Product Description
plays MP3, WMA and unprotected AAC formats * displays JPEG photos * plays MPEG-4 videos * 2" color LCD screen * built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery provides up to 33 hours music playback; up to 8 hours video playback * 4GB embedded memory holds 66 hours of music at 128 Kbps or 8 hours of MPEG-4 video *
Amazon.com Product Description
Rock with your favorite music, watch crystal clear full-motion video and enjoy your photos on a beautiful color-rich screen with the NWZ-A818BLK Walkman Video MP3 player. The slim-line player lets you see it all on its high-resolution 2" QVGA LCD screen. Small enough to slip into a bag or pocket, the 8GB NWZ-S818BLK Walkman Video MP3 player can store up to 5,050 songs, 30 hours of video or hundreds of photographs, giving you the delight of multimedia entertainment anytime, anyplace. Also available in silver.
8GB Built-in Memory
Store up to 5,050 Songs or up to 30H 40M of video on your Walkman video MP3 Player and never be without your entertainment again.
High Quality Video Playback
Playback your favorite videos right on the player using MPEG 4 and M4V profile at 30 frames per second.
Battery Life
With up to 33 hours of audio playback and up to 8 hours of video playback you don't have to worry about charging your player.
2.0" QVGA LCD Screen
Easily view your movies, photos and music information on the high quality, 320x240 display.
Compatible with Secure Windows Media Audio
Giving you more options than ever for downloading and listening to music.
MP3/WMA/AAC Audio Codec Support
Supports playback of MP3 and WMA DRM and non-DRM audio files downloaded from multiple sources. Also supports non-DRM AAC content, giving you multiple options for downloading music the way you want.
4 Clear Audio Technologies
Digital Sound Enhancement Engine(DSEE), Clear Bass, Clear Stereo and EX Series Headphones give an enhanced listening experience. Clear Bass enahnces the bass sound, minimizing distortion while Clear Stereo reduces the leaking from one channel to another. DSEE restores the higher sound frequency lost when creating compressed music files, thus reproducing a sound quality closer to the original CD quality.
Time Machine Shuffle
Shuffle play among songs from a randomly selected year. (Information will come from CD information that is downloaded from the Gracenote CDDB)
Music Search
Search for music on your Walkman video player by All Songs, Album, Artist, Genre, Release Year, Folder and Playlists.
Initial Search
Use the first letter of the song, album or artist to easily find the music you are looking for.
Bi-Directional LCD Display
Watch your videos and view your photographs either vertically or horizontally by adjusting the screen to the orientation you prefer.
What's in the Box
NWZ-A818BLK Walkman Video MP3 player, USB Cable (22 pin to USB), MDR-EX082 Headphones and extension cord, CD-ROM with Windows Media Player 11 and MP3 Conversion Tools, Quick Start Guide, Adaptor Plate (for optional 22 pin cradle).
Customer Reviews:
Amazing bass and price and quality. Better than ipods.......2007-12-25
Absolutly amazing I just got this on Christmas Day. I was Really amazed how many functions it had compared to the Ipod. After seeing and hearing this the ipods are junk unless you want alot of memory. Other than that this thing has a alot more technology but i think youve got the point after what it says on the top. Well it comes with 80 dollar headphones in case you didnt know and the bass and quality is just amazing. Its an unatural feeling when you think your whole head is shaking but its not. Another thing its nice really nice shiny not scratchable like the ipods. Also it has amazing battery 33 hours and its true it last me 2 weeks without charging it. Basiclly its get this than an ipod it will be worth you money and they wont jam like them too. I highly recommend.
Great Flash Player.......2007-12-25
I have had my new Sony NWZ-A818 for three weeks now and so
far I am pretty impressed. I had a Samsung YP-T9 4 gig, so
as far as I was concerned the Sony had some big shoes to fill.
For starters, the build quality. It really is a step above all
the competition. It is all metal, cool to the touch, and weighty
for such a small device. The screen is very detailed.
If you watch the included Spider Man 3 demo, you'll know
what I mean.
The sound quality really is special. I'm hearing songs properly
for the first time. There are lots of tweaks for EQ, including
two custom settings.
Caveats are few. There is no FM tuner(I don't care). The sound
doesn't get quite as loud as I would like on some songs, and the battery life is not approaching the 33-35 hours CNET got(probably because I have it maxed out constantly). Oh, and I am having
problems getting used to the cord hanging next to my neck, where it sticks sometimes while working out(probably a personal issue).
All in all, this is a nice improvement on the Samsung. I am very pleased.
It's Crazy good!!.......2007-12-15
The title says it all. Sony has always made great portable audio, with their full rich sound Sig. Now you can have your cake and eat it too, no more sonic stage!! Really, just like the other fine folks, I have owned many daps- cowon, samsung, apple, zune, iriver, creative, rio, meizu, toshiba, kenwood ect. ect. I just have to say this little unit is the best at reproducing full , detailed rich sound. It is incredible with shure e500's, the warmth and soundstage is second to none. The unit is easy to use, the screen is top notch, and the unit is dead sexy and built like a high-end piece of kit.
