How to choose a BBK radio tape recorder?

The BBK technique is becoming more and more popular in our country. But even this good manufacturer cannot telepathically predict the needs of every customer. This is why it is so important to know how to choose radio tape recorder BBK in a specific case.

In order to characterize a product such as a BBK radio tape recorder, and not to duplicate official information from the manufacturer, it is worth paying attention to user ratings. Some of these assessments, admittedly, are not too flattering. It comes down to being real the advantages of BBK technology only its design and cost are. At the same time, they say that the shelf life of the radio tape recorders is short, and it is extremely difficult or impossible to repair them.

Typical sayings are:

• "Fulfills its price completely";

• "I have no complaints about the sound";

• “Fingerprints are invisible on the matte surface”;

• "Reception of radio broadcasts and memorization of stations - at a good level";

• "Optimal functionality";

• "It is impossible to adjust the volume in the radio alarm clock mode";

• "Balanced sound, good reproduction of fundamental frequencies";

• "ease";

• "Too quiet playback of records from flash drives";

• "Poor quality of communication via Bluetooth";

• "All necessary connectors are in stock."

Start an overview of the range of BBK radio tape recorders pertinently from devices USB / SD... This is a completely modern and convenient solution. A good example is a compact, comfortable model. BS05... The device is equipped with a digital PLL tuner that works well even in the AM band. The "sleep" mode is provided, which comes on command from a configurable timer.

You can also use the device as an alarm clock. The melody is usually selected from files on connected media. But you can set a choice and from the programs broadcast by radio stations on the air. The main technical parameters are as follows:

• acoustic power 2.4 W;

• working off frequencies from 64 to 108 MHz and from 522 to 1600 kHz;

• thoughtful telescopic antenna;

• 1 USB port;

• the ability to read SD memory cards;

• playback of MP3, WMA files;

• net weight 0.87 kg.

A more advanced option is BS08BT. This strict and laconic-looking black radio tape recorder has a headphone jack. The design includes a Bluetooth module. As in the previous case, the entire range from 64 to 108 MHz is covered, it is possible to work with MicroSD cards. Net weight - 0.634 kg.

But BBK also supplies CD / MP3 type radios. And among them stands out favorably BX900BT. The device supports CD-DA, WMA. Through the USB port, you can connect both a flash card and a player. The proprietary Sonic Boom sound standard is fully implemented.

It is also worth noting:

• reception range from 64 to 108 MHz;

• loading a disk using the Slot-In method;

• Bluetooth module;

• AVRCP 1.0;

• inability to play CD-R, DVD;

• inability to play MP3, WMA files.

Alternatively, you can consider BX519BT. The acoustic power of the radio is up to 3 watts. The device has a classic design. There are two colors: pure black and a combination of white with metallic colors. CD-DA, MP3, WMA are fully supported.

Other features are as follows:

• medium format;

• digital tuner;

• retractable antenna;

• the ability to work with CD, CD-R, CD-RW;

• profiles HSP v1.2, HFP v1.5, A2DP v1.2;

• 2nd generation Bluetooth protocol;

• VCD, SVCD cannot be processed.

Of course, it only makes sense to take audio recorders in the 2020s. with digital tuner... Analog switching of radio stations, as the reviews show, is completely impractical and inconvenient. But this recommendation is indignantly rejected by retro fans. As for the design, there can be no ready-made recommendations, of course. It is useful to consider whether the AM band is really needed.

It is difficult to do without it on a long journey by car in order to know the traffic situation. But for home listening, FM stations are more suitable, and if not too critical, you can limit yourself to them. In both cases, it is useful RDS availability, that is, a detailed indication of received transmissions and broadcasting stations.

Here are some more recommendations:

• take into account the types of media and formats of files being played;

• give preference to models with a Bluetooth unit;

• choose for frequent carrying of the device with a special convenient handle;

• for a summer residence, limit yourself to simple models, and at home to buy a radio tape recorder at a higher price, with a karaoke mode.

You can watch a video review of the BBK BS15BT radio tape recorder below.