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MP3 player Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S

Discover the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S, a compact and high-performance MP3 player that stands out for its storage capacity of 8 GB, allowing you to carry a vast music library wherever you go. This model, known for its exceptional audio quality, offers a signal-to-noise ratio of 84 dB and a 6-band equalizer to customize your sound experience.

With a backlit LCD screen of 3.2 inches with a resolution of 480 x 320 pixels, the GoGear Muse ensures clear and enjoyable playback of your audio, video, and image files in various formats, such as MP3, WMA, and FLAC. Additionally, it is equipped with a built-in microphone for quality voice recordings.

Its modern design in black and silver and its lightweight of 106 g make it an ideal companion for travel. The nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) battery offers up to 24 hours of continuous audio playback, ensuring that your music accompanies you throughout the day.

Finally, the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S is compatible with multiple operating systems and easily recharges via a USB port, making its use practical and efficient.

Manual of product GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S

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Editorial note

The Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S stands out for its exceptional audio quality, thanks to a signal-to-noise ratio of 84 dB and a total harmonic distortion of only 0.05%. These features ensure clear and faithful listening, making this MP3 player ideal for music lovers. The 6-band equalizer and customizable modes also allow for sound adjustments according to individual musical preferences, providing appreciated sound flexibility. The user experience is enhanced by its 3.2-inch LCD touchscreen with backlighting, which facilitates interaction and improves visibility, even in low-light conditions. Additionally, the built-in microphone is an asset for voice recordings and calls, making daily use enjoyable. However, the product has some limitations. The 8 GB storage capacity may prove insufficient for those wishing to keep a vast music library or videos. Furthermore, the lack of Bluetooth connectivity and FM radio functionality restricts listening options. Finally, while the continuous audio playback time of 24 hours is satisfactory, the video playback limited to 5 hours may disappoint some users, as well as the screen resolution which seems outdated compared to current standards. In summary, the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S is an MP3 player that offers excellent audio quality and intuitive use, but could benefit from an increase in storage capacity and modern features to meet the expectations of today's users.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is positive thanks to a 3.2-inch LCD touchscreen with backlighting, allowing for intuitive interaction and improved visibility.

Performance

The audio quality is exceptional with a signal-to-noise ratio of 84 dB and total harmonic distortion of only 0.05%, ensuring clear listening.

Battery life

The continuous audio playback time of 24 hours is satisfactory, but the video playback of only 5 hours may be insufficient for some users.

storage

The storage capacity of 8 GB is limited for users wishing to keep a large music library or videos.

Features

The 6-band equalizer and customizable modes offer sound flexibility, but the lack of Bluetooth and FM radio limits connectivity options.

Design

The product design is modern, but the screen resolution of 480 x 320 pixels may seem outdated compared to current standards.

Usability

The built-in microphone allows for clear audio capture, ideal for voice recordings and calls, making daily use enjoyable.


Advantages

Exceptional audio quality, low distortion

8 GB storage for multimedia

Customizable 6-band equalizer

3.2-inch LCD touchscreen

Built-in microphone for clear recordings

Disadvantages

Limited storage capacity of 8 GB

No Bluetooth connectivity

No built-in FM radio

Video playback time of only 5 hours

Outdated LCD resolution (480 x 320 pixels)

Technical Specifications GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S

General Information

Storage support

  • Multimedia player type
    Flash memory
  • Total storage capacity
    8 GB

Audio

  • Signal-to-noise ratio report
    84 dB
  • Built-in speakers
    Yes
  • Rated power of RMS
    0.005 W
  • Built-in speakers
    Yes
  • Quantity of equalizer bands
    6
  • DHT, total harmonic distortion
    0.05 %
  • Frequency range
    20 - 18000 Hz
  • Digital bitrate WMA
    8 - 320 Kbit/s
  • Digital bitrate WMA
    8 - 320 Kbit/s
  • String separation
    45 dB
  • MP3 sampling rate
    16 kHz
  • WMA sampling rate
    8, 11, 025, 16, 22, 050, 32, 44, 1, 48 kHz kHz
  • Equalizer modes
    custom

File formats

  • Supported audio formats
    AAC
  • Supported video format
    APE
  • Supported image formats
    FLAC
  • MP3
  • OGG
  • WAV
  • WMA
  • RMVB
  • WMV9
  • BMP
  • GIF
  • JPG
  • PNG

Recording mode

  • Voice recording
    Yes
  • Voice recording
    Yes

Headphones/Earphones

  • Headset connection
    3.5 mm

Other features

  • Audio recording formats
    MP3
  • Powered by USB port
    Yes
  • Compatible operating systems
    Windows XP (SP2)/ Vista/ 7
  • Powered by USB port
    Yes
  • Package dimensions (LxWxH)
    155 x 30 x 134 mm
  • USB cable
    AY3930

