Panasonic SL-SX450 Portable CD / MP3 Player

Panasonic SL-SX450 Portable CD / MP3 Player

Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description
Join the MP3 revolution without abandoning your CD collection with the stylish and affordable Panasonic SL-SX450 personal CD player. Outfitted with a number of basic features and a few more advanced functions, the device is an ideal alternative to expensive Flash memory MP3 players, as it lets listeners enjoy downloaded MP3 files when burned onto a CD-R/RW disc. Listeners can employ such playback features as 20-track random-access programming; repeat and random play; and skip/search within both individual tracks and MP3 albums. The device also includes a hold switch that locks the current settings so that users don't accidentally switch tracks while jogging or turn on the unit while traveling. Active listeners will welcome the anti-skip technology, which includes a 45-second CD memory reserve to help ensure a skip-free listening experience whether you're sitting on the sofa or jogging on the sidewalk. The memory reserve is even more generous (100 seconds) when listening to MP3s.

The CD player delivers on the audio front as well thanks to the multiple equalizer settings, which include a live setting that simulates the sound from a live concert hall and two S-XBS settings. The first S-XBS option boosts the bass to create a deeper, more powerful audio effect, while the second S-XBS enhances the overall sound (including the bass). Adding to the CD player's value is Panasonic's PowerLast high-efficiency power system, which combines an efficient motor with low-load circuitry to create a playback time of 50 hours for CDs and 85 hours for MP3s on just two AA alkaline batteries. The device also includes a low battery indicator and carries a one-year warranty against defects.

What's in the Box
SL-SX450 CD player, stereo headphones, user's manual.

Product Description:
Available storage capacity may vary.

Panasonic SL-SX450 Portable CD / MP3 Player
Average customer rating:

Does what its suppossed to do

am i even supposed to take this seriously???

Decent CD player

dejection: a review

Literate and genteel

Panasonic SL-SX450 Portable CD / MP3 Player

Manufacturer: Panasonic
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

Slim, affordable personal CD player with 45-second anti-skip memory

Compatible with CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and MP3 formats

S-XBS bass boost enhances low tones to improve audio performance

20-track programming, random and repeat play, and skip/search functions

Runs for 50 hours (CD) and 85 hours (MP3) on 2 AA batteries; 1-year warranty

ASIN: B0007RB2BM

Amazon.com Product Description

Join the MP3 revolution without abandoning your CD collection with the stylish and affordable Panasonic SL-SX450 personal CD player. Outfitted with a number of basic features and a few more advanced functions, the device is an ideal alternative to expensive Flash memory MP3 players, as it lets listeners enjoy downloaded MP3 files when burned onto a CD-R/RW disc. Listeners can employ such playback features as 20-track random-access programming; repeat and random play; and skip/search within both individual tracks and MP3 albums. The device also includes a hold switch that locks the current settings so that users don't accidentally switch tracks while jogging or turn on the unit while traveling. Active listeners will welcome the anti-skip technology, which includes a 45-second CD memory reserve to help ensure a skip-free listening experience whether you're sitting on the sofa or jogging on the sidewalk. The memory reserve is even more generous (100 seconds) when listening to MP3s.

What's in the Box
SL-SX450 CD player, stereo headphones, user's manual.

Product Description

This compact portable player lets you listen to your MP3-encoded CDs too! It features Panasonic's No Skip System with 100-second memory back-up for MP3 playback. Exclusive D-Sound brings an incredible listening experience. There's an integrated remaster circuit for superb MP3 playback on any CD that has pre-recorded MP3 tracks, including CDR and CDRW discs. Enjoy long playback time-up to 85 hours with 2 AA alkaline batteries, sold separately. So wherever you go, whatever you do, this portable CD player performs beautifully for your enjoyment. No-skip anti-skip system backup memory - 45-sec for CD-DA and 100-sec (at 128 kbps) for MP3 playback Includes Stereo Earphones

Customer Reviews:

Does what its suppossed to do.......2007-01-09

This player has been bouncing around in our minivan for over a year now. Plays music skip-free. I've had three similar CD players now; they've all worked pretty well. But this one slightly outperforms the others and had a great price.

am i even supposed to take this seriously???.......2006-05-29

Reviewer: Mister Quickly "Amazon epicurean" (Victoria, BC Canada)
While I was initially attracted to this product for the sterling glamour of its silvery surface, this soon tarnished once I began operating its more than yielding button interface. Yes, it is very generous in how it allows you to press and poke it to command a number of operations; but it is almost too generous, and with each push of a button it sinks into disrepute, servility and debasement. I once esteemed its silvery resplendence. This product now impresses me as nothing more than painted chattel to be abused by paupers and mendicants, to daub with their oily fingers.

I can have no more of this disreputable product.

< < < < DOES THIS GUY KNOW HOW TO PARTY OR WHAT?????

Decent CD player.......2006-04-01

The main thing which prevents this player from qualifying as a 5-star item is the accessibility of the buttons on the front of the player. They are a little TOO accessible...many times while listening to CD's in bed at night, I have accidentally brushed a button & ended up having to turn on a light & try to find my way back to where I was.