I also echo the awesome battery performance, and don't let the 5mw output fool you, this baby has enough power to drive some full size cans. I'm a musician too and are super picky about my audio, and I can't stress how good this little unit sounds. I actually had the japanese model "nw a808", but sold it to get the non sonic stage model. The Japanese unit had some extra settings like "on the go" playlisting and a "favorite" shuffle setting plus some other extras. I hope sony adds these to the a818 in a future firmware release.
Even on Head-Fi people are praising it's sound and that says alot, you have some hardcore users there :) One member said he was going to buy another a818 as back-up because he said he couldn't bear to live without it if he lost or broke his. Bottom line, BUY IT!! and sony please release some higher capacity models.
Just wanted to mention a couple of more things, I really like how the "door" on the usb port is spring loaded and snaps back in place to prevent dust and debris from entering the player- Nice! Also even though I am kind of a purest when it comes to sound enhancements, the ones on the a818 are pretty amazing and don't seem to add distortion or coloration to the audio signal. "DSEE" really seems to boost the highs on low bitrate mp3 files, and smooth them out.
"Clear stereo" also seems to make the seperation of channels more distinct, resulting in a wider soundstage, very subtle indeed, but nice. "Clear bass" does a fantastic job of boosting the very low end while bringing in no distortion to the bass, resulting in "feeling the low end " but also keeping a the detail. A fender jazz sounds like it should, and a rickenbacker sounds just like it should:) None of that mushyness you used to get with the old "mega bass"
Since I use high bitrate files, I don't use the dsee, but I do use the clear stereo and clear bass quite a bit. The 5 band eq is competent and more than you get on a zune or ipod :) I must say though even without eq you get the full range of the audio spectrum. There is no bass roll-off as there is in other players- ipod, cough cough. So you get a much fuller and "blended" sound not tinny or harsh.
There are many mediocre daps out there, thats why I think when a gem like this comes around so many people want to share their experiance (with some very detailed reviews!) with others. Music is a magical thing and it's great to have something so small, yet awesome to play it on.
One last thing, sony makes premium stuff usually with premium prices. The a818 is priced less than the inferior zune flash or ipod nano. If you take your music seriously or you just love awesome gadgets, then a purchase of the sony nw a818 is mandatory!!! peace out!
Very Pleased........2007-12-13
I really like this product. The other reviews are correct. The sound is amazing. I had an IPOD for 3 years. That was fine but I wanted to try another type of MP3 player. I don't use the earphones it came with because I had Sony earphones that I love. I find 8GB is more than enough for me. I listen to the same stuff over and over. :) And I am happy with the size. I can fit it in my pockets just fine or a tiny purse. I bought the clear case cause I have butterfingers. But the MP3 player seemed sturdy enough without it. But I don't want to take that chance. :) Actually, I am using it right now. It is extremely easy to use. I just drop my mp3s and go on my way. Since I had the Ipod, I had a wall adapter. I switch the IPod cord with the Sony cord plugged the USB end into the adapter. And there you go. Wall charger!!! The battery life is great. If I am running low, it could take an hour or so to fully charge using the wall adapter. I haven't used my computer to do a complete charge. It is great for my needs. Great sound, good size, its not too heavy with the clear case. Life is good. :)
Bull's Eye - finally - Sony's drag and drop - best sound quality MP3 player.......2007-12-13
Having owned many MP3 players of all makes and sizes - for many years - I have finally found something that tops the charts. The screen is beautiful, easy to read, easy to load music (no software required), great battery life, and most importantly - amazing audio quality. No playlists on the fly but I can live with that - given it is so easy to navigate. Kudos to Sony.
Product Description
Tivoli Audio presents the Kloss Model One Radio for your desk or any location in home or office. Designed by Henry-Kloss, the Model One has become a legend among radios and an example of late 20th century engineering and design. Like other priceless instruments from past centuries, this radio remains a totally unique audio gem. This is THE table radio and we have it just for you. Auxiliary input for CD or MP3 use Headphone output Record output 12 volt DC input for use with optional cigarette lighter adapter in cars, boats, RVs&campgrounds Is this art, is this science, perhaps just the innovative genius of one rare individual. The Henry-Kloss Model One Table Radio may be prized for centuries to come. You can own it now. Classic Blue-Cherry Finish
Amazon.com Review
The Tivoli Model One has been praised far and wide for its high-quality sound, small size, and cool, retro styling. We got our hands on a sample unit and came away impressed, just as many others have. Anyone who wants a compact, stylish radio with surprisingly good sound should give the Model One a look.
Design
In many ways, the Model One is the culminating achievement of famed audio engineer Henry Kloss's long career. Designed from the ground up by Kloss, who passed away in 2002, the radio exudes understated class and elegant simplicity. We received the Platinum Series Model One, which features a hand-lacquered, high gloss dark walnut cabinet that is simply gorgeous. According to Tivoli, the genuine wood casing isn't just for looks as it provides "an acoustically inert housing" that maximizes the speaker's sound quality. At just over 8 inches wide, 4.5 inches high, and 5.25 inches deep, the Model One is about the size of a toaster turned on its side-- plenty small to fit on a desk, dresser, or nightstand.
