Coby MP305-4G MP3 Player with 4 GB Flash Memory FM Radio, USB Drive and LCD – Black
by admin, on Aug 13, 2009 | category: MP3 Players, Black, Coby, Drive, Flash, Memory, MP3054G, Player, Radio, with | 13 comments
Coby MP305-4G MP3 Player 4 GB flash memory FM radio and USB drive with LCD, high-contrast LCD display with 7-color backlight, plays MP3 and WMA digital music files, plays digital music from most online stores and subscription services, ID3 tag support for song information display, integrated FM radio, mobile data storage function, convenient integrated USB plug( no cables required), USB 2.0 hi-speed for fast file transfers, black.
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This little thing does everything it’s supposed to. It’s easy to load with music via drag & drop. I found the easiest way to transfer music was to leave it in MTP mode, format the drive, and just drag and drop my music onto it. There are some files on it from the factory, some podcast program also, I don’t need that stuff so a format worked the best for me. MTP mode lets you just pull it out and go, without having to do the “safely remove hardware” method. (windows XP)
The battery life is what it is. I used it for about 13hrs before needing to change batteries. I will be looking into a rechargeable battery for it soon.
It’s not as smooth and slick looking as the image shown here. It looks a little cheaper and bulkier in person. There is no mic either, as shown in this image. It has a little hole for it, but no mic.
The FM tuner worked just fine, and has a lot of available presets (31).
Instructions are very detailed and easy to understand.
The included earphones are not comfortable, they are the hard disc type.
I bought this with the Coby CVE92 Isolation Stereo Earphones Isolation Stereo Earphones which together make for a great inexpensive MP3 player.
EDIT: I’m sorry to say that this has died after only 3 months of light use. The display started giving a garbled, completely random look, and none of the buttons worked. I was able to connect it to the PC and get all my music from it, but it was useless as an MP3/FM player. I returned it (after the 3 month limit) and lost $8 for a “restocking fee”. I can’t find anything similar in size and function, so I ordered another one to try again. The price went down $8+ since the original order, so I actually spent less this time than on the first order. We’ll see how long the new one lasts….
5.0 out of 5 stars
EXCELLENT quality for only $25
Before you read any further in this review, you should really understand what I wanted in an MP3 player.
I purchased this MP3 player for its price. I normally listen to audiobooks while workingout in the gym so I am not that concerned about sound quality. I was disappointed by this player. It continued to glitch and lock up on my while playing tracks. I tried to re-copy files and nothing seemed to work. I decided to return this player and find another brand. I give it two stars for ease of use and size.
5.0 out of 5 stars
pleased
I was very pleased with my Coby MP305-4G MP3 Player it was just what the add said it was, If and when I need another one I will be sure to go back to Amazon.com and get a new one
4.0 out of 5 stars
Coby MP305-4G MP3 player
I like the product but it did not include a microphone, as advertised. It does exactly what I need it to, and it has more space for a lower price than my last MP3 player.
Good:
- cheap
- excellent sound quality (for my untrained ear, at least)
- plays by folder, simple drag-and-drop interface. Just drag the folder with MP3s onto the player and the folder’s name will be listed in the player’s menu
- ability to delete files on the player itself
- FM radio
- pretty small
- AAA battery source – no need for a charger
- standard USB connector
- standard male-female USB extender cable included
- serves as a USB thumb drive
Bad:
- in a folder mode in order to switch to a diffrent folder you have to scroll through all files one by one to go to the top, you can not just jump to the top in one keystroke. So do not put a lot of music files in one folder.
- cheap plastic body
- no silicone case available
- removable cap will in all probability be lost
- only 8 hours battery life, so rechargeable AAA batteries might need to be used
- only 4GB and no extension memory slot
- headphones probably would not satisfy most users
- tuner is not the best
- COBY products do not have a bullet-proof reliability record
Can not provide any info on tag IDs, I-Tune compatibility. etc. Specifically was looking for a player without all this nonsense, just with simple drag-and-drop interface. This is one of very few. I do not think you can find a cheaper 4GB player with all these features. Price is so low so it makes it almost disposable. Loss would not put an owner in the poor house.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Decent MP3 player for the price
This MP3 player works pretty good for the low price. SanDisk had one of a similar size that was a little better a far a the menues and ease of use.
5.0 out of 5 stars
good mp3player
I recently purchased this MP3 player . This player serves my purpose well. I am so pleased with it-especially with the hold/lock button that keeps it from skipping and changing…
5.0 out of 5 stars
Coby MP3 is great.
This is my second version of this mp3. I originally received the version without the FM and loved it so much that I bought myself the one with the FM
I do find the…
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not Bad For The Money
This is a great little object to carry some of your music around with you. Sound quality is pretty nice, doesn’t drown out background noise, but safe for your ears.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect!!
I wanted a small mp3 player to clip to my shorts since many of my shorts don’t have pockets. This one doesn’t have a clip, so I use a mini-carabiner and a short cord on the loop…
4.0 out of 5 stars
MP3 Player
I am really enjoying my Coby MP3 player. It is very easy to use, light weight, and inexpensive. It is great for my workouts. I suggest rechargeable batteries.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Book listener
Coby MP305-4G MP3 Player with 4 GB Flash Memory FM Radio, USB Drive and LCD – Black