Creative Labs Muvo NX 256 MB MP3 Player

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• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000CD0F4
• Item model number: 73PD000000016
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (61 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #39,324 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 28, 2003

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Carry your music wherever you go with your MuVo NX! Experience superb sound quality on the go in one tiny, ultra-light device. It doesn't matter whether you're on a plane, on the train, or working out at the gym--with its flash memory and included sports armband and case, the Nomad MuVo NX is designed to give you the flawless skip-free performance you always wanted!

It's really easy to use! Simply attach the Nomad MuVo NX to any PC using the built-in USB connector. Then drag and drop your music files between your PC and the Nomad MuVo NX. Get creative with your MuVo! Share your documents, photos, and any other data files between PCs anywhere--at home, at work, or even while you're on the road. If you have a great idea you want to store away or need to remind yourself of an appointment, use the handy built-in mic to record up to 8 hours of voice messages, notes, and conversations.

It's Easy

	Load It: Plug the MuVo Memory device in to any computer USB port, and it will display automatically as removeable storage on the desktop. Drag and drop your MP3s and WMAs and files straight onto the Nomad MuVo. No cables or software are required! (USB drivers for Windows 98 and 98SE are provided in the bundled CD.)
	Snap It: The Nomad MuVo changes from a MuVo Memory into a MP3 player in a snap! Simply attach the battery pack and you're ready to go.
	Play It: When used with the included battery pack, the Nomad MuVo works as a tiny MP3 player with incredible sound quality. The Nomad MuVo plays for up to 12 hours on one alkaline AAA battery.

The MuVo NX comes in two handy storage sizes. Use the 128 MB for smaller tasks. Load up the new MuVo NX 256 MB with more and have your photos, files, and music all in one keychain-size digital accessory. It's a small player that packs a big punch! Play your MP3s or WMAs for up to 12 hours on one AAA battery. The high-resolution LCD provides full track information (ID3 tags). Access to custom settings and folder navigation is made easy with the rocker button. Two colored battery packs are included to let you switch colors depending on your mood. Using the MuVo NX couldn't be simpler--just load it, snap it, and go!

The Nomad MuVo NX 128 MB comes bundled with the newly released Creative MediaSource application. Creative MediaSource converts your CDs to MP3s or WMAs at the touch of a button and more. Get started in minutes making your music collection into a portable digital music library with Creative MediaSource.

* Play time may vary depending on volume level, type of battery, and headphone use.

Choose your music. Choose your device. Know it's going to work. Look for the PlaysForSure logo if you're shopping for a portable music or video device and you want to make sure the digital music and video you purchase will play back on it every time. Match the PlaysForSure logo on a large selection of leading devices and online music stores. If you see the logo, you'll know your digital music will play for sure. The PlaysForSure logo makes it easy to find digital media stores and devices that work together. Choose from a large number of digital music and video stores, including CinemaNow, MSN Music, Musicmatch, MusicNow, Napster, Wal-Mart Music Downloads, and many more. Look for the PlaysForSure logo on a wide variety of devices, including portable music devices, portable video devices, digital audio receivers, Pocket PCs, and Smartphones. The checkmarks indicate if the device is capable of playing back audio and video that's been downloaded from an online store. Additionally, some devices can play back media that has been purchased through an online store that offers subscriptions or rentals.

Product Description

Travel easily with your MuVo NX and experience superb sound quality in a tiny, ultra-light device on the plane, on the train, or while you exercise. With skip-free flash memory and included sports armband and case, the NOMAD MuVo NX is designed for flawless performance during exercise and other rigorous activity. Simply attach the NOMAD MuVo NX to any PC with the built-in USB connector and drag-and-drop your music files between your PC storage and the NOMAD MuVo NX. Get creative with your MuVo and share your documents, photos and any other data files between PCs at home, work or on the road. Use the handy built-in mic to record up to 8 hours of voice messages, notes and conversations. Play your MP3s or WMAs for up to 4 hours on one AA battery. The high-resolution backlit LCD provides full track information (ID3 tags), access to custom settings and allows folder navigation with the convenient rocker button. Using the MuVo NX couldn't be simpler, just load it, snap it, and go!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

66 of 67 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent performance, impressive features, November 29, 2003

By	Richard Clayton "Geek" (New Jersey) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is quite an astounding little gadget. It weighs just over an ounce, but it carries a quarter-gigabyte of music-- about four hours, at standard MP3 compression. Since the MuVo NX uses flash memory, it has no moving parts, which makes it great for use while running or working out-- it has already replaced my CD-based MP3 player, which was larger, heavier, and inclined to skipping.

