Sony CFD-G505 Xplod CD Radio Cassette Recorder

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Aggressive Xplod Boombox Design with Power Drive

Larger 100mm Power Drive Woofer

High Power 20W Total RMS

PC/Audio In for Digital Music Players or PC Input

Illuminated PDW Indicator on Woofer Cover

Digital AM/FM Stereo Tuner

Remote Control w/10-Key Direct Access(TM) Buttons for Tuner & CD

4 Preset Sound Modes

Power Drive Woofer Control (Off/1/2)

CD-R/RW Playback Capability

20 Track RMS Programming

CD Play Modes (Program/Shuffle/Repeat)

30 Station Memory presets (10AM/20FM)

Synchronized CD/Cassette Dubbing

Aggressive Xplod Boombox Design with Power Drive: represents high quality and power with a new aggressive look.
Larger 100mm Power Drive Woofer: for a greater bass response.
High Power 20W Total RMS: provides plenty of power to drive the power drive woofer and fill any room with sound
PC/Audio In for Digital Music Players or PC Input: An exciting new feature that takes music playback beyond tape and CD. It allows simple plug-and-play integration with a Digital music device or PC via a 2.5 mm jack.
Illuminated PDW Indicator on Woofer Cover: gives you a visual indication that the PDW is engaged.
Digital AM/FM Stereo Tuner: provides the most accurate drift-free tuning of AM and FM radio stations and lets you choose from the wide variety of talk shows and music programs, with the added enjoyment of stereo sound.
Remote Control with 10-Key Direct Access(TM) Buttons: full sized Remote Control including keys to directly access tracks on a CD as well as preset stations programmed into tuner memory.
4 Preset Sound Modes: preset EQ settings of Rock/Pop/Jazz/Vocal, allowing you to select an appropriate sound adjustment to fit the type of music you are listening to
Power Drive Woofer Control (Off 1, 2): lets you control the level of the power drive woofer.
CD-R/RW Playback Compatibility: Plays all CD-R/RW discs burned either in a PC or a home recording deck. Create custom mixes from your existing music collection and always have the right music at hand.
20 Track RMS Programming: can pre-program up to 20 tracks on a CD to play back in any order.
CD Play Modes (Program/Shuffle/Repeat): lets you hear tracks in multiple modes; in sequence as recorded, in program (RMS) order, all tracks in random (shuffle) order or a single track over and over.
30 Station Memory presets: uses electronic settings for easy, one-button tuning of your choice of 10 AM or 20 FM stations.
Synchronized CD/Cassette Dubbing: starts cassette recording when compact disc playback begins.

Specification	Description
Model	CFD-G505BLACK, CFD-G505Black, CFDG505BLA, CFDG505BLACK
UPC	027242683754
Benefits	CD-R/-RW playback allows you to listen to discs burned on your PC or home recording systemAM/FM stereo reception with 30 presets give
Capacity UOM	mAh
Connections	Headphone 1/8" (1)Line in 1/8" (1)
Country Of Origin	United States
Description Header	Big-bass sound in a compact package.
Display Catalog Number	55020337
Enclosure Color	Silver
End Product Indicator	Yes
Features	CD modes allow you to program the order of the tracks, place them on random shuffle or repeatRemote with Direct Access buttons lets y
Included in the Box	Xplod CD radio cassette recorderRemote controlAC power adapter
Manufacturer Labor Warranty	90
Manufacturer Part Number	CFDG505Black
Manufacturer Parts Warranty	12
MAP Price	0.0
Model	CFDG505Black
Operating Temperature UOM	° F
Power Device	AC power cord (included); "D" batteries (8); DC adapter
Product Depth	12.87
Product Dimensions UOM	inches
Product Disclaimer	Labor warranty is 90 days limited. Parts warranty is 1 year limited.
Product Height	9.5
Product Length	20.86
Product Type	CD/cassette/radio
Product Weight	17
Product Weight UOM	pounds
Product Width	20.86
Remote Control Features	10-Key Direct Access buttons
Supported Languages	English
Technology	IR

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★★★★★

5.0

The X-Plod only by SONY

"the x-plod has media input & got my accurian HD radio direct connected to my X-PLOD result awsome PERFORMANCE! Before I got mine I looked at the other brands out there. Sony makes boomboxes with the features I demand. Plus their Quality! Yes, I read the previous review. thats their review. Not mine. Regardless of what media you have this sonic marvel is worth every buck. It gets a solid 5-Stars nothing less. I a..." Read Full Review »

Feb 16, 2009 by BUCK

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Sony Xplode is a bomb

"Its underpowered,Sony is notoriously cheap quality from all my experiences,I remember when Radio Shack had GOOD merchandise lines such as Optimus,medium level such as Realistic,and even good quality low price such as the Radio Shack line. Radio Shack has lost alot of my business since eliminating these products and carrying cheap low quality Sony ,RCA merchandise...." Read Full Review »

Oct 22, 2007 by TMK

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5.0

"I consider myself to be an audio snob. This thing sounds great. Good low end is the holy grail for boomboxes and it is amazing how many suck when it comes to bass response. The Sony XPlod pumps out some serious bottom end. Don't get me wrong, it is not like the subwoofers in those hip hop dudes' car …" Read Full Review »

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The sound is great for the price!

★★★★☆

4.0

"I really think for the money you cannot go wrong with this boombox. Very clean bass,not at all muddy. Sony balanced the midrange and highs quite nicely with the bass. Even at its loudest, the sound can be adjusted to get a good, overall clean sound. I found the AM/FM tuner remarkably sensitive, pick …" Read Full Review »

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The X-Plod only by SONY

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"I read the so so review. What planet did you come dude? My x-plod on most counts outsold all other brands 4 to 1. If I'd loose my sony, its replaced imedately! Said it all. Get it here at RS! "

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