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Sony Stereo CD/Cassette Boombox Home Audio Radio, Black (CFDS70BLK), 13.7 x 6.1 x 9 inches
Brand | Sony |
Connectivity Technology | wired, wireless |
Color | Black |
Speaker Type | Built-In |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 13.82 x 6.22 x 8.98 inches |
About this item
- Enjoy full-function stereo sound, Playback CDs, CD-R/RW and MP3 CDs with shuffle and program functions, Built-in cassette tape deck with recording function. Note:Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Kindly follow the instructions provided in the user guide.
- FM/AM tuner with digital tuning and 30 station presets, AC and battery power options with up to 19 hours of battery life, Aux audio input lets you connect digital music players
- MEGA BASS boost circuitry enhances low-frequency bass performance at the touch of a button, AC power cord included
- Power Supply 1 x AC power cord (120 VAC, 60 Hz) or 6 x R14/Size C dry batteries (9 VDC); Requires 6 C Batteries; Works well and long with Polaroid C Batteries
- Note: Kindly refer the PDFs provided under technical specifications before use
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Enjoy full-function stereo soundStereo speakers housed in a bass-reflex design deliver an enjoyable listening experience. |
Playback CDs, CD-R/RW and MP3 CDs with shuffle and program functionsListen how you want with the ability to playback CDs, CD-R/RW and MP3 CDs. Shuffle and program functions give you full control of how you listen to your tunes. |
Built-in cassette tape deck with recording functionPlayback your old mix tapes and record new ones with the built-in cassette deck. |
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FM/AM tuner with digital tuning and 30 station presetsThe built in FM/AM tuner with 30 station presets makes it easy to listen to and save your favorite radio stations. |
AC and battery power options with up to 19 hours of battery lifeEnjoy your favorite on the go, for up to 19 hours (6 size C, sold separately). For battery swaps that are a snap, the battery compartment quickly and easily clicks open and closed. |
Plays well with othersAn auxiliary audio input lets you connect select digital music players to the speaker dock for easy access to your music (cable not included). |
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MEGA BASSBass boost circuitry enhances low-frequency bass performance at the touch of a button. |
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Sound quality | 3.9 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.0 |
Remote Control | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.3 |
Portability | 4.5 | 3.8 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.6 | — |
Value for money | — | 3.9 | 4.2 | 3.4 | — | 4.0 |
Easy to use | — | — | 4.2 | 3.5 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
Sold By | — | Herneum | NEXTRON-US | Retevis Direct | Excelsior USA | GagaBlue |
connectivity tech | wired, wireless | Bluetooth,CD,USB | Bluetooth, Auxiliary, USB | USB | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Auxiliary, USB |
power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Corded Electric, Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Battery Powered |
speaker count | 2 | — | 2 | — | 2 | 2 |
bluetooth technology | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
speaker type | Built-In | Dual Speaker | Built-In | Built-In | Stereo | Dual Speaker |
supported standards | CD | CD | MP3, WMA | MP3 | CD | CD |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 13.82 x 6.22 x 8.98 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.19 pounds |
Manufacturer | Sony |
ASIN | B01DUF3UVC |
Item model number | CFD-S70 B |
Batteries | 1 CR5 batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #41,584 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #122 in Boomboxes |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 24, 2012 |
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Product Description
Enjoy full-function, portable audio at home or on the go with the easy-to-use Sony CFD-S70 Stereo CD Boombox. With MEGA BASS for extended bass response and your choice of CD, cassette, MP3 and FM/AM radio playback, this product lets you enjoy a wide range of music.
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Customers like the value, size and ease of use of the integrated stereo system. For example, they mention it takes up less space, has a decent sound and the controls are easy to navigate. Some are satisfied with appearance, and reception. That said, opinions are mixed on quality and sound quality.
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Customers like the value of the integrated stereo system. They say it's a good inexpensive CD player that will play MP3s as well as regular CD-Rs. Some customers also mention that it'll work as a stereo and is very good for the size and price. Overall, customers are satisfied with the value and quality of the product.
"This unit is great for the price!..." Read more
"...even original retail box in brand new condition, and I got it at a good price...." Read more
"...for something that was clearly designed on a budget, the price might be a little high...." Read more
"...This Sony was a good find. It works well and the price was not a killer.It works pretty good for playing back cassette tapes...." Read more
Customers appreciate the compact size of the stereo. They say it takes up less space than their old stereo and has a decent sound. The stereo is light weight and not too bulky for portability. It is easy to move room to room and fits well in small places.
