SanDisk Sansa Clip 2 GB MP3 Player - Blue
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Manufacturer: SanDiskBrand: SanDisk
Edition: Electronics
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: CD
Platform: Windows
Model: SDMX11R-002GB-A57
Color: blue
Publisher: SanDisk
Studio: SanDisk
Music Label: SanDisk
Product features:
- Robust and portable 2 GB MP3 player
- Supports MP3, WMA, and secure WMA music file playback
- Speedy USB 2.0 connectivity
- Easy-to-read backlit screen
- Built-in voice-recording feature
- Altec Lansing Music Speaker
- Diamond MSP100R Mini Rockers Mobile Speakers (Red)
- Diamond MSP100W Mini Rockers Mobile Speakers (White)
- Diamond MSP100B Mini Rockers Mobile Speakers (Black)
- Altec Lansing iML237USB ORBIT Ultra Portable USB-Powered Speaker
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Customer Review: Perfect for Audible!
Summary: 5 Stars
I've owned several iPod shuffles which I originally purchased primarily for listening to audio books from Audible due to favorable reviews and its small size. Despite being able to decode DRM content from Audible, the iPod shuffle is barely adequate for listening to audio books.
The Sansa Clip is not only less expensive, but blows the iPod away in nearly every aspect except for size and weight. These are not a factor, since the clip is still extremely small and lightweight. I clip the device through a belt keeper where the controls are easy to get to and unlikely to be interfered with in my pocket. Not that it is really an issue since it is very easy to lock out the controls by sliding the power switch to lock position. The iPod can be similarly clipped but has no way of locking out its controls and occasionally a button press can cause my position to be reset to the beginning of an eight hour part.
Losing your position on the iPod is also a well documented side effect of powering the unit off even if you posit first. Even after being aware of this problem for a couple of years, Apple has done nothing about it but continues to advertise their product as being able to retain its position. The clip never loses my position, and although I generally pause the device instead of powering it off, even powering it off while it is playing works fine since it's a soft power down. The iPod power switch literally kills the power to the device. Pausing the iPod can leave it on for a long time, draining your battery, but pausing the clip causes it to power down within less than a minute which would be annoying except for the fact that this is adjustable and it boots back up within a matter of seconds.
Why is losing your position on an iPod such a problem? Well, often you have no idea how far you are into the part and even if you do fast forwarding requires holding a button down and occasionally listening for half an hour or more if you are several hours into a part. I estimate I've spent over 10 hours fast forwarding my iPod shuffles and in general I live in fear of turning the power off. Keeping track of your position in the clip is a snap since it has a display which shows both graphically and by time what your position is. Furthermore, it knows about chapter marks and also shows which chapter you're in within a part. Fast forwarding is far superior since it accelerates as you hold the button down. Unlike the iPod, you don't have to listen to snippets of sound as it fast forwards or rewinds. And also unlike the iPod, you can cause playback at slower or faster than normal speeds which can be very useful for getting back to your position or listening to poorly enunciated speech.
Just like the iPod, it will keep track of your position in multiple parts or books, but since it has a display is much easier to figure out which book you're listening to and more importantly, which part of a book you are listening to. Try that on the iPod with a seven part book when all the parts start with the exact same introduction and you'll see what I mean.
And that's not all! This device doesn't require any special software to copy content on. Just mounted as a mass storage device, like any other USB device, and manage your content with any operating system. No need to load the humongous iTunes application or deal with its bugs and poor integration with audible. There's no need to partition space between audio content and other content like there is with the iPod.
Since the device has a separate port for headphones and for USB, you can listen to it while it's charging either near an outlet or cigarette lighter adapter while driving for example. No way to do that with an iPod shuffle. I listen to audio books on weeklong fishing trips with my father, but not while the shuffle is charging. No problems, with the Sansa clip. No need to buy a proprietary charging device or run an inverter since any DC to USB charger will work just fine.
The new iPod shuffle requires special proprietary headphones and is even worse than the last one in this regard. Many people find the Apple headphones to be uncomfortable or unwearable, which is understandable, but who wants to pay for even more expensive proprietary headphones? And who wants to carry an extra set of headphones? I use the same headphones for my telephone for example and wouldn't want to carry yet another pair with me for listening to audio books.
In addition to all of these capabilities, the clip also comes with a decent radio with extremely to use presets. Sometimes I like to take a break from listening to books and it's nice to have the option of just listening to the radio in the same device. It also has a great microphone and voice recorder for taking quick notes are dictating which you can't do with the iPod. I found that it works just fine even through the very inexpensive silicon cases that are available. No need to poke a hole for the microphone. Although the case is not necessary, the clip works just fine through it and it definitely ruggedizes the light weight plastic device.
I should also mention that the volume range is great, and the graphic equalizer is also a nice plus for listening to music. You won't find such capabilities in the iPod shuffle. Just like the iPod, the battery is not serviceable and lasts for over a dozen hours on a charge. Both devices take an hour or two to recharge, seem to hold a charge for a long time, and will eventually have to be replaced if the battery wears out before you decide to upgrade.
Buying multiple of these in case one of them fails on a trip, to loan to friends, or just upgrading is a real possibility since they are significantly less expensive than Apple's offerings.
In short, I'm in love with this product and find that it excels against the iPod shuffle in nearly every way. The only thing you can't really do with it is watch video. This is actually also a benefit to the device since the screen was designed specifically for audio use which conserves power and makes it very legible due to the large font size and large viewing angle. Kudos to the engineers for building such a marvelous product and to SanDisk for making it possible at such a reasonable price. I'll be buying more of these as gifts.
Description of SanDisk Sansa Clip 2 GB MP3 Player - Blue
D1) Sandisk Clip Mp3 - 2gb Blue |
Product Description
Sansa® Clip MP3 Player
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Clip it on and roll
For the movers and the shakers who want to shed the baggage of a bigger MP3 player?it?;s time to get the skinny on the Sansa® Clip player. Offering five colors to choose from, this lightweight MP3 player delivers major sound for its matchbox size, and storage capacity of up to 2GB*. And with its smart design, you can clip your Sansa® Clip player to your bag, pants or sleeves, allowing you to enjoy all the perks of an MP3?hands-free.
Listen
Keep up to 500*** songs at the ready wherever you go. Or tune into FM radio for news and fresh music anytime.
Record
With the built-in microphone, you can record memos, lectures or all those unexpected, mic-worthy moments throughout your day. When you're ready, transfer your files to your PC for listening and sharing.
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Get together
The Sansa® Clip player plays MP3, WMA, secure WMA and Audible file formats. Connect via USB cable to your computer for charging or synchronizing.
Sort it out
A compact MP3 player with a screen, the Sansa® Clip player makes navigation simple, so you can sort your music, FM stations and audio books ease.
So what's in the box?
Sansa® Clip MP3 player, Clip accessory, USB 2.0 transfer cable, earphones, promotional inserts, and quick start guide.
* 1 gigabyte (GB) =1 billion bytes. Some capacity not available for data storage.
** Based on continuous playback at 128kbps; actual life and performance may vary depending upon usage and settings; battery not replaceable.
*** Approximation based on 4-minute songs at 128kbps.
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Choose Sansa®, a smarter way to play
Sansa® products are brought to you by SanDisk, the minds behind flash memory. Around the world, wherever people take pictures, listen to music, use cell phones?or do much of anything at all with digital devices?you?;ll probably find SanDisk products. Maybe that?;s why, after more than 20 years in the business, SanDisk has never stopped innovating.
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