RipFlash 64MB Digital Voice Recorder and MP3 Player/Recorder

Average customer rating:

My Adventures with the Ripflash Player

Think twice before buying a RipFlash

Excellent compact device

RipFlash

Great performance, Poor ergonomics

RipFlash 64MB Digital Voice Recorder and MP3 Player/Recorder

Manufacturer: PoGo! Products
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Digital Voice Recorders | Portable Audio & Video | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
Up to 64 MB | Flash Drive-Based | MP3 Players | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
MP3 Players | Portable Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
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Product Features:

Direct MP3 recording from any audio source (no computer required)

Fast USB transfer speeds (up to 4 mbps)

Doubles as voice recorder for the business people and students

SmartMedia card slot to boost memory

Up to 10 hours playback; runs on 2 AAA batteries

ASIN: B00006J9J2

Amazon.com Review

Outstanding sound quality and a low price make the RipFlash an excellent flash memory-based MP3 player. However, its ability to record MP3s in real time via the built-in microphone or line-in connection takes this player to the next level. Whether you want to record a lecture or convert your old LPs and tapes to MP3, this versatile little player gets the job done.

Smaller than a pack of cards and weighing just 65 grams, the RipFlash looks like an ordinary MP3 player. Installation was simple using the quick-start guide. We just loaded the MP3 Manager software on our PC, then connected the player to our USB port and copied our MP3 and WMA files to the unit.

When we put on the earbud-style headphones to take a listen, we were surprised by what a clear, noise-free, rich sound the RipFlash delivered. The lows were especially robust, giving bass rhythms a visceral feel, and the built-in equalizer let us optimize the sound for classical, rock, pop, or jazz. The unit's small display was easy to read and the buttons on the front and sides were logically laid out and easy to press.

To test the recording capabilities, we simply pressed the record button and started talking. The sensitive, built-in microphone recorded our speech clearly and accurately. The line-in jack on the top of the unit lets you connect it to any audio device, such as a tape player or a CD player, and for us this performed equally well. Using the menu-based interface, you can set the recording-quality bit rate. For instance, you can record voice at a lower quality for up to 30 hours of recording time, or record music at a higher quality for less recording time. Either way, it's simple to copy the MP3 files back onto your PC, so you can send them via e-mail or burn them to CD.

Of course, since the RipFlash uses flash memory and has no moving parts, it's impervious to shocks and jolts. It runs on two AAA batteries, offering about 9 to 10 hours of playback, and comes with a wristband. In addition to its built-in memory, its memory can be expanded via a SmartMedia card.

Low price, excellent sound quality, and, most of all, the ability to record audio directly into MP3 format, make the RipFlash easy to recommend to music aficionados who want to record live audio, students looking to record lectures, or anyone who needs an easy way to record dictation. --Ken Feinstein

Pros:

Inexpensive
Records MP3s via built-in mic or line-in
Excellent sound quality and fast download

Cons:

Small display
No rechargeable battery

Customer Reviews:

My Adventures with the Ripflash Player.......2005-08-31

I purchased this product a few years ago and thought I'd share my experiences with it. Overall, despite what I'll write below, I like the player's features. I'm an amateur musician and I've used to record my own playing--I just put it in my pocket, turn it on and forget it's there. The built-in mic is adequate but very sensitive and can become saturated at noise levels over normal conversation levels. I also bought their accessory stereo microphone and it has a volume adjustment which eliminates the built-in mic's sensitivity.
I have had problems with it:
(1) Soon after buying it, I found that when the batteries ran down, all the data I had stored in it was fried (I had to reformat the memory). This, fortunately, was a one-time problem and the player WILL retain data even when it has no batteries in it.
(2) The instructions are quite brief--don't expect extensive explainations on all the features and don't expect model English.
(3) The line-in jack broke after a year or two, which is my biggest complaint about the player. It happened AFTER the warranty expired. I did not expose the player or the jacks to any excessive forces (it stayed in my room except for the occasional rehearsal). Not wanting the hassle and expense of having to deal with their customer service, I decided to carefully take the player apart. I found that one of the solder joints on the line-in jack had come lose(!) I resoldered it and found it worked fine. I would expect a solder joint to be more durable than that.
(4) I was browsing through the microphone's warranty a few days ago and found it was only valid in Korea(!)

