Sony WM-FX290 Stereo Cassette Player with FM/AM/TV/Weather Tuning
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I didn't get any headphones with mine. There is no built-in speaker on the cassette player. You'll need wired headphones or earbuds, as well as an audio cable to connect to a car or home stereo system.
That was the case with me.
Because, back when this Walkman was made, it could tune to audio-only stations. Only the old analog TV channels (VHF, 2 - 4) are available. 13). This function no longer works since analog television was replaced by digital television, and it only receives noise; however, FM and AM continue to work. With the exception of noise, I was unable to receive any WB weather band broadcast.
Hello and thank you for your interest in my item. Yes, you can listen to this model without headphones, but you will need an auxiliary cord cable to use it in your car. Thank you again, and I hope I was able to answer your questions.br>br>
Selected User Reviews For Sony WM-FX290 Stereo Cassette Player with FM/AM/TV/Weather Tuning
When the 788 broke down, I looked for a replacement but couldn't find one that could play as well as record cassettes. For a variety of reasons, I am now much happier with the 290 than I was with the 788: (1) Rather than the electronic actuation used by the 788, the 290 uses direct mechanical actuation of the tape drive. This is an advantage in my opinion, because the ultrasensitive switch that controlled the cassette drive in the 788 frequently caused it to take off at a high speed in an unintended direction when all I wanted to do was stop it. Because the tape drive is mechanically actuated, I never have to wonder what will happen when I press a button. This, in my opinion, is a desirable trade-off. due to a lack of an auto-renewal system feature that is reversed (2) The 290 has significantly improved AM and FM sensitivity. My table radios are nearly as good as these. It has adequate weather and TV band reception, which is a useful feature on occasion. (3) Instead of the rechargeable, expensive, and difficult-to-find proprietary battery found in the 290, the 290 uses a single AA cell. (4) The 290 is significantly less expensive - The 788 cost me around $180. (4) The 290 is slightly larger than the 788, but it's still small enough to fit in a pocket while exercising (which is how I use it). [In response to a question raised during the discussion: transferring from a tape to a previously tuned-in device Only two buttons must be pressed in a radio station - one to turn on the radio and the other to stop the tape. ] I have other ways to record, so the lack of this feature in a radio and cassette player isn't a big deal for me. In general, I give the FX-series a B+. The 290 is a fantastic deal.
Sort Of. My old Sony Walkman stopped working (I could only hear through one of the headphones' earpieces). I despise it when this happens). All the cleaning in the world couldn't fix it, so I went on the hunt for a new portable AM/FM/cassette player, because my mp3 player had also stopped working at the time. I went to Best Buy in the hopes of receiving immediate gratification. Despite the fact that they had a different brand, I purchased it. I had to return it because the tapes were being played at a different speed than they should have been. Steven Tyler's voice was never as low as it was in this video. I exchanged it for another, which worked fine for a day before the same thing happened, so I was refunded my money. In today's digital world, these types of items are difficult to come by. I discovered it on Amazon, ordered it, and it is in perfect working condition. It uses only one AA battery to play the tapes at the correct speed, whereas my old player required two. As a result, I'm quite pleased with my purchase.
It runs on a single battery that lasts about 18 hours, has reverse, and is small enough to fit in a shirt pocket. The only disadvantage is that the battery door is brittle; if you drop the unit, the door will likely break, resulting in electrician's tape and dissatisfaction. The sound is well reproduced. There's a reason why unused models sell for well over $100. br>br>There were a few different versions of these, and they all stopped the TV tuning at the end (probably not compatible with HD). Any of the 1-star hotels Your tapes will be played exceptionally well by battery-powered models.
- This is a fantastic tape player for audiobooks.
- I've dropped mine a few times and it's still going strong like the Energizer Bunny. (Note: I use it with the padded case that comes with it, which protects the walkman nicely)br>br>- The tape player has a very long battery life. A single Energizer alkaline AA battery provides me with more than 60 hours of tape player use on a regular basis.
- Within a 30-mile radius of a major city, the weather band radio is useful.
- Within a 30-mile radius of a major city, the television band performs admirably.
- For music listening, the FM radio produces high-quality sound.
- The AVLS (automatic volume limiting system) is a great way to keep your hearing safe.
- The headphones are adequate but not exceptional. I recommend getting a good pair of ear buds to replace them with.
It plays without any stuttering or interruptions. It's lightweight and only requires one battery, which I like. It's pricey, but luckily for me, I had rewards points from my bank that I could use to purchase an Amazon gift card. I'd bought a cheap, cheap piece of garbage brand that arrived in non-recyclable packaging. It was in good working order when it arrived, and it was returned the next day.
Don't be fooled; that single battery powers a slew of great features, including Mega Bass and 40 presets (according to Sony, 40 hours of battery life in radio mode). It also produces a lot of sound and has a lot of volume. A previous reviewer expressed dissatisfaction with the volume produced by the single AA battery. Nothing could be further from the truth, at least in my opinion. On this baby, there's plenty of room! It'll never be possible for you to listen to it in its entirety. blast. br>br>My only (minor) quibble with this Walkman is where the preset selector switch is located. It's recessed, thin, and sits beneath the LCD screen. This makes it difficult to find and operate while running on a treadmill, but it's not a major issue. This unit's numerous advantages easily outnumber this minor drawback. br>br>As I previously stated, I am a huge fan of my Sony WM-XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Walkman model FX290 It was for the gym that I purchased mine. It is highly recommended, and I do not exercise without it. It's a great deal because it includes a nice carrying case and headphones. Try it out; it's worth a shot. You won't be disappointed, I promise.
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