The interface is easy to use and very intuitive, using a simple rocker switch to page through songs or options. The device also includes several thoughtful touches, such as a vertical-flip option for lefties, a wide variety of playback options, and a customizable graphic equalizer. Sound quality is excellent, the volume is ample, and the package includes a nice pair of earbud speakers.

The only drawback with this MP3 player is the USB interface, which is the old USB 1.1 standard instead of the faster USB 2.0. This isn't a serious issue, however, as USB 2.0 is only supported by recent computers running Windows XP, and even at USB 1.1 speeds it only takes a couple of minutes to fully load the player.

I enthusiastically recommend the MuVo NX to audiophiles, early adopters, and anybody who wants ultra-portable music on the go.

48 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Compact, Lightweight, Easy to Use..., January 6, 2004

By A Customer

After comparing several MP3 players in it's class I decided to go with the MUVO NX because it's perfect for working out in the gym and lightweight for running. I considered going with an I-Pod for the larger storage capabilities at first, however when
I found out that the included rechargeable battery will stop holding it's charge after a about 2 years of use it wasn't worth the money for me. The 256MB memory included in the NUVO MX stores a good amount of music so you won't run out of songs in the middle of a workout or on a 4-5 hour plane flight.

The Pro's:
- Lightweight, compact design.
- Plug and play USB connection.
- Easily drag and drop files directly onto the player.
- Good amount of storage for music.
- Decent battery life. (I suggest investing in some rechargable AAA batteries)

The Con's:
- I only have one negative comment about this product. After opening the package the earphones included were defective. One side was about 3 times a long as the other side and the sound wasn't the best. This is why i'm giving it a 4 Star rating instead of 5.

41 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Workout Companion!, December 22, 2003

By	Missus Dakey (Princeton, NJ, USA) - See all my reviews

Pros: Tiny player with great sound, features like shuffling and EQ, lightweight, easy to set up and copy music or files
Cons: Buttons may be too small for bigger fingers, one AAA battery life only about 5-6 hours, included ear buds are dinky

I already own a CD MP3 player, which is fine for most applications except when I'm at the gym. It's too big and it skips whenever you move. So I really wanted one of the new tiny players. My wonderful boyfriend got me this player for a birthday present.

It is super simple to set up; just install the Creative software, plug the player into an empty USB port, and you'll be copying files in no time! I can either drag and drop from my folders, or create a playlist in Windows Media Player and copy it automatically. It also holds any kind of file. I've used it to copy photos from my laptop to my home PC.

The sound is terrific. I like to turn up the volume fairly high, so that probably eats into the battery life. I was pleased to find out that I can randomly shuffle files, skip folders, or maneuver around my songs any way I like. I can also set the EQ to boost the sound even more.

I find the buttons easy to use, but someone with thicker fingers might not like it as much. Just rock the slider back and forth to move from song to song. The attractive and readable display shows you the time elapsed and any MP3 tags included in your file.

The included belt clip is very secure and slides into the included armband. I've only used the armband once, but I noticed a funny rubbery smell on my arm after working out. Could be because it's new!

I have not yet tried rechargeable batteries with the player, but a normal alkaline battery lasts about 5 or 6 hours. That's certainly long enough for any intense workout, or a 2 or 3-hour flight, but I don't want to have to keep changing batteries. Two colored battery "skins" are included, blue and gray. (You can also buy more skins via the Creative website for about $8-10 apiece.) You could either swap the player out to a different color and match your outfit, or keep a battery in each skin and use the alternate skin as a backup.

I also bought new sports-style headphones because I found the included earbuds to be totally useless.

Overall I love this little gadget! It's exactly what I needed in an attractive usable extra-light package. Thanks, sweetie!