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Sony NWE395 B 16GB Walkman MP3 Player Black
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
7.4
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/10
Total Reviews
508
Old Reviews
134
Unverified
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Review Analysis - 338 recent, verified reviews
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Sound Quality
71sony, sound quality, walkman, mp3 player, songs
+82%
-18%
" ... Amazing sound quality, smooth surface and an overall easy menu with a big variety of options. ... "
" ... The music quality is very good, but it is not as easy to navigate as previous Walkman versions. ... "
" ... Excellent "Crisp" Sound Quality | Made With Plastic | Based on my last Sony series walkman, this will last 2 years, with "normal" every day use. ... "
" ... sounds great, lightweight, comes with earbuds, has FM reception w/autotuning . ... "
" ... love this sony mp3 it is my 3rd one from my music the model is different from my others but still good and the volume is on the side with the hold button which is very different ive always loved sony's products ... "
" ... Sounds fine using head phones, buds or speakers. ... Not talking about a 1000K stereo system here. ... "
" ... What I do like: The quality of the sound is top notch. ... "
" ... But that's ok, There are songs I don't listen to as much anyway ... "
Ease of Use
42easy, simple, user friendly, interface, controls
+90%
-10%
" ... Works great and easy to use. ... "
" ... The music quality is very good, but it is not as easy to navigate as previous Walkman versions. ... "
" ... Simple to use, drag and drop to add music off your computer. ... "
" ... so works and sound great very easy to use with medea go software ... "
" ... Easy to use, love the ability to mange folders and files. ... "
" ... Sony did a very poor job of making this device user friendly. ... "
" ... I'm not good with computer stuff so this is easy to do. ... "
" ... Easy to download music from Windows Media Player. ... "
Controls
36buttons, songs, shuffle, playlists, walkman
+25%
-75%
" ... My SanDisk had a delete button. ... I've yet to figure out the hold button. ... "
" ... the buttons are too sensitive every time I put it down and something touches it it turns on or pauses my music - the buttons are too sensitive. ... there's a bug in the software, it throws in music from other places that aren't in my preset playlists. ... "
" ... I am also disappointed, that while the listing shows there is a built in clock function, I cannot find a way to set or display the time / date like my old one, nor can I figure out how to set alarms. ... "
" ... The one I received didn't work properly--the control buttons would stick giving inconsistent results--not good when using for listening to recorded books. ... "
" ... What bothered me the most when I'm pressing buttons to switch songs, there is a slight pause or delay. ... My old Walkman switched song instantaneously the moment you pressed the button. ... Also, the volume buttons were located on the side, which I personally didn't find convenient. ... "
" ... The only way to get it turn on is to plug it in. ... Shows it's fully charged but the on/off button doesn't work. ... "
" ... After fully charging it, the buttons would not work or allow you to go through the menu. ... The screen is dark and one cannot tell where the cursor is located or what function you are on. ... "
" ... -The buttons are way too sensitive. ... The HOLD switch doesn't prevent the device from being turned on. ... "
Product Reliability
30years ago, model, walkman, stopped working, sony
+43%
-57%
" ... It performed okay but went dead after about six months. ... "
" ... Anyways, I've had this thing about a year and it's finally died (I had it at the bottom of a bag I was hiking with and got caught in the rain/snow). ... "
" ... I purchased this unit to replace my Sandisk Sansa Clip+, which I really liked & unfortunately left in a taxi. ... "
" ... Died 6weeks after we bought it. ... "
" ... don't even get me started. ... "
" ... After 2 months the player won't turn on. ... "
" ... I had the previous model that has been discontinued less than a year later. ... "
" ... I used it for about a week, and it died. ... "
Battery Life
29battery life, hours, charge, lasts, walkman
+55%
-45%
" ... my old one kind like this one i use like 7years, after the battery breaks i buy new one, i think they update this product and my order just delieved today, the bass is strong very good i love it ... "
" ... Only time will tell if it lasts as long, but I'm guessing it doesn't. ... "
" ... The battery charge lasts for a full day and more. ... "
" ... Great player with a long lasting battery. ... "
" ... Cheap, works well and the battery is great. ... "
" ... -The battery life is astounding. ... "
" ... Right size, lotta battery life,. ... "
" ... I let mine charge over night (I do this with all electronics I purchase and never have battery issues), battery life seems fine to me. ... "
CD/DVD
27player, walkman mp3 player, cd, sony walkman mp3, great mp3 player
+89%
-11%
" ... Like all the options on the Sony MP3 players. ... "
" ... Awesome Mp3 Player!!!! ... "
" ... This is my third Sony Walkman mp3 player and the one I like the best. ... "
" ... So far I got 9 CD's on there, with a good bit of room to put more. ... "
" ... There are some decent things about the Sony Walkman, but because of the price and a million other mp3 players on the market, it is grossly over-priced for what you get. ... The Sony supports external playlist, which is nice, considering a lot of MP3 players don't. ... "
" ... Nice MP3 player. ... "
" ... very nice mp3 ... "
" ... This player replaces an older NWZ player. ... "
Device Compatibility
26windows media player, sync, playlists, media go, download
+58%
-42%
" ... Simple to use, drag and drop to add music off your computer. ... "
" ... Great gadget for those who do not own an I-phone. ... "