I would shop around more if I had to do it all over again but I really wanted something portable that could record in stereo and, at the time, there didn't seem to be much out there. Now that the player works properly, I like the features it has and give those 5 stars. As for it's durability and reliability (considering every other piece of electronic equipment I've bought has had a much longer trouble-free period after purchase), I give it 1 star. Buy at your own risk.

Think twice before buying a RipFlash.......2004-07-03

I purchased a RipFlash Plus 256 MP3 player/recorder in June 2004 to record voice interviews. Major flaws in its construction and in its download software mean you are very likely to lose your recordings. To make matters worse, customer support is very resistant to issuing refunds for faulty equipment (I bought mine direct at Pogoproducts.com).

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Two main problems with the unit make it very problematic for capturing recordings:

1) The software provided (and required) to download the sound files to computer over USB is very flakey - sometimes it works, sometimes does not connect, sometimes downloads only part of the sound file but indicates it is "done." This happens on both of the newer Dell computers that I've tried it on. By contrast, all other devices I attach to the USB ports on these same computers exchange files flawlessly.

2) The RipFlash Plus is able to hold a SmartMedia card and record to it. This would seem to be an alternative to downloading through the USB connection - just remove the SmartMedia card, insert it into your computers card reader, and copy off the files. BUT . . . the ejector button on the RipFlash broke the second time I ejected a card, and appears likely to break on any unit. The ejector button pushes the card out with two very tiny brittle plastic tabs. It takes almost nothing to break one (in my case, just ejecting the card did it.) Then, you can't get the card out, or if you do fish it out, you can no longer position it in correctly without the button in place.

Regarding pogoproducts.com customer support . . . when the unit arrived in the mail, I discovered that they had thrown in a "voice activated TV remote" - at no charge, and without any advance notice - a device they don't sell on their site. I can't imagine anything more useless than that so I tossed it immediately. After obtaining an RMA from them and returning the broken RipFlash, they at first tried to charge me a "restocking" fee for the useless recorder. After I put my credit card company on their case, they finally refunded the full amount. Then, they decided they needed to charge me $40 for the throw-away remote that they had sent unsolicited, so they made a new charge on my card for it.

You might want to consider the options before you decide to try the RipFlash Plus.

Rob

Excellent compact device.......2003-09-30

After doing much reading on MP3 players, I decided to go with the RipFlast Plus 128MB recorder. Holds as many songs as a CD, even more if you use .wma (which is compatible with this player). Expansion slot allows you to keep tons of songs on flash cards.

RipFlash.......2003-07-15

I can't wait to try this one out!

Great performance, Poor ergonomics.......2003-05-16

I bought this RipFlash primarily for voice recording, including memos to myself while driving.

What I like about the RipFlash:

1) Since receiving the unit about 6 months ago I find myself using it for *SO* many things I never thought it would be good for. For example: The "Line In" allows you to capture sound from ANY audio/video or audio-only source. Big deal, right? Well I happen to subscribe to an Internet real estate service that hosts ALL of the author's lectures in streaming media format. Very inconvenient if you don't want to sit in front of the computer for 40+ hours to listen to all the tapes. Enter the PoGo. I unplugged my PC's speakers, plugged in the PoGo (it comes with a Line-In patch cord) into the back of my PC, pressed the "Record" button on the PoGo, clicked the audio file I wanted to capture, then walked away for 1/2 an hour. After downloading several hour's worth (since it is voice-only capture I picked a lower quality level, which uses less memory) I transferred the files from the PoGo to the PC as MP3 files, then burned the real estate lectures onto several audio CDs. Now I can listen any time - anywhere - to what originally forced me to sit in front of my computer for hours!

That's just one example of an innovative use for this product. There are literally dozens of useful applications - I think of a new one every few weeks!

2) Software for the PC is good, easy to use, and uploads/downloads are pretty darn fast using the provided USB cable.

Now for the things I don't like:

1) Battery life. Uses 2 standard Alkaline batteries. They last about 10 hours. I found the "Ultra" batteries go about 50% longer, but they cost more. There is no way to plug in an external power supply.

