drawer CD player with CD-R and CD-RW playback, a six-key cassette player/recorder, and digital AM/FM tuner with 20 presets. With EQ presets and RCA's Dynamic Digital Bass Boost, you can optimize the sound tones according to the genre of music you're listening to and enhance your bass for a deeper, richer sound. A programmable 20-track CD memory allows you to store up to 20 entries for an ultimate playback experience. To round out the features of this outstanding economical compact player, RCA has included a digital volume control that provides for smoother control of sound volume and a digital remote.Read more

Features

• Includes CD player, cassette player/recorder, and AM/FM tuner
• EQ presets and Dynamic Digital Bass Boost optimizes sound
• Plays CD-R/RWs and standard compact discs
• Programmable 20-track CD memory allows you to store and playback songs
• Measures 15.04 x 6.81 x 10.24 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (9)

Defective Remote
I purchased the RCA RCD152 for my 94 year old Father for Christmas and the remote was dead out of the box. After returning the unit the remote worked for three months and died. So now what do I do for a remote? I would not recommend this unit unless you don't care if the remote fails.
Returned twice
Ordered two of these at different times and on both of them the remote died within a week. Really wasn't that impressed with the sound quality either and had to use the antenna to get good reception. Decided to try a different brand and went with the Panasonic RX-D27. The sound is incredible and the remote so far works great. Also, I do not even have too raise the antenna at all. This boombox is only about $15.00 more than the RCA and well worth the price.

great all-in-1 palyer
We found it was tough anymore to locate a player that had cassette, DC and radio in one unit for a reasonable price. The RCA has all of those at a great price. We bought it as a gift for our son and he loves it. Good sound and nice looks for a low price. ... Read more

Features

• Programmable track memory/Digital 2 digit LED display
• AM/FM Stereo Tuner
• Skip, Search, Play, Pause, Repeat1, Repeat All
• AM/FM Tuner/Wide range speaker system
• Telescopic FM Antenna

Reviews (5)

Junk
I purchased this cd player as a gift for someone, and the cd player didn't work either!Very disappointing...Do not purchase this product.

Junk
I bought this radio as a Christmas gift for my seven year old son.The CD player did not work. It was a bummer.Also, when I bought it I did not know that is was a refurbished unit.

Hummm
Pro:
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Features

• Withstand shock and vibration
• Water-resistant and heat-resistant
• Equipped with a special lock and release system
• Advanced D.sound technology
• Digital Amplifier

Reviews (13)

Incredible
This is definitely the best CD player, which I have ever used. It is a great advantage as well that it plays MP3. The design is very stylish and attention-grabbing, the quality oif the sound is excellent and the price is fine. I am proud to be an owner of this player.

Best one yet!
This portable cd player is my 3rd Panasonic cd player in 5 years. All are of awesome quality with excellent sound but this one is the best one yet! The 3-D second stage sound effect is quit impressive along with the extra-bass+ affects. ( I only wish thay could have included "Train" another Panasonic innovation which vibrated the headphones with boosted bass, impressive man!) Controls are extremely easy to master and the overall size of this unit appears to be a little smaller than the Sony units and it has 3-time the features! I love the adjustable hand hand grip. If portable CD players don`t have this feature thay are pretty worthless. Would I buy another Panasonic portable Panasonic CD? Count on it!

Worth The Price!!
I knows the in-thing now are I-pods but for my convenience and simply because I enjoying listening to 60 and 70's folk and bluegrass, the Shockwave was worth the price. The delivery was fast, which didn't surprise me. The clarity is first rate. I've dropped it a few times (not on purpose) and found it to be a tough item. Some of the otheer comments concerning the earphones made me wonder if I would have to invest in some expensive extras, but I found that it won't be needed. I recommend it to any walkers/joggers or amateur writers who like to listen to good music while they're creating. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Although it's a budget model, the JVC XL-FZ258BK five-disc carousel player still satisfies many requirements for ergonomic operation and quality sound reproduction. JVC equips the XL-FZ258BK with play exchange, which lets you change any four discs while one is playing. An optical digital output lets you record direct to CD-R or minidisc for pure digital copies and also facilitates integration with a surround receiver and home theater.Read more

Features

• 5-disc capacity
• Play exchange (change any 4 discs while 1 is playing)
• Optical digital-audio output
• Headphone jack with volume control
• Continuous play and smart random play

Reviews (22)

GREAT PLAYER !
Great CD player !The carousel type is much better than the magazine type.Very reasonable price too.

A Great Product
Great product, The JVC is better then a Sony. It is somewhat bulky like one review says, but its only one inch thicker then compatible 5 disc CD players. The depth on it is a standard depth, compared to others; some units are actually 1 to 2 inches longer in depth. Most importantly, easy to use.

A Happy Buyer
I selected this item after looking on the internet and in electronics stores.It was necessary to replace a broken unit, an off brand, which I only owned a year. That one had replaced a Pioneer unit that only lasted about two years.I have owned JVC electronics many times in the past, and decided to try again.I have had this unit nearly two months and have had no problem with it.I use it nearly every evening, operating it on random play.It works great and I believe it is the best one I have ever had.I don't believe anyone could go wrong with this unit---highly recommended. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Compact Disc Changers (CD)    2. XLFZ258BK   

Editorial Review

If you need music that you can take with you on any rough and tumble adventure, look no further than the Sony ZS-H10CP CD Boombox. This tough unit is perfect for the job-site, workshop, or backyard, with a rugged and durable design that incorporates a water and dust resistant seal that protects it from the elements.Read more

Features

• Durable and Rugged Body Construction
• Water and Dust Resistant Seal
• Rich Sounding Bass Reflex Speaker System
• MP3 Playback with ID3 Tag Display
• Line-in for Digital Music Players

Reviews (6)

Disappointing radio performance
I really expected to like this boombox, but I was disappointed almost immediately, because the radio tuning isn't selective.
"Heavy Duty"doesn't do this thing justice.
The darn thing IS built like a tank and sounds great. It's perfect for a construction worksite.

