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QFX RETRO 39 Shoebox Recorder Player Review

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Revainrating 4 out of 5  
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3.8
📼 Microcassette Recorders, 🎧 Portable Audio & Video

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Details

BrandQFX
Hardware InterfaceUSB
Item Dimensions LxWxH10.24 x 1.97 x 5.91 inches
Item Weight1.7 Pounds

Description of QFX RETRO 39 Shoebox Recorder Player

Cassette Tape recorder and USB player. Recording from USB, line-in or built-in mic. Equipped with carrying handle and headphone jack. Takes 3 x 'D' batteries (not included).

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Revainrating 4 out of 5

"A Retro Recorder That Will Take You Back in Time!

As a result of my tests, I determined that this microcassette recorder is a great investment for any music lover. It's easy to use, compact, and has a unique retro design that will catch the eye of anyone who sees it. The sound quality is fantastic, and the recording speed is impressive. The only downside is that it doesn't come with a lot of extra features, but if you're just looking for a reliable recorder that will transport you back to the days of mixtapes and shoeboxes full of memories…

Pros
  • Unique retro design, great sound quality, impressive recording speed.
Cons
  • Lacks extra features.

Revainrating 4 out of 5

It works! But it's a cassette player. So hiss. Good?

This thing works just like the old shoebox tape recorder that I used to record stuff from radio and TV to VCR because I'm so old. I wanted to get my girlfriend an old school mixtape for Valentine's Day and this thing worked. As far as I can tell, the USB input doesn't do anything, but the standard male-to-father audio input allowed me to mix straight from my phone. Is it great sound? no Not even close. But if you're going for analog then you're obviously not a fan of crystal clear sound…

Pros
  • good thing
Cons
  • I don't remember but there was something

Once it works this is a great cassette player with good better than expected sound. The problem is getting it to work. There are 2 problems and once you solve them, the device works fine. (1) Battery compartment: It is almost impossible to put 4 batteries in it. And when you insert them, the cover is not placed on the batteries. The solution is to spend a lot of time wiggling them and squeezing here and there until they're fixed. Just throw the lid away. It won't fit. Glue the top layers of the

Pros
  • High marks for support and durability from testers
Cons
  • Not as thick as other options