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Category: Electronics
Brand: Sony
Model: SRFM32
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Sony SRFM32 Review by D. Frye (Michigan)

Given the short lifespan of digital goods these days, I was amazed to find this antique still listed on Amazon. I don't remember how long I have had mine, but I know it has been at least 10 years if not 15. Being of average clumsiness, I have accidentally dropped (even drop-kicked) it more times than I care to remember, yet the durn thing still works. The FM, that is; the AM went out on it several years ago (that must be what I hear rattling around inside when I shake it...) but I hardly ever listen to AM, so no big loss.

The reception on the SRFM32 is decent, not superlative. I mainly listen to two NPR stations located within 6 miles of my neighborhood, so reception is not a huge concern for me, but that is the reason I only give it 4 stars. On the other hand, I bought a little portable Grundig pocket radio about 3-4 years ago, thinking the reception would be better (a Grundig, after all...), but my antique Sony actually works better. The Grundig sits on a shelf, while I use the Sony on my walks every day of every week, morning and afternoon.

Some other reviewers complain about short battery life. I use rechargeable NiMH batteries, and they last me about a week or two between charges (=14 to 28 hours). I just carry a spare pair of AAAs in my pocket; problem solved.

To sum up, on the plus side: very portable, incredibly durable, decent enough reception, decent battery life, super easy to program, and best of all, excellently designed rubberized buttons than can easily be distinguished by feel so that I can change stations (etc.) without taking it out of my pocket. On the down side: reception could be better, and no doubt battery life could be better as well. Altogether, a decent (and long-lasting) value.

Sony SRFM32 Review by

This is a small compact and useful, high quality radio good for many applications. The small size and clip fastener makes it the best of the lot; small snags: the headphones may be too bulky compared with smaller versions available; I substituted a light weight top of the line AIWA radio headphone set; also the volume control isn't digital but the old style turn wheel type. Still an excellent buy.

Sony SRFM32 Review by Sandor Weisz (Chicago, IL)

... which is be small, and receive radio signals. it does both of those things very well. if i get static while listening to an FM station, i flip the little city/rural switch, and most of the time, everything is better. the lock button is very handy, since it deactivates all buttons on the device to avoid accidental channel flipping or powering down. the small nub on the middle radio preset button is extremely helpful, since it allows me to find my favorite radio station if i'm fiddling around with the walkman in my pocket.
the only setback: i did notice that it sucks batteries quicker than it should. other than that, i love it.

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