THE BEST ALL AROUND BOOM BOX
I had been searching for a portable CD player with AM/FM tuner that could also play MP3 CDs with R/RW compatibility and a line in jack for my ipod and NO "space wasting" tape player.
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Editorial Review

The CDPCX455 400-disc CD changer puts hours upon hours of music at your fingertips with features like cross-fade sound, text display, and an organization feature that makes it easy to find your favorite songs and albums. Because the CDPCX455 plays MP3s as well as CDs, you can expand the already-massive capacity of the player, and literally play the CDPCX455 for days on end.Read more

Features

• 400-disc changer plays CDs, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, and MP3s
• Fade in/fade out between songs, text display of artist names and CD info
• Analog RCA, digital optical outputs; RCA input syncs unit with other changers
• Jog dial control; repeat, random, and programmable play, recently-played search
• Measures 17 x 7.5 x 21.25 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (36)

great cd player
I started with the Sony 51 disc player which also has a radio and cassette player. It still works after 8 years of continuous play. My cd collection has grown to about 1200 discs. There are probably 400 of them that I really enjoy. So this player and the shuffle mode fit the bill. 200 bucks was a nice price and I do not care about which album or song plays in what order. I do not plan to change the discs any time soon.

Great CD Changer
I have three Sony CD changers all of which work very well.This newer model allows a very large number of user categories to which CDs can be assigned.Has a digital fiber optic output.

One is not enough
I've never had any problems with this model scratching discs. Some of the fuctions don't operate the way you wish they would, but these are minor setbacks.
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Features

• Portable boombox with CD player, AM/FM tuner, and cassette deck
• Includes play/pause, search, and repeat functions
• 1-bit digital-to-analog converter and 1-touch automatic recording level
• 2-digit LED display is easy to read
• Includes 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack; runs on 8 D-size batteries

Reviews (10)

Coby delivers more bang for the buck
This Coby product is the third of their product line I have purchased, and each time I have been impressed with what you get for the price.I needed a tape and CD player that was portable, and although it's no BOSE, it has plenty of good features and delivers what's promised.Excellent tape handling mechanism, and the CD on top has a secure button latch that actually works, unlike many I've seen.This is not for the serious audiophile, but for the rest of us -- buy it!

The cord is in the battery compartment.
The other reviews indicate that the cord is not with the boombox. I called the company and they tell me it is in the battery compartment.

Does not last...
CD player stopped working after two months of ownership, it was playing a cd and puff, that was her last one.Also, very troubling for me: I left the powercord at my sister's house and could not find a replacement at any of the usual shops; it takes a special fitted powercord. The radio receiver is also weak, it changes depending on where I sit or walk in the room. ... Read more

Editorial Review

With a five-CD/dual-deck capacity and 4x dubbing speed, the Sony RCD-W500C does much more than merely play your favorite CDs--it lets you mix and burn your own. The device records on both CD-R and CD-RW formats, and is compatible with CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and MP3 playback. To improve the recording quality, the RCD-W500C uses Super Bit Mapping technology to reduce low-level noise in the background, and High Speed Finalizing to prepare your recorded CDs for playback. You can also enter your own title and track information using the CD text entry feature.Read more

Features

• 5-CD/Dual Deck with 4x High Speed Dubbing
• Records CD-Recordable and CD-ReWritable Discs*
• CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3 Playback Capable*
• SBM - Super Bit Mapping® Recording
• High Speed Finalizing

Reviews (44)

It's OK,but....
It's ok for making exact copies ,but not for making your own mix.I bought one because my old PHILLIPS recorder, well it's old.Sony will burn at 4x and CD TEXT if it's on the CD.However, if your making a Road Mix or a Fav mix it will only burn at 1x and will not include CD Text;nor can you manually place CD Text while recording which I could do with Ol' Phillip. Ol' Phillip would included CD text and burn @ 2X 1 song at at time.If the CD wasn't text,you could do it manually while you were burning.I really expected alot more from a SONY. Oh, I almost forgot It will not Text'TRACK ARTIST' only the name of the disc and the name of the song!I wish I knew that before I bought it, I'd would have gotten something else!

Works Great - After Learning
I purchased the recorder in August of 2006.I also purchased from Sam's some Verbatim CD-R Music/Data CDs.The recorder recognized the CD-Rs with no problem.These CDs can be used for both data and for recording music.I recorded over 100 LPs using these CDs.I had problems with error messages and sometimes I had to use 3 or 4 CDs is make a successful copy of an LP.The error messages came up when the machine warmed up - after making 2 CD recordings.The error messages were either C14/TOC Error (not able to read the table of contents when the recording process is finished or not able to Finalize.Also, received a C13 Error - not successful because of Vibration or a dirty disc -- the error message was not true because there was no vibration or dirty disk. I changed over to Maxell CD-R Music CDs.I have recorded over 15 of these CDs with no problems -no error messages.Some people experienceing problems with error messages may have a compability problem with the CDs they are using.I recommend trying different CDs.When the recorder is working the way it should, it is a great machine with great results.I have noticed that if one does not have the proper type input signal set on the machine (digital or analog) or the proper CD-R in the machine, the recorder will not recognize the input signal.The instructions with the machine could be better.The recorded music is as good or better than the LP.

Not looking good.
I had read all of the Pro and Con reviews.But, since most of the negative reviews were a bit dated, I thought I would be reasonably safe now and decided to purchase the RCD-W500C, with some trepidation.Oops.Started it up yesterday and, essentially, the unit will not record.Period!
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