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(More customer reviews)The Coby MP-C341 boom box is the real deal. For the price, you really can't go wrong with this product. I can't think of a better companion to hit the beaches with this summer.
It is not only a boombox but also an alarm clock, an FM radio, external speakers for your iPod, and a direct-to-mp3 recording device. Try getting that from other manufacturers. Let alone for the price of $100 or less.
On the outside, it looks like a white gigantic capsule. Something a giant would swallow when he has a headache. Four speakers are embedded in front for pumping out your favorite tunes. There is a 4-line orange-yellow display right in the front center; just adequate enough to display its current mode. The slots and connectors are at the back for additional SD card, USB cable, AUX in and earphones. You don't even need to buy the cables, they come with unit. The only thing you need to shell out your money for is an extra SD card.
The boombox supports two digital audio formats: WMA and MP3 up to 256 Kpbs. As expected, it does not support DRM, so you can't play any of encrypted WMA song files. The sound quality is what you'd expect out of a low-to-mid end speaker. But still, pretty good. The 256MB internal memory is hardly enough storage. So I suggest buying an additional SD card for this little baby.
What if you already have loads of your music on your iPod already? Well, no fear. Use this boombox as your external speakers. Just connect the provided audio cable from your iPod to the AUX-in jack and you're rockin'.
OK, I saved the best for last. If you're still not impressed with this device, at least get it for its direct-to-mp3 capability. Still have a 45's collection? Convert those into mp3 using this device. Connect the boombox to the audio source and hit the "Record" button. it cannot be simpler than that. In addition, you can also record off the built-in radio or internal microphone.
Why am I not giving it 5 stars? Well, two minor things: the build quality and that 4-line display (hardly enough to get any detailed information).
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An ideal choice for those looking to take group jam sessions on the road, the Coby portable MP3 boom box comes with 256 MB of built-in flash memory and an SD card slot for unlimited playback capacity. Measuring only 11 inches long and only 3.3 inches in diameter, the boom box's capsule-like shape makes for an easily portable device. The convenient size and shape of the boom box makes it easy to throw it in a backpack or beach bag, and it even comes with a detachable shoulder strap should you want to carry the device alone. Complete with four built-in speakers powered by four C batteries (included), you'll have enough volume output to party like it's 1999, no matter where you are.
Loading music onto the boom box is simple: All you need to do is connect the boom box to a PC or Mac with the provided USB cable, drag files onto the device, and then you're ready to rock and roll. The boom box also features a digital voice recording mode and real-time MP3 encoding, useful when you want to record directly from other audio devices or live performances. A built-in FM tuner helps you keep tabs on current weather and news updates. To ensure that a variety of playback comes out loudly and optimally clearly, the series of equalizer presets includes normal, classic, rock, jazz, and pop. Other great features include an easy-to-read LCD screen that can display song title and artist information, an alarm clock, mass-storage capabilities, and upgradable firmware. Designed for plug-and-play convenience, the boom box supports Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Mac OS X operating systems.
What's In The Box MP-C341 portable MP3 boom box, AC adapter, USB cable, stereo earphones, shoulder strap, and installation CD.
