SanDisk Sansa e270 6 GB MP3 Player with SD Expansion Slot (Black)
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Customer Review: Decision...Decision
Summary: 2 Stars
I have done lots of research for about 2 months and compared many differentproducts and listened to their sound quality at the local stores. Icompared Sansa e200 series, iPod nano, iRiver, Creative Zen, and some otherbrands. If you are into gadgets and you don't run/jog or rigorous/bouncingtype of exercise then the iPod 30g+ and Zen V M 30g+ are at the top withZune 30g+ following close behind. If you are not into making a fashionstatement then the Zen V M 30g+ is the best deal (more bang for you buck).If you're into gadgets like watching movies on tiny screen and accessoriesthat allows you to plug your player into the toaster then I would recommendthe iPod 30g+ but don't forget the Zen has better display and betterbattery life. Both of them are easy to use unless you are totally computerilliterate then I would say the iPod would be the better choice. Soundquality are about the same. If you are really into music and more likely touse your player for exercising then the best deal is the Sansa e270 ore280. I bought the e270 (6 gigs) because Amazon has it cheaper than theiPod 2 gigs. If you like to download lots of music then go with theiPods/iTunes otherwise Sansa/Rhapsody is as good. I hope this help you withyour buying decision.Customer Review: User friendly with simple, easy to follow instructions!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have never purchased an MP3 player before but wanted something for working out. I read a lot of reviews on several different players and chose this one. I am fairly tech savvy; however you need minimum technology skills to use the USB cable to add music to the mp3 player. Not only am I satisfied with the player, but Amazon shipped it to me super fast...ordered on Sat. got in on Wed.
I followed the instructions and let the player charge...after that I checked on the radio features which works awesome!! Then I read the easy to follow, simple instructions about streaming music...the instruction say you need Windows Media Player; however I went to real player and drug the tracks over that I wanted (much like burning a cd)all of the tracks worked and it only took about 4 minutes to put 40 songs on the player.
I can honestly say I haven't put pics or videos on, but this is wonderful as an MP3 player...and really simple to use!!
I do have small ears and the earphones are too large, but you can get headphones anywhere. I did buy an exercise case; however I missed them when they delivered it. The package does not come with an armband...so make sure you buy one separately.
Customer Review: GREAT - BUT DON'T BUY FOR THE FM RADIO
Summary: 4 Stars
I did not want to spend the money for a ipod. This mp3 player had everything i wanted. It had a fm radio with fm recorder. I can replace the battery. You can store pictures and video. I have not tried this. It also has a voice recorder. The FM radio has poor reception but I read that the ear plugs are an antenna. If you move it the reception becomes clearer. I find this cumbersome. I purchased mainly for storing music. You can also add memory.
I did have trouble when I down loaded the software. It froze everyday. I was ready to ship it back. I called customer service and a nice rep walked me through reformatting. I have not had any problem since.
I am 55 years old and had some trouble using windows media player. After using media player a few times, I had no problem downloading files. I do get some errors in the media player but I believe it is a windows issue since i get codec errors once in awhile. I purchased a case to protect and keep scratch free.
The only negative thing i can think of is the reception on the FM radio. I would like to see AM on mp3 players because I listen to sports but I don't think that there are plans for this.
Customer Review: Solid I-Pod Nano alternative
Summary: 5 Stars
I was looking for an MP3 player and after researching various models, I choose the SanDisk. The SanDisk offers more storage per dollar compared to the I-Pod. This was the main reason why I purchased it. It also offers features such as the FM tuner, photo options and video options. I only use the FM tuner and the MP3 player. It is not as stylish as the I-Pod, but its overall package and functionality is superior. I have had no mechanical problems to speak of so far, but it has been less than six months since I bought it, so take that one with a grain of salt. One negative is the lack of accessories available for the SanDisk Sansa. You will not be able to find all the nifty cases that the I-Pod has going for it. This is especially true when looking for an armband type of case. It is also larger than an I-Pod Nano, but it is not cumbersome. The SanDisk works well with the Rhapsody music service, but I am unfamiliar with I-Tunes, so I can not say which one is superior. Overall, its a solid MP3 player and a solid purchase when you consider the cost. I purchased it via Amazon and took advantage of a rebate (came in less than two months), so the price was quite reasonable (about $160 for the 6GB model).Customer Review: Impressed
Summary: 5 Stars
I have used my little Motorola MP3 player for a few years until I found something I would really be happy with. The e270 is it. I am extremely impressed. I love the fact that I can drag and drop files onto it without using more software to clog up my computer. The sound quality is fantastic. I flashed it to the newest firmware and it really does everything I want it to do. The little screen is great, easy to read and bright enough on a sunny day. I figured out how to do my own album art and upload pictures but in the end, it's all about how easy it is to use and how good it sounds. In those categories it excels. There are two small issues, one is that every now and then (maybe every 100 songs) a song only plays on one channel, this can be fixed by restarting the song. I'm sure this is a firmware issue and hopefully it will be addressed at some point. The other thing is that the buttons around the dial are a little on the small side and can be hard to push.
I bought the Sansa E200 Travel Case Kit which is very nice, and a Trekstor USB charger which works beautifully.
All in all I am very pleased and future firmware revisions can only make this player even better.