" ... I'm not good with computer stuff so this is easy to do. ... "
" ... Easy to download music from Windows Media Player. ... "
" ... This is a fine device. ... "
" ... And with MediaGo app (free download) I can import my playlists from Windows Media Player and ... "
" ... It comes with a PC music organizing program page link (Media Go) that helps keep the loading process organized and will keep the music on your PC when you're done, which is handy. ... "
" ... It will do, and it is reasonably compatible. ... "
Price
24money, save, worth, waste of money, cost
+63%
-38%
" ... And I don't mean "less expensive." ... "
" ... Excellent product for the price . ... "
" ... Great purchase for a great price. ... "
" ... excellent and the price was good ... "
" ... its ok for that price ... "
" ... Good price point also ... "
" ... This little guy is worth the money. ... "
" ... The price should've been much more cheaper . ... "
Build Quality
24feels, cheap, metal, versions, old one
+42%
-58%
" ... Went to pick it up and it was burning hot and the plastic was soft and bendable. ... "
" ... Other reviews have noted similar problem w/ hold. ... "
" ... Quality of the item is cheap. ... "
" ... The initial feel of it is cheap compared to my old one. ... "
" ... This is my second one that broke. ... "
" ... It just feels cheaply made. ... "
" ... So if you expect the traditional nice Sony mp3 player don't buy this cheap plastic ... "
" ... However, this newer version is very poorly made. ... The build is also noticeably cheaper than previous versions--the plastic feels very cheap. ... "
Apps
20playlists, music, media go, playlists from windows, playlist
+60%
-40%
" ... This is a decent MP3 Player but I have some minor issues, like in order to create a playlist you have to use Sony's Media Go, which is free but I'd rather create without it. ... "
" ... Thankfully this uses the same media go program. ... "
" ... Great music player. ... "
" ... Easy to download music from Windows Media Player. ... "
" ... It's freaking music player. ... "
" ... And with MediaGo app (free download) I can import my playlists from Windows Media Player and ... "
" ... Would recommend downloading MediaGo (The download is on the MP3 player). ... "
" ... A good MP3 player which I primarily use to listen to playlists. ... "
Marketplace
16product, good, received, quality, described
+81%
-19%
" ... Everything was as expected. ... "
" ... A+ great seller ... "
" ... RECEIVED AS ADVERTISED ... "
" ... Exactly as expected, thanks ... "
" ... I am impressed with the quality of music and the features like pictures and listing ... "
" ... This item is as described. ... "
" ... Just what I expected! ... "
" ... Received as expected satisfied ... "
Fit
13holds, w, songs, pocket, clip
+54%
-46%
" ... Better sound than its predecessor, and easier to access and hold. ... "
" ... I use it for audiobooks and it can hold quite a bit. ... "
" ... Holds tons of music ... "
" ... Easy to fit in pocket. ... "
Charging
13charging, hold a charge, charges, walkman, hours
+46%
-54%
" ... On the last walkman I had I could go days without charging it, this one I'd have to make sure to charge it everyday if I'm driving and running a lot. ... "
" ... Used it for 2 months and the battery malfunctioned and it started to melt in my car. ... "
" ... Will not hold a charge. ... "
" ... The first one stopped charging and the second one will not hold a charge. ... "
" ... Can't hold a charge. ... "
" ... But in Dec. it decided that it didn't want to charge. ... "
" ... I'm havong a problem with my mp3 player it doesn't want 2 charge. ... "
Design
12plastic, older, finish, feels, cheaply made
+33%
-67%
" ... Thin box had large white sticker over the SERIAL NUMBER. ... "
" ... Not quite as good as the previous model(looks exactly like it) but fills my minimum requirements. ... "
" ... The initial feel of it is cheap compared to my old one. ... "
" ... not the case. ... "
" ... I only have it 4 stars because of two flaws. ... "
" ... It's cheap looking and way too lite. ... "
Returns
11version, returning, replace, walkman, sony
-100%
" ... And basically have regretted doing so, to the point I've considered returning it. ... "
" ... 2 weeks after the return date. ... "
" ... I WANT MY MONEY BACK! ... "
" ... Not as good as the 2011 version of the Walkman it replaced. ... "
" ... Have to return it. ... Now, the new one does the same thing as the returned one did but I found out what the problem is, for me at least. ... Have to return this one too. ... "
" ... We ended up sending it back and purchasing a different brand from a local store. ... "
" ... The cutoff date to return to Amazon has passed, so now I'm trying to get Sony to repair or replace it. ... "
" ... They were good about the return and refund, though. ... "
Codecs
10files, mp3 players, mp3, format, flac
+20%
-80%
" ... This device will not accept Windows Media Player playlist [therefore the product description is a lie]. ... "
" ... I've converted files to mkv mp4 wmv and avi still doesn't like to play. ... "
" ... Then, you hit sync and it just takes a long time to copy the files. ... "
" ... This one did not play video and was not an mp3 maybe it was an mp2. ... "
" ... The player doesnt support FLAC format, which is a shame. ... "
" ... The music files play when I plug it into the USB port in my car, but I cannot play it using the standard interface and headphones. ... "
" ... It also does not allow you to import any format like the older players. ... "
Product As Described
10product, quality, good, described, advertised
+100%
" ... Everything was as expected. ... "
" ... RECEIVED AS ADVERTISED ... "
" ... Exactly as expected, thanks ... "
" ... I am impressed with the quality of music and the features like pictures and listing ... "
" ... This item is as described. ... "
" ... Just what I expected! ... "
" ... Product was as advertised. ... "
" ... Product as described. ... "
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