Customer Reviews

Samsung Mini Yepp 32 MB MP3 Player YP-20T

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I've been using the Mini-Yepp* for about three weeks so far, and I'm reasonably happy with the purchase. First off, it's tiny (small enough to be mistaken for a Tamagotchi?...) and it's relatively cheap.

While it only supports the mp3 format (no proprietary formats like wma or atrac3), it seems to support a range of bitrates (I've tried 64kbps - 256kbps) as well as vbr-encoded files (I prefer these high-compression variable bitrate files for their small size).

The sound quality is remarkably adequate, especially for a player that's small enough to lose with your pocket change (hasn't happened to me just yet, thank goodness), and its built-in equalizer adds enough "oomph," although you're not going to see any audiophiles raving about it anytime soon.

The biggest drawback with the Mini-Yepp is its short battery life. The fact that this unit is so small that it uses a single AAA battery should be a clue. I'd say I've been averaging about 2.5 hours of active use per battery, although I'm in the process of gauging NiMH rechargeables in this unit. I'd suspect using alkalines to support your mp3 habit on the Mini-Yepp may turn out to be a costly experience.

Another almost equally annoying feature of this unit is its miniscule memory capacity. At 128kbps (or 55% vbr in Musicmatch, although I've had to do some mp3 tag repair with these files before I could use them - something to do with Freuhaufer and Xing encoder/decoder compatibility issues), you're going to pack about a half-hour into this unit. And it's fine if you're going to use the Mini-Yepp as a workout companion (which I do), and if you work out about 30 minutes at a time (which I also do). However, if you're planning a transatlantic flight, you may want to choose something else, lest you end up with the mp3 equivalent of cabin fever.

From what I've read, there is supposedly a 64mb version of the Mini-Yepp in the works, but I'll believe it when I see it. I suspect while that model will have the obvious advantage of increased memory, the battery life will still be an issue.

* Has someone at Samsung been watching 'Austin Powers' a bit too much of late? The original name of this product was Baby Yepp (presumably after Casio's Baby-G), but by the time this hit the shelves, there was a name change.

I just pulled my mini Yepp out of the packaging yesterday and couldn't believe how small this thing is. The sound quality is excellent. The memory is a limitation as others have noted. I took it apart and found that they have an extra set of pads on the board right next to the existing NAND Flash - its all hooked up and ready to be populated. I think I heard they have a 64mB version out now (maybe I'll try upgrading mine?). The battery life is also a bit of a limitation, but since it only burns one battery at a time, its not too bad. I measured the current at 175mA with the volume cranked all the way up. That's around 1/4 Watt which seems OK, but it's a lot of current to draw from an alkaline battery (they aren't very efficient in high current applications). I'm using rechargeable NiMh batteries in mine and they last about 2.5-3 hours. These are good NiMh batteries from Maha\Powerex (650mAh AAA) which I bought for about $2.50 per cell. I also bought a good rapid charger for them. Using these batteries, the cost of music is less than a penny an hour compared with about $.25/hr using alkaline batteries.

I recently bought this player and got exactly what I expected. The unit is very small and lightweight and is pretty easy to operate. The sound is great and it's just a good piece of technology. As just about everyone else has mentioned in their reviews, there are limitations that may be difficult for some people to deal with. This player is a battery eater. I have been getting about 3 hours total listening time before replacing the battery. This can get to be a bit much money-wise. Also the 32 MB memory is not quite enough. You can figure that you'll only get about 30 minutes (or less depending on the sound quality of the MP3 files) of music. Basically I would say it's great to take jogging etc. This is what I use it for and uploading different songs every day is very easy. For travel or other situations where listening to the same 6 or 7 songs over and over and replacing the battery every few hours will drive you crazy, I'd suggest one of the other units.

I got this mp3 player solely for its compact size. I wanted something small to take to the gym, and this one hit the spot just right. It has good playback quality, the software is friendly, and has a big enough memory to fit over an hour of music.
There are only two drawbacks:
1- It really goes thru batteries quick, but I have a battery charger so that's not really an issue.
2- The headphones included with the set are not the best quality, so I'm using the ones from my old walkman.
If not for those things, i would give this product a 5 stars rating.

