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Goodbye Sony, Hello VITE 710S
Just up front, I'm a radio junkie. In the past I've had all 3 models of GE Super Radios, I tried a C-Crane (CC) radio. Had a Tivoli Model One, and a Boston Acoustics look alike. I've also had some various Grundig models. And I've had in the past various unimpressive GE, Radio Shack, and other "off brands" that are now long gone and forgotten. Currently I have a couple of old Sony table radios, a Sangean Clock Radio at my bedside, an old Sony "SPORTS" am/fm cassette getto blaster in the bathroom, and a Sony ICF SW30 that the am stopped working on, and ICF M410v that the digital display stopped working correctly, and an ICF34 that I use out in the yard. I needed a new portable for my "go bag" since my SW30 stopped working correctly. I wasn't sure what to expect with the 710S, but if it did't stand up to my expectations it would go back to AMAZON quickly. Let just say that I'm impressed with this little monster. It has great reception and locks in the stations plus this tiny radio has an incredible sound. It blows my mind how well this thing sounds. BTW it has passive radiator on the back that I think does the job, loud and strong. Just for grins I put in a mini SD card just to see what the MP3 feature sounded like and all I can say is "WoW". I threw on a pair of headphones and the sound was very good as well. You've got 5 EQ presets in the MP3 mode but alas not in the radio mode, not a deal breaker given the overall sound quality. A couple of things I would like to see from this company..... Maybe the EQ presets for the radio mode as well. Being able to preset the stations in the order that I'd like them in. But don't get me wrong the auto preset feature works great and hey if you want to get to your station fast, just punch in the frequency, BAM. Maybe an external antenna plug and an optional antenna kit. A carry case for this would be nice to have as well. This radio is a KEEPER for me. If your looking for a good little radio you won't go wrong with this one
June 2016 · Electronics · verified purchase