"...Here are the pros:1. Convenience; portable; small footprint2...." Read more
"...It is compact and everything works as it should. The buttons are all the same size across the top, but there is writing to know what is what...." Read more
"...Light-weight, and not too bulky for portability...." Read more
"...I liked ease of operation.I liked the portability on battery.It takes a lot of batteries" Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the integrated stereo system. They mention that the controls are easy to navigate, and the headphone jack is easy to use. Some appreciate the directions in English, and that the machine is easily accessible. That said, some complain about the description being incorrect.
"...There than that, it is easy to use.Plays very well; nice clear sound!" Read more
"...its large flat top that can accommodate a laptop, and its easy to read buttons on the front...." Read more
"...The sound is good. It’s simply plug-and-play and very easy to use. I highly recommend this product." Read more
"...4. Easy setup and use.Here are the cons:1. The description is incorrect. It states the size as 13.7" x 6.1" x 9"...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the stereo system. They say it looks good, is well designed, and doesn't stand out too much in a room. Customers also mention that there are no silly impractical design elements. Overall, customers are satisfied with the appearance and functionality of the product.
"...This unit is very well designed electronically; it sounds great but suffers from terribly inferior mechanical components associated with disposable..." Read more
"...The plastic housing does feel cheap but it is finished well and looks good...." Read more
"...3. Looks good, as opposed to most current "boom boxes" or cd players, which all have an odd shape or just look ridiculous...." Read more
"...this product is doing what it is supposed to in fairly good fashion...." Read more
Customers like the reception of the integrated stereo system. They say it picks up stations well and has a good frequency response. Some mention that it holds its signals without issue.
"...The engineering and design of this player seems quite good. Excellent FM reception...." Read more
"...It does a very decent job of this with crisp sound quality and generally good reception...." Read more
"...It’s certainly not Hi-Fi and the bass boost (Mega Bass, I think it’s called) is laughable...." Read more
"...it's radio reception to my super radio but so far it appears to receive fairly well.I haven't tried the CD player...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the stereo system. Some mention that it plays very well, has nice clear sound, and the cassette player works great. However, others say that it's inferior quality, disappointing, and that the CD player just stopped playing one day.
"...There than that, it is easy to use.Plays very well; nice clear sound!" Read more
"...Things wear out from normal use but for sixty bucks plus tax for a dependable music source for 8 months use is certainly not my expectation of value...." Read more
"...It plays CDs without issue, the cassette player works great, and the radio/aux input functions have all worked smoothly for myself...." Read more
"...It seems like a very decent cassette player. A played a standard CD (Sibelius Finlandia) and it sounded very good. Sony makes nice sounding units...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the integrated stereo system. Some mention that the sound is very good, has a bass boost, and is good for the price range. However, others say that the quality is not the best, the volume doesn't go as loud as they would like, and there is a slight background hum in the output.
"...There than that, it is easy to use.Plays very well; nice clear sound!" Read more
"...This unit is very well designed electronically; it sounds great but suffers from terribly inferior mechanical components associated with disposable..." Read more
"...This new one has such a wimpy sound. You can hear a constant "whirr" underneath the sound. Then the sound of the music is just small and bad...." Read more
"...-The sound quality is good enough...." Read more
Customers dislike the buttons on the integrated stereo system. They say the controls are very hard to see, and some buttons became frustratingly semi-functional after a year of use. They also say the symbols on the buttons are painfully hard to read and small. Customers also mention that the buttons do not pop up to automatically stop the winding, and that the controls have small print.
"My only complaint is that it is hard to tell which control button is which. There than that, it is easy to use...." Read more
"...initial confusion to play tape on this unit, the cassette play button symbol appears backward to him and me however, this does not detract from the..." Read more
"...These are black against a black surface, which doesn't stand out as well as the light grey buttons on the dark grey background of the older model...." Read more
"...3. The radio is without a dial, so you need to search using buttons, repeatedly pushing to find a station, unless you use the "auto" function...." Read more
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Plays very well; nice clear sound!
