Review on Califone CAS5272 Deluxe Cassette/Player Recorder: The Ultimate Audio Solution by James Nedumaran

The playback sound quality is good and loud! Good bass response compared to other analogues. The ability to control the recording level is much appreciated. Thanks for the tone control. However, when recording with the built-in microphone, quite a bit of machine noise is picked up, especially when the machine is resting on a table - I expected more for the price. It's lighter and thinner than I expected, especially the buttons - I was hoping they would be stronger and more durable. The adapter pin would be better if it was offset 90 degrees. Currently, the stylus sticks out a bit further than the actual stand, which will surely damage the cable over time if used upright. Notice for residents of CANADA: Please note that UPS will charge a brokerage/customs clearance fee of $40 plus tax upon delivery. I like the machine but don't think it's worth the $250+ they ended up being. Also very disappointed to learn that after only spending $$ on 4 Dcell rechargeable batteries and a charger, this device does not record through either the internal or external microphone when in use. batteries. Playback with batteries only. the manual does not mention this. If I had known this beforehand, I would not have bought this device, nor the charger, nor the batteries, which are now useless to me and cannot be returned.