Editorial Review:

Product Description:
Sony's SRF-59SILVER Walkman AM/FM Stereo Radio is so lightweight you can take it virtually anywhere. Featuring AM/FM Stereo Tuner and an Easy to Use Tuning Knob, this Walkman lets you to enjoy a wide range of talk and music programs in stereo sound as you tune in to stations with ease. Single 'AA' Battery Operation provides hours of listening, while the Local/Distant Switch provides optimal reception of both near and distant stations. The SRF-59SILVER - great sound in a small package.

Amazon.com Product Description:
The SRF-59 is lightweight, simple-to-use FM/AM stereo receiver. Weighing only 3 ounces (84 grams), this compact player is a perfect companion for the track, bike trail or work area. The FM antenna is part of the headphone cord, so you are sure to receive a strong signal. The AM antenna is a ferrite bar type. The local/distant switch will help you fine tune the reception. Both the volume and tuning buttons are rotary dials, providing a nice sight-free way to make major changes to the Walkman.

Sony has included their MDR (micro dynamic receiver) headphones with the SRF-59. These headphones are open air type; the headphones will allow ambient noise to filter into the ear canal, providing a rich sound and keeping you safely aware of events, people and automobiles around you. The headphones provide ample dynamic range and sound. The Walkman requires only one AA battery, keeping the receiver lightweight and inexpensive to operate. When using a Sony alkaline battery, you can expect an impressive 100-140 hours of use. There is also a belt clip included, so you can carry the Walkman on your belt. The color is a sporty silver.

What's in the Box
Sony SRF-59 Walkman FM stereo, Sony MDR open air headphones, belt clip, user's manual and a ninety day warranty.



Accessories:
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Accessories:

• Sony AM3PT-B8A Platinum Alkaline Battery Blister Multipack (8-Pk)
• Sony Ultra Power Quick Charger with Refresh Function
• Sennheiser MX500 Lightweight In-Ear Headphones (Blue)
• Sony MDR-G57G S2 Sports Street Style Headphones with Reflective Ear Piece
• Sony AC-E45A Worldwide AC Power Adaptor with Folding Plug Blade

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Rating: - Easy to use basic radio
The battery life is very good and it does what you would expect from a basic radio. As you would expect for the low cost the headphones are only OK but you can get whatever you like since any standard ear bud, headphone, or earphone will work fine. The friend I gave this to was able to go to sleep while listening to the radio without worrying about using up the batteries.

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Rating: - AM "memory"
This little radio, even with the chintzy headphones, is worth the price. One thing about the beauties of analog tuning- if you leave and re-tune an AM station, you will increasingly get it better. Radios left on one station will gradually develop a memory and keep getting the signal stronger.
This applies to everything from ancient garage-sale bought GEs or RCA Super radios(both Thompsons)to Sangean ccradios, so you go from $5 to $200
Don't complain about mild annoyances, 10 $15 radios are worth experimenting with over one $150 model, which will turn into a disappointment. It takes a Sangean a year with its digital tuning to get the memory you have in a month with analog, and by then the digital read-out is dead!

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Rating: - My picky husband really likes this one.
My husband ordered this. I know he replaced the headphones to find a pair that was more comfortable, but he really likes the radio. He said the quality of the sound is excellent. The station signal stays constant with no fading in and out or static. He is well-satisfied with his purchase.

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Rating: - difficult dialing
Unlike most of the reviews which were positive which caused me to purchasse the radio I completely disliked the product. it is nearly impossible to dial and pick up most stations. Since the dial is so small you need pinpoint accuracy. Yes, the quality of sound is very good, but I am throwing out this unit, and buying something else !!!

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Rating: - Lightweght Sony Walkman
I absolutely love this little Sony Walkman. I use it when I take my regular two mile morning walk. It stays right on the station that I want without fading in and out as was the case with my previous radio. It's not high fidelity, but that makes no difference to me. I recommend it highly and bought it after reading reviews on Amazon written by others who purchased it.