Mini CD Player
Mini CD Player: Everything You Need to Know
As a result of progress in the technology of mini CD/MP3 players, there are new products available on the markets. Are you wondering how they measure up? One of the brightest stars among the new comers is the TAXCAM MD/CD1 MiniDisc/CD Combo Deck, which combines CD playback and MiniDisc recording in a single unit designed to save space in a budget-conscious package. Like all TASCAM fixed-installation products, the MD-CD1 is built to save space, while delivering high quality sound, built with durability in mind.
The MD-CD1 is equipped with many state-of –the art features, such as analog and digital outputs, which allows both sources to be used independently; MP3 CD playback; MiniDisc recording; 12% pitch control for CDs and 16% pitch control for MDs which allow for tempo change without affecting key, and key change without affecting tempo. CDs can be played back up to 16% faster without affecting the pitch, which is a feature that will be useful for those in the fitness industry. Although the unit comes with a wireless IR remote control, you have the option to also purchase an I/O board in order to balance the interfacing, and you have a wide selection of additional applications.
If you are willing to spend some time researching the internet you will find prices ranging between $700 and $950 for the MD/CD1. Of course, if you want to listen to the sound of the unit before you buy, it would be wise to pay a visit to your local retail outlet. Spending some time on the internet in order to find the best deal online may get you a great bargain without having to wait for delivery, if your local retail store is willing to match the price.
Another option for the budget conscious consumer is the Teac MP 330 Mini CD/MP3 player, which is a quality portable unit, weighing only 5.6 ounces. It uses Mini CD-R media, which allows the unit to easily fit into your pocket. A persuasive feature of this unit is its ability to store up to 3 times more music than traditional portable CD players, which allows it to hold about 45 songs. This unit uses the Mini CD-R discs and then transfers them onto a standard CD-R/RW drive, which will allow you to create your own custom song list.
To create superior sound quality, the Teac Mini CD/MP3 players come equipped with a built in boost for the deeper tones and a digital equalizer. The unit runs on 2 AA batteries and comes equipped with an anti-shock feature. The units display LCD controls and buttons for the 3-band equalizer and Repeat and Intro modes. There are also controls to enable you to create your own custom playlist.
You will see somewhat of a mix in the reviews of the Teac MP 330 mini CD/MP3 players, no doubt because of its affordable price tag. Although they are highly lauded for the quality of the sound they produce, the most complaints have to do with the fact that the music is paused or stuttered if the units are jarred. As with many other portable CD player systems the discs are prone to skipping when the unit is in motion. The MX300 ear bud style headphones rate high for delivering a high quality sound. Overall, this product is a good purchase if you plan to use it in a stationary setting. It is listed at $130.00, although bargains are to be found for as low as $112.00.
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