2) Documentation is poor. REALLY poor. There are actually CUT OUT pieces of paper with new print on them covering the old print in the manual!!!

3) Menu doesn't work well for deleting specific files. Since this base model doesn't identify songs/entries by title, you only get to reference entries by number. The numbers change (re-number again) as you delete entries. I've found the best way around this is to use the PC software that comes with the unit.

4) No back-lighting for the display. Hard to view in low-light conditions.

(Number 3 and Number 4 are addressed in the RipFlash Plus - spend the few extra bucks - it's worth it!)

5) Ear bud headphones sound great, but you gotta have BIG ear holes to have them fit comfortably. I can't go longer than 1/2 an hour before it hurts.

I'm very happy with my RipFlash over-all, but I'd recommend spending the few extra bucks to get one of the more expensive RipFlash models of this product line.

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Ink Toner Kit for Epson Stylus 7000, Yellow

Manufacturer: Amazon Imaging Inc
ProductGroup: CE

All Accessories | Printer Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
Product Features:

For Epson Model

Stylus 7000.

Yellow

Ink Toner Cartridge

ASIN: B00078VJNC

Product Description

Inkjet Supplies
For Epson Model
Stylus 7000.
Yellow
Ink Toner Cartridge

Product Description

Designed and engineered for CAD, desktop publishing, finance, geographical business environment and other general office applications, the HP LaserJet 5100 series printers provide fast and professional wide format laser printing. Flexible media handling capabilities mean that the HP LaserJet 5100 series prints on a wide range of media type and sizes. Networkable and expandable, it delivers high-quality printing either as a standalone or network printer. The HP LaserJet 5100 series printers deliver crisp and sharp laser-quality black-and-white documents at an efficient speed with first page out in less than 13 seconds.

Amazon.com Product Description

The Hewlett-Packard ScanJet 4300Cse color scanner is designed for home use and burgeoning small businesses to produce sharp professional scans, true-to-life colors, and crisp black text with 600 dpi optical resolution (9,600 dpi enhanced) with 36-bit color processing. HP's built-in Intelligent Scanning Technology and PrecisionScan LTX software permit editing of scanned documents with the fully automated optical character recognition (OCR).

The HP 4300Cse scanner's practical three-button operation puts trouble-free scanning, copying, and e-mail functions on your desktop. The software for enhancing, modifying, and organizing images is furnished with the unit, all of which automatically optimizes your scans for electronic viewing and transmission. You'll work with scan speeds of up to 60 seconds for 4-by-6-inch color photos, 90 seconds for OCR black-and-white text, and up to 60 seconds for black-and-white line art. This flatbed scanner features an image window of 8.5 by 11.7 inches.

The HP ScanJet 4300Cse offers fast and easy installation through either the USB or parallel port for the plug-and-play effortlessness sought after in business equipment.

Customer Reviews:

Reviewer below wrong -- great price. I'm happy!.......2001-05-18

I bought mine 3 weeks ago, and am very happy! Don't know where the reviewer below shopped, but I price-checked all over. This scanner is cheaper here than anywhere else online -- check for yourself, and search for "4300Cse".

I saved money because it's "refurbished". I was a little skeptical, but gave it a try. Glad I did! ...This looks brand-new, I can't tell the difference. Works just fine. Bottom-line, saved me bucks.

I would recommend this scanner to home-users. I'm happy.

too much.......2001-05-14

This product is available at many other locations for $99. That is the price for a new scanner, not refurished. See other sites.

Product Description

The S36II is a unique horizontal mirror-image nearfield/midfield monitor that brings the studio experience into your living room. This 3-way 6" loudspeaker in a molded enclosure with Elliptical Oblate Spheroidal (EOS) waveguide reproduces sound with unparalleled spaciousness and definition. It may be wall-mounted or placed on a shelf either horizontally or vertically. The pure-titanium tweeter and the midrange transducer are mounted on a Linear Field Proximity (LFP) bezel that ensures a seamless transition between the middle and high frequencies. The PolyPlas (polymer-coated cellulose fiber) cone woofer features traditional JBL engineering, the same technologies used in JBL's Professional equipment that can be found in stadiums, music halls and movie theaters around the world. Shielded components allow placement near video monitors. High-temperature, oversized Kapton voice coil and HeatScape motor structure allow these speakers to effortlessly play all types of movies and music. The woofers are built on cast-aluminum frames, which reduce distortion and increase power-handling capability. A low-diffraction IsoPower baffle directs the sound power into the room, reducing distortion caused by cabinet vibration. The sealed enclosure ensures tight, undistorted bass with no boominess. JBL's custom-designed drivers allow the use of simple, Straight-Line Signal Path (SSP) crossover networks with high-quality electrical components that minimize processing that could degrade the signal. All Studio Series loudspeakers are equipped with all-metal, 5-way, gold-plated binding post speaker terminals.

