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Summary: Perfect MP3 Player!
Review: This is really a review of the Creative Labs MuVo TX 256MB MP3 player which has the 2.0 USB connection, which is super fast, much faster than the 1.1 that almost all other ones have. I purchased this so I could have music for working out and so I could have a portable drive for power point presentations etc.
First, it is the perfect size and comes with belt clip and arm band. It plugs directly into the USB port on your computer so you don't have to lug around all those cables etc. The display is excellent, backlit blue, the controls are easily accessible while running, the software included allows you to build your own play list folders and to take music off your CDs and put it on the MP3 player. The latter is an awesome feature as I have several CD mixes that were burned that I love to run to and I was thrilled to be able to easily transfer them to my new MP3 player. In order to load music to the player you just click and drop them in.
It sounds like some people had trouble hearing with the headphones, but I thought they were fine. I am however using Sony earbuds as I think they do have better sound and are more comfortable.
I would highly reccommend spending the extra $$ on this product as I think it is exceptional. I am truly pleased with it.
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Summary: IF it was a woman I'd marry it.
Review: Okay, So this is the 4th MP3 player I purchased in the past month. I tried the Dell Juitbox 20G. A Samsung and a IPOD. I needed to take off a week of work to stay home and figure out the Dell. On my Harley the thing kept freezing and finally just bit the dust after 2 weeks. The Samsung would NOT let me download from Musicmatch WMA files. The IPOD was miserable to figure out menus. So I purchased the Creative Labs Muvo NV 256MB as a last resort before returning back to my simple Tape cassette player on the bike. Plain and simple: This is SO SIMPLE, beautifully designed, AGAIN SIMPLE to use MP3 there is. It downloaded all songs both MP3 and WMA files no problem and no glitches. The menus on it are superb, easy to read, easy to navigate, no brainer toggleing. Its tiny, amazingly free of glitches, and wont freeze on my Harley. Plugs directly into the USB port with no wires and no problems with my windows XP like the others had. I actually hired a guy to help me figure out the other MP3 playes I purchased and even he was boggled. I didnt even call him for this. Whoever invented this thing is a genious and realized that I AM NOT. BUY this thing and dont think twice. Enjoy.
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Summary: Excellent performance, impressive features
Review: This is quite an astounding little gadget. It weighs just over an ounce, but it carries a quarter-gigabyte of music-- about four hours, at standard MP3 compression. Since the MuVo NX uses flash memory, it has no moving parts, which makes it great for use while running or working out-- it has already replaced my CD-based MP3 player, which was larger, heavier, and inclined to skipping.The interface is easy to use and very intuitive, using a simple rocker switch to page through songs or options. The device also includes several thoughtful touches, such as a vertical-flip option for lefties, a wide variety of playback options, and a customizable graphic equalizer. Sound quality is excellent, the volume is ample, and the package includes a nice pair of earbud speakers.
The only drawback with this MP3 player is the USB interface, which is the old USB 1.1 standard instead of the faster USB 2.0. This isn't a serious issue, however, as USB 2.0 is only supported by recent computers running Windows XP, and even at USB 1.1 speeds it only takes a couple of minutes to fully load the player. I enthusiastically recommend the MuVo NX to audiophiles, early adopters, and anybody who wants ultra-portable music on the go.
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Summary: Good Product
Review: I really like my MP3 player, it is small and comes with an arm band so I can work-out with it. My only complaint is that the battery compartment is a bit flimsy and the cover comes off all the time.
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Summary: PERFECT MP3 PLAYER
Review: This little thing is awesome. Basically, it is a Walkman, but about the size of cigarette lighter. It holds approximately 70 songs. I'm using it for running. First thing I did was ditch the ear-buds that came with it. Those things will never stay in while you're running. My old Walkman headset fit in the jack. Runs off 1 AAA battery. I went to this because it was less than $100 and I've been reading all kinds of horror stories about getting the I-Pod battery changed by mailing it in. Not worth the effort.
The Nomad 256 fits easily into the USB port of your computer, though some computers will not allow you to slid the oversized flash drive in because the plastic case blocks it from seating property. Shove it in the back and you should have no trouble.
Holds a lot of music and its easy to click through songs you don't want to listen to. If you make a mistake in typing in info it will carry over to the Nomad and you have to delete and rename the file. Editing won't do it, for some reason. You'll love this thing. Cheap and easy to use. I'm going to buy one for my wife.
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Summary: overpriced for a lack of features.
Review: while creative has a hit on their hands with their latest Muvo solid-state MP3 line, there is absolutely NO reason to choose the Muvo NX 256MB player over the Muvo TX FM 256MB player.
The NX is more expensive, utilizes USB 1.1 to transfer files and lacks a radio/radio recording.