THE GOODS:
-Very small, about the size of an egg.
-Light enough (1.13oz) to run with without having it bounce around in your pocket.
-Like all MP3 players, it won't skip, shaken or stirred.
-Very durable.
-Nice-quality earphones.
-Crisp LCD.
THE BADS:
-Non-expandable or upgradeable; only plays MP3s.
-Cumbersome computer software.
-Only three buttons on player; basic functions like volume, turning off, and EQ switching takes some getting use to.

OVERALL: Well worth the cost, and a great player to begin with. The 32MB model can hold about 6-8 songs, but if you are looking for more memory, try the 64MB model, which is obviously a bit more expensive. The only real downside to the Mini-Yepp is that its memory cannot be expanded or its software upgraded. All in all, I would highly recommend this player.

At [price], I thought this would be a good way to give MP3's a try. I've only had this for a few days, but so far, I'm very impressed. Sound quality is great and it's unbelievably small.

I use both Macs and PC's. The bundled software works well on both. The Mac package lets me upload songs to my Mac, but the PC package doesn't. Dunno why. Don't count on Samsung's web page to give you much by way of tech support - it's pretty weak.

I plan to use this for my 30 minute workouts, so the 32MB capacity shouldn't be much of an issue. However, I've got two minor glitches: 1) I haven't figured out how I'm gonna hold it. There's no belt clip, so unless I rig something up, I'll have to hold it in my hand. Its small size and smooth shape makes me worry that, being the klutz that I am, I might drop it. B) It would be great if Samsung added a "key lock" function (like the one on my Sony walkman) that would prevent unintended button pushing while I'm running.

If I get heavily into MP3's, I suspect I'd go buy a more deluxe player and hand this down to the kids. In the meantime, [price] is a cheap way to get started. Love it!

P.S. Downloading MP3's is a WHOLE LOT better with a cable/DSL connection.

Hey, I like this gadget so much, I bought it as a birthday gift for myself. After a few minutes all was installed, the great track "Take This Waltz" ... via USP cable (included) from PC to PORTABLE transfered, the high quality ear phones (included) in my ears - great sound! Not so great is the AAA battery (one included) lifetime. First I thought it could be the included battery which may be old - but new AAA batteries (good brand) made it not longer. So, having AAA batteries available is a must. After the first week, my need for having my favored sounds in my Mini-Yepp increased and so the 32 MB memory got 'eaten-up' in a hurry. Finally I decided to put the Mini-Yeep on Amazon Marketplace and purchased the Samsung Techno Yepp 64 MB Digital Audio Player (ASIN B000059RAB). A good deal? Yes, at least I think so: I got some experience with MP3 - I had much fun with this "gem" and will have even more with the "Techno" which can be expanded with memory cards. ...

The samsung is by far the smallest MP3 player I have found. It can fit into that small little pocket in the front of your jeans.
If you compress the songs enough, you can fit about 9 of them on the 32 mb. But why even bother when a regular Duracel AAA battery lasts only 1.5 hours playtime. I've spent more on batteries than I did on the player. I advise you to buy something that is rechargeable.

Wow this thing is light!!! The sound quality is awesome too. Just keep one thing in mind before purchasing it, its for putting in your pocket!!! with the little chain clip thing, cant' really clip it to your shirt or anywhere else without the risk of it falling off.

I actually thought it was a arm strapped one. LOL don't even remember where that idea came from when ordering it. was kinda disappointed when I found out it wasn't. but not complaining, it works fine in my pockets and I love the sound quality.

It's a really nice player so far it's great, it is really small. The bad thing is it should come with a belt clip or arm strap, it comes with a chain instead (like the one for a pager). If battery is an issue for you than this is not the player for you. the software is average. easy to rip songs off your CD and organize your collection of mp3s, very annoying message asking for upgrade the software though. Overall this is a good player with a reasonable price. If you are looking for a player for short trips only this is the one, but long trips i would still recommend an upgradable or a player with more memory. One additional note, i bought Energizer e2 Titanium Technology batteries for my mp3 player and it didn't work, my mp3 player only take certain brand of batteries.