Update: 02-24-17 Sony CFDS70BLK CD/Cassette Boombox Home Audio Radio, Black:
I bought this as a gift for a blind person. Prior to this he used a Radio Shack Cassette Player/Recorder for over 30 years, ~two hours a day until it died. He takes care of his stuff. This unit was purchased primarily for the Cassette Player/Recorder feature; his library is mostly cassette. Slight initial confusion to play tape on this unit, the cassette play button symbol appears backward to him and me however, this does not detract from the unit. He was thrilled by the great sound quality from all the features of the unit - AM/FM, Cassette Player/Recorder, CD Player. He bragged how much he enjoyed this unit, and is grateful to have something he needs. After eight months of slight use the Cassette Player/Recorder is useless but the radio and CD player continue to work, they both have excellent quality sound. When we were shopping for a Cassette Player I recommended Sony without hesitation; I associate Sony with quality and to large degree I still do. He and I both are very frustrated with Sony’s letdown in quality. This unit is very well designed electronically; it sounds great but suffers from terribly inferior mechanical components associated with disposable products. Without further risk of humility I will refrain from being so quick to recommend Sony and some of their consumer products for any value and longevity. I do not recommend this unit to anyone.
Update: 11-11-17 Sony CFDS70BLK CD/Cassette Boombox Home Audio Radio, Black:
Sony customer service made good for my friend. During the one year factory warranty period, Sony provided a cost free replacement of the defective cassette player. He is equally impressed with the sound quality of the new unit though he’s now reluctant to use it much. Jeannette was helpful with her timely reply to my post. Sony’s customer service was eager to uphold the company name and professional during the return process.
Customer satisfaction? Sony makes some great stuff and proved to stand behind its product. I own several Sony’s, confident they will perform when used. Things wear out from normal use but for sixty bucks plus tax for a dependable music source for 8 months use is certainly not my expectation of value. It was a hassle to him to rely on others to help with tech support to troubleshoot, find the box, all accessories, pack, label, and ship the defective product. Label alone was 4 emails and label delivery. Using inferior components in this product tarnished Sony’s reputation for quality.
Update 09-08-22: The replacement unit is still working fine after 5 years. I raised the Star Rating from 1 to 5.
The good-
-It is quite lightweight without batteries, which may or may not mean anything.
-The sound quality is good enough. Though, even with Sony's proprietary Mega Bass, it doesn't sound quite as rich as many Bluetooth speakers, like my Roker Sound Box.
-I'm very happy it includes an auxiliary audio-in. Though I don't necessarily need it, maybe some day there will be an all-in-one Sony cd radio cassette with audio-in AND Bluetooth.
-The CD functions exactly how it should. The play-modes like shuffle, repeat, and even program all seem to work as expected.
-It's nice that the radio is digitally tuned with a few preset and favorite buttons to boot, though HD radio would have been pretty nice, even if it cost more.
-The antenna is nice and long, though reception seems about average.
I deducted one star for a few features that wouldn't have cost much more for them to include. A lot about this stereo is quite basic, with the cassette tape player being the worst offender.
-Firstly, I would have gladly paid $10 or more a if this had a remote control, like my old Sony CFD-V25 did.
-The tape door is flimsy and I'm almost surprised it isn't entirely manual like the old Walkmans.
-The CD door is also a bit flimsy and actually is completely manual.
-There is no auto-stop function on the tape's rewind or fast forward buttons.
-There is no counter or any way of monitoring the progress of the tape, which is something that's a bit important as a tape recorder. It might not have looked as sleek, but they could have at least had a window in the tape door.
-Worst in my book is No Dolby NR, No CrO2/Metal selection and No Auto-Reverse.
I mean even the Sony walkman had those features. It is 2016. Nobody uses MP3 CDs now, but it needs its own file browser. The tape deck couldn't get Dolby? I would be much more happy if, as one of the last tape players to be manufactured, it was as fully functioning as they were 20 years ago.
All that being said, I would buy it again. I guess you can't have everything.
I see some reviews complaining about audio quality and things of that sort, which I don't understand as this is a $60 unit with very small speakers and a tiny (if it even has one) subwoofer. I think this unit is geared more towards a "utility, do it all" type of market rather than an "audiophile quality" market.
That being said, and with realistic expectations in play, I think this unit is fantastic.
It plays CDs without issue, the cassette player works great, and the radio/aux input functions have all worked smoothly for myself.
I admit I am disappointed about it needing C Batteries (a rather archaic and costly charging solution) but it does include a power cable to avoid needing batteries as long as you have an outlet nearby.
I would be surprised if you can find even a dedicated cassette player that functions as well as this for the price, much less a unit with th additional 4 inputs.
Finally: recording audio onto a cassette (via the input jack) works wonderfully! I used my phone to play a pre-made Spotify playlist that I tossed together, and it worked like a charm, no odd noises or issues with the tape after the recording.
Watch the video for a more in depth run down if it's functions.
In my opinion, a great guy for those with realistic expectations and a willingness to learn.