The TX FM is CHEAPER for the same memory size/usb stick configuration, utilizes USB 2.0 for MUCH faster speeds AND HAS FM RADIO INCLUDED AS WELL. seriously, the NX right now is a ripoff until the price drops the TX to match.
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Summary: versatile and good for running.
Review: I was looking for something to run with, help cope with the repetitive boredom, so I was looking for something small and light. I had searched a long time. This is the best for the purpose, IMHO. I have had it for many months now, still no problem.
Likes:
very light, comes with everything.
can use as usb device, that is great! I really have use for it.
doesn't need to format data/music to store it, unlike sony, which would be a real pain
Dislikes:
the navigation wheel doesn't respond well in my opinion; when I run, I can't skip to the next song sometimes.
packaged earphone is not good for running, need to buy your own.
I recommend it for running and its versatility to be a usb drive. The price now makes it even more attractive, I found mine from whosave dot coom (shows you online sales), so it was a good price and value.
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Summary: Good quality, and even plays mp3 at 320kbps!
Review: I was eyeing an ipod but had to obe content with my next best 'budget' bet - this muvo nx 256. It is great. Holds all my favourite music. I dont plan to make a trip so long as to require 10,000 songs, so the storage is just fine. The output frequency is 20 to 20,000 so the stereo quality is very good, and the supplied headphones do a good job. its quite user friendly and light. I was not expecting the 2nd battery pack in a new colour, so that was a surprise for me too.
I had a problem whie seeking an mp3 at 320 kbps...but then i upgraded my firmware from 1.01.07 to 1.30.09...and the problem was solved! :) So am quite content.
I plan to buy rechargable batteries tomorrow.
The voice recorder is also very effective. Put it on a table, and it records everybody around it...so quite senstive. Good if u wish to record a lecture or an interview :).
Recommended.
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Summary: GREAT!!!!!!!!!! Buy it.
Review: Saw this at a good price, decided to try it. It has worked great. Light, easy to use, good sound quality. Supports MP3 and WMA, drag and drop files on it. I could not be happier.
There is one CON. The firmware upgrade process is brutal at best. I did get it to work, but not following the provided instructions on their website. Other than that, I love it.
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Summary: Does everything as advertised and more!
Review: I have to admit I was not sure whether to buy this unit or not given the mixed reviews I had read on Amazon before making the decision to purchase. I am very glad I took the chance!
First what I am pleasantly surprised by;
1. the volume with the standard headphones is MORE than enough, unless you have been deafened by years of rock concerts you should be happy with this unit set between 20-30 (it goes up to 40, 30 works for me on airplanes!) so much for lack of volume as mentioned in some reviews.
2. the stock headphones are fine...I am a bit of an audiophile with many thousands of dollars investing in stereo equipment in my home and even after comparing the sound from these headphones with some of my pricey ones I am not at all dissapointed. of course there is some lack of bass compared with reference phones BUT all ear buds suffer from this lack of bass in one degree or another AND, as another reviewer mentioned, this unit has a little equalizer that allows you to adjust for your musical taste. also, remember you can always buy a pair of etymotic or shure ear canal phones and have a near reference system!
3. the battery lasts a LONG time, I am getting over 14 hours of continuous listening out of a single AAA.
4. the construction quality of the unit is quite good, buttons, etc. all solid feeling and give every indication of lasting years. the unit is made of plastic so the normal rules apply i.e. don't plan to drop it too many times on concrete floors!
Let me remind of the features that make this unit stand out for me:
1. works on a single AAA battery, no rechargable (non-replaceable) batteries to get ruined, have memory effect, etc. if you must have rechargability, get some NiMH AAA and live happily ever after, I'll stick with one alkaline AAA and replace it every couple of weeks.
2. VERY compact and light, the whole thing sits in my shirt pocket when I am not using it, portable audio is about portability and ease of carrying so...good work creative!
3. Acceptable storage size, I find that 128 WMA files sound as good as CD (or as close as you need while jogging, etc.) allow about 80 songs (easily double that if you use more compression and can live with "near cd" sound quality)...besides if you have all your favorite songe ripped to the computer just download new playlists (80 songs long!) when the songs get stale, jeez!
4. low price = no regrets, how can you go wrong for $60-70????
5. I like the ease of plugging this unit into any available USB port and being able to simply treat it as another drive, erase files, copy files, drag and drop, you name it, easy to manage! also, please remember this can hold your resume, your favorite recipes, you name it, it is seen as just another drive by windows computers.
let me also leave you with a little trick that solves some of the other complaints about this unit; since you have to track through all the songs on the unit "alphabetically" you may not be able to access the songs you want in the order you want convieniently, however in windows explorer you can rename the files using numbers as the first two charaters and thus get the songs in the order you like, i.e. "01rockthecasba" or "12sweetesttaboo", try it you'll like it!
I am sure that any buyers who share my basic criteria for buying will be very happy with this player. best of luck.
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