Paul, I have used my H/K CDR 30 as a CD player a few times, and it is a good player. In fact, the playback surprised me. However, I do feel that my other players in the same system are better. Bill, Digital recording level adjustment is useful if you are making compilations from...
Bill, I generally avoid refurbished products because you usually don't know what was wrong with them and if they were fixed properly by a competent technician. However, I would feel better getting the item from the manufacturer with a suitable warranty. Nevertheless, your friend should call...
Bill, no problem. Best Buy and Circuit City have some dual-tray recorders for $300 or less, but I don't know if they are any good. Brands include TDK and Classic. You might be able to get a Philips unit at Best Buy or Circuit City in this price range as well. I had a first-generation Philip...
Bill, I have a Harman/Kardon CDR 30 dual-tray recorder that has served me very well over about a year-and-a-half. To my ear, dubs sound just like the original CDs, and I have never made a coaster with this unit. The CDR 26 is the current model, which is similar in key areas to the CDR 30. The...