Customer Reviews:
 Good product ! March 29, 2007
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I am also a professional transcriptionist and work with this machine several hours a day. I like it -- it's a good machine for the price. I replace mine about every 3 years or so. I have used machines that are MUCH more expensive and they may have a few additonal features, but this little machine has all the features I really need. I have never had a problem with the foot pedal. The usual reason for replacing is that the longer tapes (90 min. tapes) are heavier and can cause too much drag on the spindles. If you have to use the heavier tapes, you should probably get a heavy duty machine, but it will come with a heavy duty price tag.
 good price, but not very durable May 27, 2006
15 out of 16 found this review helpful
I am a professional transcriber. I do not recommend this for anyone who transcribes on more than an occasional basis. Yes, the price is very good, and when I first bought one I was happy with it. But it broke down very quickly. I had to keep unscrewing and opening the bottom of the (very cheap) foot pedal because the pieces inside that were supposed to connect to cause the tape to move would come loose. Also you have to press play and THEN use the foot pedal in order for it to work.
It's a very basic machine. For the casual transcriber who may only use it on an occasional basis, it's a good deal. But anyone who uses it more than that, invest the money in a better machine.
 Great time-saver! March 20, 2006
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
As a psychology doctoral student I have to transcribe many therapy and interview tapes for various reasons. This machine has dramtically cut the amount of time needed to do that. I was hesitant to spend the money on a transcritption machine as they are not cheap, but I'm glad I did! It was money well spent and I'm having more time on my hands as a result. I highly recommend investing in one of these if you have to transcribe audiotapes.
Good Bargain February 28, 2006
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I am extremely happy to find this product on Amazon.com, since the retail office product stores don't seem to be carrying such items anymore. Of course, there are more "bells and whistles" that one could desire in such a product, but considering the price, this product is an excellent offer. I was amazed at the speed in which this product arrived at my address once I placed the order. All in all, I have always been very satisfied with Amazon.com, and this purchase did not change my opinion one bit.
 Transcriber Hell February 16, 2006
4 out of 9 found this review helpful
Having to plug and unplug your headset for the speaker function to work is a problem.
Rememberring to press play before you can use the foot pedeal adds to the steps you need to perform.
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