CAN'T use raw MP3 files!!! you have to use their software (which stinks)
Written: Nov 03 '03
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Pros: Great battery life (31 hrs) and sound. Small size for a memory card player
Cons: The dreaded proprietary SD audio format is the downfall of this player.
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| macmedia's Full Review: Panasonic SV-SD50 (64 MB) MP3 Player |
I thought all MP3 players were similar - but too bad I never checked out the reviews first before buying this.
In order to install MP3 files (or WMA & AAC formats) to the memory card, you have to use the RealONE player to convert it to Panasonic's SD audio format first - a real DRAG. With other MP3 players, you just copy the files directly into the player or memory card and go.
The RealONE player is buggy and slow - so that extra step is just a pain. Plus, they supposedly don't support Macs - just another con
There are pros to the player but the above just cancels them out...
31 hour playback from 1 AAA battery is MUCH better than the competition which ranges from 7 hours to around 14. And of course, having the ability to add SD memory is great but you still need to format them to SD audio format in order to use it here (bad bad). The sound is absolutely terrific and is better than my Ipod.
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Amount Paid (US$): 95
Recommended for: Athletes - Lightweight and Portable, Perfect for the Gym
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