Customer Reviews:

Great as part of surround system, fair if used only as pair.......2003-07-19

As part of JBL's "S" series, these speakers are designed to go with their "S" series center channel speaker, etc..

My experience in playing DVD movies with these S36's as front speakers, and an S series center channel speaker (and a couple generic rear speakers), has been entirely positive; a very natural soundstage is presented when a DVD is pumping out information to all the different channels. I am less impressed by how they perform solo (as a pair that is, without any center channel or surrounds) so will limit my reccomendation to only those who are buying them as part of a multi speaker set up.

Does this mean you should not get these? Depends on how you tend to play back stereo music (from CDs): If you are a purist who chooses to play stereo music through only 2 speakers, these are not the speakers for you (indeed, avoid shelf speakers altogether and get some good floor speakers!). If you're a modern person who tends to engage your receiver's surround processing to force a stereo signal into all the center speaker and surrounds too, then you've got no worries - this seems to be what they are made for. Needless to say, but I'll say it anyway: these shelf speakers are better than shelf speakers that use a remote woofer. However, this still doesn't mean they have great bass. They have moderate bass - better than those, but still not competing with floor speakers. Indeed, despite these being great for shelf speakers, after several years of trying different kinds of shelf speakers I've come to the conclusion that there's simply no replacement for good old fashioned floor speakers with huge woofers - if you can afford it, and if you have a large enough room.

But if you are in a smaller apartment and don't have space to waste on floor speakers, and are looking for speakers to be part of a surround system, then these S36 are definately worth considering - particularly at the $... to $... price range they are most often available for. They are remarkably flush - only 5 inches deep, meaning they can even fit on shallow DVD shelves - you don't need actual bookshelves for these, which is why I chose them over JBL's other similarly-prices speakers. I wanted speakers that would not be competing for space. They can also be mounted to the wall - either hung, or on a mount (useful for people intending to use these as rears).

In short these are probably perfect for students-through-thirties who want to build an excellent surround system that doesn't waste space, and want a moderate amount of bass (more than many shelf units, but not as much as floor units).

JBLS36II 3-way 6" wall speaker.......2002-10-04

I bought the S36II to replace CSW'sdipole surround speakers,because,Ineeded more bass in the rear soundstage and these JBL's, with there 6"woofers,fills in that missing back low frequency,along with thereexellent mid and high's.I am intoDVD-AUDIO and needed speakers thatcan handle full range music.I haveJBL's S38II's up front with the S-Center and on the rear wall,N-26's.The sound is now complete, all around.I can highly recommend the S36II'salong with the rest of the Studioseries I mentioned.

Product Description

3M Executive Computer Filters offer the best glare reduction for the broadest range of lighting conditions and now they are available in sleek "Midnight Black" flat framed filters to coordinate with today's popular black monitors. The Midnight Black Executive Computer Filter EF200LB fits both desktop CRT and desktop LCD (flat panel) monitors.

Customer Reviews:

RETURNS WARNING>>>.......2007-08-28

Okay, i ordered this thinking it would fit my 14" screen... it claims to fit 14, 16, 19 inch screens... well it was wayy too big, so i returned it. The returning process is ridiculous because you have to call customer service which the "moody/mean" people are never missing, then they have to ask all sorts of questions as to why you want to return it and junk and to top it off they take 15% off of your refund money for what they call "re-stocking" fee, plus you pay for the shipping return too. I think thats a rip off, so i dont recommend this company to do business with.

