Ideal for summer fun or all-weather indoor entertainment, the CD-R/CD-RW-compatible ZS-X1 CD/radio boombox offers all-systems-go media playback and a sturdy, water-resistant design, so your tunes can go almost anywhere you do. The ZS-X1's exciting and ergonomic S2 Sports design includes innovative features like a carry handle spanning its stereo speakers and function controls closely clustered for ready access while listening.
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.
plays audio CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs * 20-track programming, random, and repeat * digital tuner with 10 AM/20 FM presets * water-resistant S2 Sports design * ESP skip protection * Mega Bass * LCD display * AC adapter * uses 6 "D" batteries (not included) or AC power * two 4" drivers * 1.8 watts x 2 * 17"W x 6-7/8"H x 11-3/8"D * weight: 8.5 lbs. with batteries * warranty: 1 year parts, 90 days labor
1 Best Radio EVER.. I want one for every room...
I got this radio to replace the one I used in the shower while doing my make-up and getting ready in the morning... This radio is so lightweight and crystal clear... The sounds is amazing, the controls are SOOO easy to use.... The CD player works with amazing ease... I cannot say enough about this radio... It was a gift from a friend and I'm forever in his debt..... Donna Marie
2 Very nice
This stereo is really good if you need to bring it with you a lot. I've had mine for about a year and it still works as good as it did when it came out of the box. The only problem I had was that the antenna broke after the second week of having it, but still get good reception on the radio. It sounds really good, the bass on it is really deep and doesn't distort the sound, even at high volume.
3 Solid Performer
I purchased this boombox just as a hurricane was threatening (the third of the season) and wanted a decent battery powered radio. The unit was well made and extremely convenient to haul around given the handle configuration.
Additionally, the tuner's ability to capture even weak/distant fm radio signals was a great bonus. As always, Sony comes through and although I agree that you do pay a little more for the Sony brand, the quality is always there.
4 kudos to sony for another winner!!!!!
vicky,anthony, chy-1 from the BERMUDA TRIANGLE B.D.A
we love our sony boombox it's better than the bosie
system.it's lite weight and water resistant.
we like the space age look and we take it and
listen to it in the car on long drives as well as
picinics.we have a great, afordable boombox
just right for us.thank you sony and amazon.
5 Solid product you can depend on.
Before purchasing this unit I searched many sites on line for reviews, and kept finding the same 3 reviews, as if they were copied and spread from site to site because no one else took the time to review this product. So I will now add my thoughts, recently having purchased the Sony ZS-X1 boombox.
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.
6 The best Cd player ever!!
One night I had my old boombox and it all of a sudden would not read cd's anymore the motor ran out it was a memorex so i went to Target and saw this boombox on sale for 89.99 I was surprised. I jump on my trampoline and i go through boomboxes really fast i have had this boombox for about 6 months and it is awesome. The bass sounds great and my neighbors couldn't beleive how great it sounded. I use it outside all the time and it always works for me and i have it on full blast while I jump with my neighbors on my trampoline and it is the best I have owned.
7 volume disappointing
We bought this radio for the workplace. We work outdoors building decks. We liked the design because its easy to carry (very ergonomic). It seems pretty durable and it plays mp3's wich is a big plus....however
the sound is terrible! Its ok at low levels but distorts greatly on the high end. Also it doesn't get loud enough period. I would only recommend this to someone for the workplace maybe, who never intends on playing it loud.
8 CRAP!!
I recieved this cd player as a gift. It worked very well for almost 6 months. I started noticing strange watery noises in the background of my mp3 cds. It grew to be so loud and distracting that I cannot listen to mp3 cds anymore. Then regular cds, burned or not, could not be read. It just spins around really fast, and displays: no disc. I have to take the cds out and put them back in 5-10 times to get the stupid thing to read. I have not beat on this thing at all, it looks brand new still. I am very disappointed with this cd player.
9 Great Price. Great Sound!
I picked this up the other day because our stereo has been out of commission. I was a bit hesitant but encouraged by my wife who said we would just get "for now" till we found a stereo we really liked. I was really impressed with this. It's easy to use and it sounds fantastic. Even the AM talk station here sounded good. We had guests over the night we bought it and they remarked how good that sounded for a boombox. I may put off the stereo search for a little while longer.