The Model One's single rotary dial handles tuning for both AM and FM stations. It feels sturdy and smooth in the hand. The dial is designed to move between stations at a speed that is a bit slower than the speed at which the user turns the knob-- a 5 to 1 ratio, to be exact. This "ratio" dialing technique makes it far easier to tune stations accurately and quickly. It's a nice touch that sets the unit apart from other desktop radios.
The tuner band selection and volume dials are easy to control. Plus, they're well designed for hands of all sizes. A small LED power indicator, as well as an LED that helps determine signal strength, are positioned between the dials. We liked the light-colored face and dark lettering printed on the Platinum Series model we reviewed; it made for easy operation in dimly-lit rooms. The Model One's single, 3" driver is protected by a handsome metal speaker cover. Tivoli adds that the speaker is enhanced by a "multi-stage frequency contouring circuit that adjusts the speaker's output over half-octave increments." The result, Tivoli claims, is "musically accurate tonal balance and bass response."
The back of the unit features a coaxial antenna jack for the included FM antenna wire. While the Model One also has an internal FM antenna, Tivoli recommends using the supplied external one for tricky tuning in locales with a lot of stations crammed together. There's a handy switch for switching between the internal and external antennae. A standard 3.5mm headphone jack is also provided, as is a 3.5mm auxiliary line in port for plugging in your iPod or other music device. If you want to use the Model One as a component tuner-- not a bad idea given the overall quality and accuracy of the tuning circuitry-- Tivoli has provided a 3.5mm output port. The back panel also sports separate ports for AC and DC power, making the unit a great choice for boating or RV use.
Listening Pleasure
As with the Tivoli iPal portable speaker system, we were initially skeptical about the performance of a small, one-speaker unit that only offers monaural sound. The reality is that most small two-speaker systems don't allow you to place the speakers very far apart anyway, and the Model One's rich, resonant sound more than made up for its lack of true stereo separation. Plus, the Model One is a single, elegant box with no annoying speaker cords.
While the Model One isn't designed to provide earth-shattering sound at high volume, it produces surprising clarity and fullness at normal listening levels. When turned all the way up, the unit's rich sound persists and we suspect that Tivoli engineered the Model One's volume level to max out before any distortion arises. If you don't need a lot of volume, the Model One delivers. As with the iPal, we were left scratching our heads and wondering how such great sound could come from such a little box.
The Model One's tuning accuracy is also impressive; we were able to dial in stations we didn't even know existed. Tivoli says this is due to the unit's discrete-component FM tuner technology, which was originally developed for cellular telephones. Whatever Tivoli has done here, they did it right; closely-spaced stations are a breeze to tune.
Pros
- Compact form factor
- Excellent sound
- Supremely accurate tuning
Cons
- Not engineered to produce extremely high volume levels
Customer Reviews:
Excellent reception.......2007-12-06
I live in the shadow of the local mountaintop radio antennas and can rarely get good, reliable reception on your average dial or digitally tuned radio. The Tivolio Model One pulls in all my stations crystal clear and rock solid thanks to the fine adjustment on the dial knob. And the sound is great despite not being a full on stereo. I love my Model One.
Like My Old KLH.......2007-10-03
In the mid-60's I bought a little KLH component tuner that looks exactly like the Tivoli Audio One I recently purchased. I loved that little tuner, but it became a dinosaur when receivers came with radios built in. My new Tivoli replaces that little KLH and stands on its own. I bought the radio primarily to listen to NPR in my kitchen, so I don't need stereo. The sound quality is clear and crisp. Some reviewers complained of a hiss, but I don't find that. Of course I love the retro look of the radio and remembrance of days of yore. The style is simple, yet effective. I was lucky to find this model on a deep clearance at Target and bought it for less than half the going price. A great radio for a great price. I look forward to years of enjoyment from it.
If you own an iPod this radio is for you.......2007-08-16
This radio serves as an excellent iPod speaker. It is extremely simple, and the sound quality is terrific for the price. The FM reception involves, to borrow from Steely Dan, no static at all. I have two of these and highly recommend this product.
Feeling the love.......2007-08-14
Reception is great; the color blue with the cherrywood is sooo cool; the sound is amazing out of only the one speaker and my iPod sounds great. Happiness.
Tivoli Model One Tabletop Radio.......2007-07-03
In this time of increasing complexity it's a joy to purchase a product that does what it is intended to do, very simply, and very well.
Having purchased high end audio gear, the Tivoli One is a worthwhile replacement for someone interested in reducing clutter, and enjoying your music at a very fair price.
The Model One has a classic look that won't be out of place in any type of environment. Only drawback? should have bought two- as my wife loves using it. Maybe there's a Model Two in my future!!!
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