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(More customer reviews)I've avoided iPod brand MP3 players for number of reasons I won't go into here.My first large capacity player was a Creative 20GB model that had a replaceable battery (I carried a spare battery for long air trips), followed by the 30GB Zen Vision M.I'd used both with Shure E2c noise isolating earbuds.But I'd been hankering for something lighter, and with faster startup.
Enter the Walkman NWZ-S738F.
To say that I'm pleased is an understatement.Though screen is a bit small for video, you can do it if you need to.But coming from 30GB of storage to 8GB means that I'm a little more selective on content and will stick to music.
The noise cancelling function does not work with headphones other than the MDR-NC020.Some have groused about that, but if you look at the plug for those you'll see 5 contacts (the tip, three rings, and a contact on a tab).There has to be more communication between earbuds and the player.But you can still use standard 1/8" stereo earbuds or headphones in the non-NC mode, though you'll probably want to reset the EQ -- the supplied earbuds seem very well matched to the player's output.
The earbuds come with three different size ear canal sleeves so most folks should find a fit.
Like:
-- Great battery life.The claimed 40 hours is probably pretty illusory (I always knock 1/3 off any battery life claims), but I can get 3 days of office use on a single charge with no problem.
-- Noise cancelling.I've done the office and Metro tests and I'm impressed.You can adjust the level, and turn NC on and off with a dedicated slider switch on the bottom.(I have yet to do the airplane test.)
-- EQ.There are presets, and you can also custom edit your own.The selected EQ shows on the lowest line of the display, along with NC and battery state.
-- Controls.The controls are logical and easy to use.You have a dedicated rocker type volume control on the upper right side that is easy to find without looking.The slider "Hold" switch locks your controls.
-- Use as a stand-alone noise cancelling device.There is a clever airplane adapter (fits single or double jacks) that can be connected by a short cable to the interface jack on the bottom of the player.The supplied earbuds remain in their normal jack, and you use the player circuits to cancel noise.
-- Optional CKM-NWS630 Silicone Case.Nice fit.Included clear screen protector.Little tab on bottom for lanyard attachment (for secure environments -- if out in public, don't have your player dangling from your neck like ripe fruit).
-- Quick startup and navigation.
Don't Like:
-- The Media Manager software.Requires Windows Media Player 11.It did not work on my XP desktop computer, but I really didn't try to hunt down the problem.Anything that relies on WMP is crippled from the outset, and it is easy to transfer the files back and forth using Windows Explorer or any other file transfer utility.I rip CDs using Express Rip anyway, and use Zortam ID3 Editor for the tag info.
-- Capacity.I could use a little more capacity, and there is supposed to be an NWZ-S739F (16GB) waiting in the wings in Sonyland...
-- Lack of direct charging.You need to tether to your computer via the USB port unless you buy an optional charger (caution for non-computer-accompanied trips).However, if you are a Gomadic user, there is an adapter tip for their charger system.
Conclusion:Nice size.A range of audio controls that produce great sound.Easy to learn and intuitive controls.Noise canceling that does not inject too much of its own noise.Great battery life.
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Sony 8 GB Slim Noise-Canceling Video MP3 Player (Black)Product Description: Access your entertainment while on-the-go with the super-slim NWZ-S738FBNC 8 GB Walkman video MP3 player. It features integrated noise cancellation and five clear audio technologies. Make the most of noise-canceling technology with the supplied accessory that easily connects to other devices or in-flight entertainment systems with an audio input. Long battery life lets you listen to up to 40 hours of music, podcasts, and FM programming or watch up to 10 hours of videos on a single charge.
Entertainment on-the-go with integrated noise cancellation and five clear audio technologies. Enjoy up to 40 hours of music or watch up to 10 hours of videos on a single charge. The EX Headphones have a built-in noise-cancelling function that reduces ambient noises and enhances your overall listening experience. Additionally, this Walkman comes with an innovative feature called SensMe, which uses beats-per-minute and an algorithm to analyze portions of your music and automatically create music channels. Enhance your listening experience with the included EX headphones, which are equipped with built-in noise cancellation.
Exceptional Sound Quality The NWZ-S736F houses five integrated clear audio technologies, allowing you to enjoy all of your music and videos with exceptional crisp sound.
Integrated Noise-Canceling System The NWZ-S738F features integrated noise-canceling technology that cancels up to 75 percent of ambient noise. An in-box adapter also can turn your Walkman player and EX headphones combination into noise-canceling headphones for other devices. For example, simply connect the included adapter to your Walkman player and the AV system in an airplane via an audio jack, and you're ready to enjoy the benefit of noise-canceling technology while watching an in-flight movie.
Long Battery Life A long-lasting battery lets you listen to music for up to 40 hours or watch video for up to 10 hours before you need to recharge. And 8 GB of built-in memory stores up to 1,850 songs or 30 hours of video.
High-quality EX Headphones Included EX Headphones are specially designed produce a dynamic and wide range of acoustical sound. Additionally, EX Headphones are engineered with an angular design that fits comfortably in the ear. Even more, the EX Headphones have a built-in noise-cancelling function that reduce ambient noises and enhance your overall listening experience.
SensMe SensMe is an innovative feature on the NWZ-S736FBNC that actually looks at the beats-per-minute and an algorithm that classifies and automatically groups your music into channels, making listening and managing all of your content even simpler.
Supports Multiple Video Codecs The NWZ-S738FBNC supports multiple high-quality video formats (AVC (H.264/AVC), MPEG-4, and WMV, giving you more freedom to download the kinds of video that you want.
What's in the Box Sony 8 GB Slim Noise-Canceling Video MP3 Player (Black), Headphones with earbuds (s/m/l), Quick Start Guide, USB to WM-Port cable, Limited Waranty, CD-ROM (Microsoft Windows Media Player 11, "Napster," "Content Transfer," "Operation Guide"), Plug adapter for in-flight use (single/dual)
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