Sony ZS-X1 S2 Sports CD Boombox with FM/AM Radio and ESP CD Shock Protection
by Sony

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• CD and radio boombox with 2-position Mega Bass low-end sound enhancement
• ESP CD shock protection minimizes skipping during CD playback
• Digital FM/AM tuner with 30 station presets
• Water-resistant design with high-impact plastic housing is designed for outdoor fun
• Uses two 4-inch speakers, runs on 6 D batteries (not included) or supplied AC power adapter

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Customer Review: Solid product you can depend on.
Summary: 5 Stars

I will admit that I hesitated a bit before buying this because of several negative reviews I found. There's a review floating around saying the sound quality is terrible. The person did say that they were using it outside constructing decks or whatever, and admitted it sounded better at lower levels. I think I can understand how this boombox will not rock anyone's world outside, which is actually a difficult task with any portable player, given the ambient noise of the outdoors be it urban or suburbia.

My review is based on this; I am replacing a boombox I had in my kitchen, and I usually play music while doing the dishes (some ambient noise in itself, yet of course in an enclosed environment). I think this Sony unit sounds excellent. The 'megabass' feature truly does add bass that my last TWO units NEVER had... I believe my former units were in the $45-65 price range. This Sony is definitely a bang for the buck device, and I am truly happy with the sound and physical design.

I had no need for a waterproof device, yet my Sony sports Discman always outlasted any other brand due to the anti-shock, rugged construction, so I figured the boombox should also have a long lifespan. Are you paying for a name? Possibly... but it certainly is one I trust.

I confess that I cannot accurately comment on the longevity of this product, since I've only had the unit a few days. However, I just wanted to add a few thoughts to let people know that this device sounds excellent and best of all has a little low end punch to make music lovers of any genre enjoy. I bought the boombox based on Sony's reputation and my previous experiences with their products, and I have no regrets. Remember, it's a portable boombox, not a home theatre system.

Description of Sony ZS-X1 S2 Sports CD Boombox with FM/AM Radio and ESP CD Shock Protection

Sony's ESP CD shock protection uses advanced technology to provide skip-free playback during active use, and the water-resistant design makes use of high-impact plastic housing with rubber gaskets, bushings, and waterproof seals that help keep out water, moisture, and dirt. (The unit is explicitly not designed for immersion in water.)

The ZS-X1 comes with a digital AM/FM stereo tuner, too, boasting 30-station memory presets (20 FM, 10 AM) and drift-free reception. Two-position Mega Bass sound enhances low frequencies to degrees of your choosing.

What's in the Box
Boombox, AC power adapter, user's manual, warranty information.