Whenever I’ve had to choose a CD player like this, for me or for a present, the first thing I look at is the battery time. This is what first led me to this player, it advertises 30+ hours of CD playback and 48 hours of mp3 playback (these are for non-stop playback, with no skipping. Using ... Read review
Advantages: MP3 playback and long battery life Disadvantages: The random function doesn't work properly
Whenever I’ve had to choose a CD player like this, for me or for a present, the first thing I look at is the battery time. This is what first led me to this player, it advertises 30+ hours of CD playback and 48 hours of mp3 playback (these are for non-stop playback, with no skipping. Using the skip a lot will reduce battery time and giving it resting time between playbacks increases battery time.) Those numbers seemed pretty amazing to me from just ... ...The round shape looks great and I can’t see how a CD player could get much smaller. It feels very well built, and it takes very big bumps (unusually big) to get it to skip. The remote control is useful for whenever you are carrying it around in your pocket or a bag and don’t want to have to reach into your pocket and fumble around for the buttons... and then pressing the wrong one. It comes as a kind of half lead, with a connector in the one end ... more
Whenever I’ve had to choose a CD player like this, for me or for a present, the first thing I look at is the battery time. This is what first led me to this player, it advertises 30+ hours of CD playback and 48 hours of mp3 playback (these are for non-stop playback, with no skipping. Using the skip a lot will reduce battery time and giving it resting time between playbacks increases battery time.) Those numbers seemed pretty amazing to me from just 2AA batteries. So I bought it....
The round shape looks great and I can’t see how a CD player could get much smaller. It feels very well built, and it takes very big bumps (unusually big) to get it to skip. The remote control is useful for whenever you are carrying it around in your pocket or a bag and don’t want to have to reach into your pocket and fumble around for the buttons... and then pressing the wrong one. It comes as a kind of half lead, with a connector in the one end that you plug the headphones in so that you can use different pairs with it. A good feature as the free headphones aren’t the best, and you will probably be better using your own pair.
It takes only a few seconds to scan an mp3 disc, even if there are over 100 tracks on there. Coupled with the extended battery time this means it gives you a big advantage over the standard CD only players. Sound quality is excellent, there is a selection of preset EQs that you can use for different music styles, and a very good bass boost. It has different play modes, such as loop, program and random for if you get bored of the standard running order. All the functions are easy to access and use, and the instructions are easy to follow if you have any trouble.
The only disadvantage that I’ve found, apart from the headphones, is the random function. On my player it seems to play loops of 3 or 4 songs every now and again, and I can’t see why. It can be funny if you think about it.... or maybe not.
It costs around £60 in the shops which represents excellent value, especially with the saving you make on batteries. There are similar models available with almost the same features but no remote for around £10 less if you’re happy to use only the buttons on the player.
If you need a CD/mp3 player for under £100 then this is one you should definitely consider buying.
Advantages: good sound quality, good D sound anti-skip system, earphone remote control, plays mp3 and wma Disadvantages: doesn't support ID3tags
I have had the Panasonic SL SX420 for awhile now, and I am very happy with its performance. I was looking for a cd/mp3 portable player that would be sylish, with long lasting batteries and with a good anti-skip system. SL SX420 offers all of it. The player has a similar design as other Panasonic cd players with the main function buttons (memo, mode, eq, play, stop, ff, rew, nad volume)on the front of the player. The only functions that are on the ... ...you have left.
And finally, Panasonic did really good job with the anti-skip system. I can do almost everything with this cd player without making it skip. People who run with cd players have probably experienced the skipping with some older cd players but my SL SX430 has not skipped once yet.
I love this cd player and would recommend it to everyone who does not want to spend a fortune on a good mp3 cd player but wants to get a quality item. ...
stonoga3 25.05.2004
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Audio system
Sound Output Mode
Stereo
Sound Effects
S-XBS, Live
Heat Resistant
Yes
Features
Battery level indication, hold button, rechargeable capability, auto power off
Cd system
Type
CD / MP3 player
Media Load Type
Slot-load
Playback Modes
Programme play, resume play, skip playback, random play / shuffle, all tracks repeat
Response Bandwidth
20 - 20000 Hz
Supported Bit Rate
32 - 320Kbps
Sample Rate
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Shockproof Memory
45 seconds
MP3 Shockproof Memory
100 seconds
CD Track Programming
Yes (20 tracks)
CD-R/CD-RW Compatible
Built-in
CD-RW Compatible
Built-in
Supported Digital Audio Standards
MP3
Headphones
Headphones Type
Headphones - binaural
Connectivity Technology
Wired
Sound Output Mode
Stereo
Remote control
Type
Player remote control - cable
Connections
Connector Type
1 x headphones / remote control ( mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm )
1 x DC power input
Manufacturer's product description
Panasonic's vision of the digital future is driven by the needs and aspirations of its business customers and millions of consumers around the world who use its products every day. The company shares their dream to live a fuller life by providing ways of working smarter and enjoying the rewards of technological advances. PRODUCT FEATURES: Portable CD Player; CD-R/RW Playback; Digital Servo System; Heat Resistant Design; Slide-lock, Full-open Top Cover; 6-key Remote Control; Stereo Headphones; MP3 Playback; Flexible 4-way Power Supply; Backup Memory (MP3) 100 seconds; Backup Memory (CD-DA) 45 seconds; No Skip System.