Of course, you can slide the button which prevents any changes to settings on the player, but this is inconvenient too if you want to adjust the volume, for instance, or hear a track a second time.

Otherwise, battery use, listening quality, etc. have all been excellent, especially for the price. I did purchase different ear phones, but then I almost never use the phones that come with CD players because they won't stay on my ears.

dejection: a review.......2005-12-06

While I was initially attracted to this product for the sterling glamour of its silvery surface, this soon tarnished once I began operating its more than yielding button interface. Yes, it is very generous in how it allows you to press and poke it to command a number of operations; but it is almost too generous, and with each push of a button it sinks into disrepute, servility and debasement. I once esteemed its silvery resplendence. This product now impresses me as nothing more than painted chattel to be abused by paupers and mendicants, to daub with their oily fingers.

I can have no more of this disreputable product.

Literate and genteel.......2005-11-17

Seeing that the Sony D-EJ001 CD Walkman was a couple of bucks cheaper than this one and that Amazon was advertising it at a greatly "reduced" price (misleading), I selected it over this Panasonic competitor. Big mistake. I was almost relieved when it failed to read discs because then I had an excuse to exchange it for the Panasonic SL-SX450. The Sony model had tiny, practically inaccessible, plastic buttons on the underside, an all but unusable "lock" button, and a tiny read-out window that wasn't visible from the top.

This Panasonic model, like the Sony, is also manufactured in China and is a real "lightweight" (both of the previous generations of players were made in Japan). But it's unfailing in reading my disks, does so with reassuring clarity, and accommodates all my needs. The controls are of a generous, finger-friendly size and the read-out window is large and clearly visible when viewed from above the machine. The pause control is more practical than the Sony's, and I love the feature that allows you to resume play of a disc where you left off providing the cover hasn't been opened. Finally, the extra life you'll get from two AA alkalines is a significant technological advance. This machine just keeps going!

The only other consideration might be the headphones. The Sony's ear buds with attached clips are cosmetically "cool" but tinny-sounding compared to the Panasonic's. Regardless, even a non-horticulturalist could tell you that buds are no good without a plant.

[Since writing the above, I see that the item, introduced barely six months ago, has been removed by Amazon and perhaps by the manufacturer. Unfortunate, since I had planned to purchase another as a gift and have found no comparable unit at a comparable price. After two months' use, the only problem I've noticed with the player is the flimsy door to the battery compartment--sometimes requiring use of a screwdriver or similar pointed device to open (though rarely necessary due to the minimal drain on the batteries) and extra care in closing (unless it's completely "snapped" shut, the machine won't read discs). With any luck, Panasonic will address this flaw and reissue the product.]

Remanufactured Panasonic SL-SX450 Portable CD Player with MP3 Playback

Average customer rating:

Talking book reader
defective manufacture

Remanufactured Panasonic SL-SX450 Portable CD Player with MP3 Playback

Manufacturer: Panasonic Remanufactured
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Home Audio | Outlet | Specialty Stores | Electronics Features | Electronics

Portable Audio & Video | Outlet | Specialty Stores | Electronics Features | Electronics

Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Product Features:

Remanufactured to like-new condition; includes 90-day warranty
Slim, affordable personal CD player with 45-second anti-skip memory
Compatible with CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and MP3 formats
Runs for 50 hours (CD) and 85 hours (MP3) on 2 AA batteries
S-XBS bass boost enhances low tones to improve audio performance

ASIN: B000AM8DIE

Amazon.com Reviews

What's in the Box
SL-SX450 CD player, stereo headphones, user's manual.

Amazon.com Product Description

What's in the Box
SL-SX450 CD player, stereo headphones, user's manual.

Customer Reviews:

Talking book reader.......2006-07-27

I purchased this player just to read talking books. I've had no problems. The instructions are a bit vague, but I finally figured out how to "keep my place". It did seem to use a lot of batteries so I purchased an adaptor.

I certainly have not had the experiences noted by the previous reviewer.

defective manufacture.......2005-10-30

This was purchased for me as a gift. It soon began to exhibit repeats through a disk, any disk -- usually from 14 track onward. I only listen to books on tape on the player so the problem is particularly annoying. Once a track is completed, instead of advancing, it begins that track again, and again, etc. This is not due to motion or bumping. To proceed, one must manually advance. A replacement was sent by Amazon. Unfortunately the new unit exhibits exactly the same problem.

Panasonic SL-SX450 Portable CD Player with MP3 Playback

Average customer rating:

Panasonic SL-SX450 Portable CD Player with MP3 Playback

Manufacturer: Panasonic
ProductGroup: CE

Product Description

Digital Amplifier for high sound quality Digital Audio Gain Control (DAGC) S-XBS for clear bass Stereo Earphones for high quality digital sound MP3, CD-R and CD-RRW playback Digital Remaster for high quality MP3 playback CD round f Production Condition:Refurbished Digital Amplifier for high sound quality Digital Audio Gain Control (DAGC) S-XBS for clear bass Stereo Earphones for high quality digital sound MP3, CD-R and CD-RRW playback Digital Remaster for high quality MP3 playback CD round f Production Condition:Refurbished

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