Sony Walkman SRF-M78 AM/FM Radio

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Average User Rating

(3.70 out of 5) from 6 reviews

Epinions User Reviews

Another view on reception

(3.00 out of 5) by bigslowtarget on Mar 5, 2009

Pros: Features, digital tuning, memories
Cons: Reception Reception Reception
The Bottom Line: Get it if you are close to your transmitter, otherwise look elsewhere

While it may be true about all radios lacking separate antenna (the Sony like many others uses the h ...
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I have 5 portable FM radios, and this is the best one yet

(5.00 out of 5) by audiomagnate on Sep 26, 2006

Pros: Best reception of any radio tested so far, very good sound quality.
Cons: It's YELLOW! The volume knob moves to easily. Only 5 FM presets.

I just realized that I'm a portable FM radio collector. I own six now: the Sony SRF-34W, Sony SRF-37 ...
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An underperforming radio, not worth the high price.

(1.00 out of 5) by doctors4bob on Feb 21, 2003

Pros: Good for gym or running, clock.
Cons: Horrible reception, analog dial for volume
The Bottom Line: If the reception, volume knob, and a tuning features were improved, this radio might be worth it. As it stands, I would avoid this radio at all costs.

This radio is part of Sony's "sports" branding, with yellow case and headphones. The case is ergono ...
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Good quality product

(4.00 out of 5) by anand2039 on Oct 20, 2002

Pros: Long battery life. digital tuning, low cost refurbished units
Cons: No belt clip
The Bottom Line: Definitely worth the $40 for a refurbished one, but I wouldn't spend $70 on a non-refurbished radio. Good headphones, long battery life, and good reception make this a fine product.

Bought a refurbished unit from Overstock.com for around $40. Very good product for the price. Cheap ...
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Go digital tuning for good reception!

(5.00 out of 5) by peaticks on Jan 8, 2002

Pros: Size, weight, reception and headphones
Cons: Really needs a belt clip
The Bottom Line: The small, light M78 is functional, and reliable. It has great sound and performs well. But buy it for the tuning because it simply works so well.

I work out both outside and at the gym. I have discovered two important things about personal audio ...
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