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HP Brio BA600 - Micro tower - 1 x PIII 600 MHz - RAM 64 MB - HD 1 x 10 GB - CD - Mdm - Win98 - Monitor : none

ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Uninterrupted Power Supplies | Batteries, Chargers & Power Supplies | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B0009LXNMW

Product Description

If you are looking for proven technology with a broad range of features to meet all budget and computing needs, the HP Brio PC is the right choice. With these PCs, you are guaranteed great prices on great products that scale with your business. Whether you require an entry-level PC to handle reports and spreadsheets or a performance system for power-hungry graphics and video applications, there is an HP Brio PC configuration to meet your needs. And HP has ensured that its Brio PCs are easy-to-buy, easy-to-set-up, and easy-to-use so you can concentrate on running your business.

HP Brio BA600 - Micro tower - 1 x PIII 600 MHz - RAM 64 MB - HD 1 x 10 GB - CD - Win98 - Monitor : none

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HP Brio BA600 - Micro tower - 1 x PIII 600 MHz - RAM 64 MB - HD 1 x 10 GB - CD - Win98 - Monitor : none

ProductGroup: Personal Computer
Binding: Electronics

Uninterrupted Power Supplies | Batteries, Chargers & Power Supplies | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B0009LY0P6

Product Description

If you are looking for the latest business PC technology with as many features as your budget permits, the HP Brio PC is the right choice. With these PCs, you are guaranteed the absolute lowest prices on leading-edge technology. Whether you require an entry-level PC to handle reports and spreadsheets or a performance system for power-hungry graphics and video applications, there is an HP Brio PC configuration to meet your needs. HP Brio PCs are HP's best-priced business PCs, so you always know you are getting the best deal on the configuration you want. Brio comes with enough memory and hard disk space to run most applications and keeps all your critical data in check.HP Brio BA600 PCs come with the new HP Brio Internet Center, a complete e-commerce solution that gives growing businesses a jump-start for using and selling via the Internet. With the latest technologies you are assured a long-lasting investment - with great performance today and the power to fuel future business applications tomorrow.

Product Description

Fujifilm's Zoom Date 115SR is an easy-to-use bundle of fun that zooms you right up close to the action. The compact body is the ideal size to take anywhere, and it houses a Fujinon 3.0x zoom lens that goes from 38mm to 115mm so you can capture the good times in all their glory.

Amazon.com Product Description

Take photos in practically any environment and be confident that Fuji's 115SR 35mm camera will come through. The zoom lens has a 3x magnification to provide a wide range of shooting options. The multimode autoflash, programmed electronic shutter, and automatic exposure work together to compensate for a wide range of light and can reduce the annoying red-eye phenomenon.

The 115SR also gives you manual control of the flash to give you more precise control over your photos. The viewfinder is designed to closely approximate how the picture will actually turn out, so you can carefully compose your shot without any surprises. The optional date-time imprinting function has four different displays to let you keep track of when your photos were taken.

Handling film is convenient with the camera's easy film-loading system and automatic film rewinding. The camera automatically shuts off to save battery power when you accidentally leave it on for too long. The 115SR also has a sequential self-timer to use for group photos and self-portraits. An infrared wireless remote control is also included.

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Fujifilm 25301074 CD-R 74 Minute (1-Pack)

Manufacturer: Fuji
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

CD-R | Computer | Blank Media | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
Fuji | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics
Product Features:

Compatible with all CD-R writers and CD-ROM drives

Can be written at 1x to 8x speeds

Can be read at 4x to 32x speeds

650 MB / 74-minute capacity

Lifetime warranty

ASIN: B00004Z5JV

Product Description

Fuji CD-Recordable (CD-R) discs offer advances in write-once optical disk production - making them a superior choice for creating CD-ROM's using standard recordable drives.Fuji CD-R discs feature a unique dye-recording layer that offers optimum archival life and unsurpassed protection against degradation. Plus, Fuji's reflective gold layer ensures superior read-back for the ultimate in lifetime performance. Another technological advance - greater reflectivity further guarantees quality performance through CD-ROM readers and CD digital audio players. To guard against accidental damage, a specially developed protective surface covers the recording layer. Once recorded by CD-R equipment, Fuji CD-R discs offer all the compatibility and durability of mass-produced CD-ROM's or CD's, with the added advantage of superior Fuji archival playback qualities.

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