Radio

  • FM Radio
    Yes
  • Number of preset stations
    20

Connectivity

  • Quantity of USB 2.0 Ports
    1

Screen

  • Screen
    LCD
  • Screen resolution
    480 x 320 pixels
  • Screen size
    3.2 "
  • Touch screen
    Yes
  • Touch screen
    Yes
  • Image format
    3:2

Camera

  • Number of images per second
    25 ips

Packaging contents

  • Provided software
    Philips Songbird
  • User Guide
    Yes

Design

  • Product color
    Black, silver
  • Low battery indicator
    Yes
  • Low battery indicator
    Yes

Minimum system requirements

  • USB required
    Yes
  • USB required
    Yes

Power

  • Battery type
    -
  • Battery technology
    Lithium Polymer (LiPo)
  • Streaming audio playback
    24 h
  • Continuous video playback
    5 h
  • Battery capacity
    1100 mAh
  • Rechargeable
    Yes

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    106 g
  • Depth
    10.9 mm
  • Height
    59 mm
  • Width
    113 mm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows wireless data transmission between electronic devices via radio waves. Generally, the range between devices that can exchange information is about ten meters.
What is the weight of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S?
The weight of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S is 106 grams.
What is the screen size of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S?
The screen of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S measures 3.2 inches.
What is the height of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S?
The height of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S is 59 millimeters.
What is the screen resolution of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S?
The screen of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S has a resolution of 480 x 320 pixels.
What is the width of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S?
The width of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S is 113 millimeters.
What is the depth of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S?
The depth of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S is 10.9 millimeters.
Is the manual for the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S available in French?
Yes, the manual for the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S is available in French.

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Presentation of product GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S specifications from brand Philips

General Information

The Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S is an MP3 player from the renowned brand Philips, known for its quality and innovation in the electronics sector. This model, identified by the EAN code 3610170006480, promises high-level performance and an enhanced user experience.

Storage Support

This player uses flash memory for storage, allowing it to play various audio and video formats, thus providing a complete multimedia experience. With a capacity of 8 GB, it allows for a significant amount of file storage, meeting the diverse needs of users.

Audio

The GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S stands out with a signal-to-noise ratio of 84 dB, ensuring exceptional audio quality for clear and interference-free listening. Its 6-band equalizer allows for precise frequency adjustments to customize the sound experience. The built-in speakers offer convenient audio immersion, while the total harmonic distortion of only 0.05% ensures faithful sound reproduction. Its frequency range extends from 20 to 18,000 Hz, allowing for complete sound reproduction.

File Formats

The Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S supports numerous audio formats, such as AAC, APE, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV, and WMA, ensuring optimal compatibility. For video, it supports RMVB and WMV9 formats, while supported image formats include BMP, GIF, JPG, and PNG.

Recording Mode

Equipped with a built-in microphone, the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S allows for clear and precise recordings, whether for calls or voice captures.

Headphones/Earphones

The player is compatible with traditional headphones thanks to its 3.5 mm connection, allowing for easy use with various audio devices.

Other Features

The audio recording format is MP3, ensuring efficient compression while maintaining satisfactory sound quality. The included Philips Songbird software optimizes the user experience, and a user guide is also provided to facilitate handling. Additionally, it is powered via a USB port, making it convenient to recharge.

Radio

It is important to note that the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S does not have a FM Radio feature, although it allows for the memorization of up to 20 preset stations for quick access to your preferences.

Connectivity

The player is equipped with a USB 2.0 port, facilitating connection and data transfer with other devices.

Screen

The GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S features a 3.2-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 480 x 320 pixels, providing appreciable image quality. Its backlighting enhances visibility in low-light conditions, and the touchscreen allows for intuitive interaction.

Camera

For videos, it offers a rate of 25 frames per second, ensuring smooth playback.

Packaging Contents

In addition to the player, the packaging includes the Philips Songbird software and a user guide, ensuring a complete user experience.

Design

The design of the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S features a black and silver finish, giving it a modern appearance. It is also equipped with a charging indicator and a low battery warning for easy battery management.

Minimum System Requirements

For optimal use, an Internet connection is required, as well as a USB port to ensure compatibility with other devices.

Power

The player operates on a nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) hybrid battery, offering an impressive battery life of 24 hours for continuous audio playback, although video playback is limited to 5 hours. Its capacity of 1100 mAh ensures prolonged use, with the possibility of recharging for a convenient and eco-friendly solution.

Weight and Dimensions

Weighing only 106 g, the Philips GoGear Muse SA3MUS08S is lightweight and easy to carry. Its dimensions of 113 x 59 x 10.9 mm ensure optimal integration into your personal space.