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Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio - ICF-S79W

Abt Model: ICFS79W
$49.74  
Splash Resistant/ AM/FM/Weather Band Reception/ Easy One Button Weather Band Select/ Built-In Digital Clock/ Selectable Automatic-Off Timer/ Quartz Synthesized Tuner/ Built-In Antennas
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Sony Multi Band Digital Tuner Shower Radio - ICFS79W

Key Features:

  • Easy One Button Weather Band Select
  • Splash Resistant1 Multi-Band Shower Radio
  • AM/FM/Weather Band Reception
  • 20 Memory Random Presets (5AM/5FM1/5FM2/5Weather)
  • Supplied Hanging Strap
  • Built-In Digital Clock
  • Countdown Timer
  • Easy-to-Use Controls
  • Selectable Automatic-Off Timer (10 Min/20 Min/30 Min/45 Min/60 Min)
  • Quartz Synthesized Tuner
  • Large Speaker
  • Unique Easy-Grip Design

Features:

  • Splash Resistant1 Multi-Band Shower Radio: makes this an ideal radio to have in the bathroom, and in the shower, spa or sauna
  • AM/FM/Weather Band Reception: provides easy tuning of all available AM and FM radio stations, plus audio up to the minute weather
  • 20 Memory Random Presets (5AM/5FM1/5FM2/5Weather): offer convenient one-button memory tuning to 5 AM and 10 of your favorite FM radio stations along with 5 weather frequencies
  • Easy One Button Weather Band Select: gives you weather information at the press of a single button
  • Supplied Hanging Strap: loops over a door knob or on the shower head extension
  • Built-In Digital Clock: with large high-Contrast Display that shows Current time and number of pre-set radio station
  • Easy-to-Use Controls: are located atop the radio for handy one-finger operation
  • Countdown Timer: times backwards from a time period you set, useful for timing your shower and keeping you on schedule
  • Selectable Automatic-Off Timer (10 Min/20 Min/30 Min/45 Min/60 Min): helps you keep on schedule by allowing you to set the radio to turn itself off at your choice of interval
  • Quartz Synthesized Tuner: provides the most accurate drift-free tuning
  • Large Speaker: reproduces high quality sound you can hear even when water is running
  • Unique Easy-Grip Design: will not easily slip from your hand and can be set down on bathroom counter or other flat surface
  • Built-In Antennas: include ferrite bar for AM, wire antenna for FM

Specifications:

  • Audio
    • Frequency Range: AM: 530-1710kHz; FM: 87.5-108MHz; Weather: Ch. 1-5
    • Antenna System: AM: Built-in Ferrite Bar Antenna; FM, TV, Weather: Wire
  • Antenna
    • Tuner Type: Digital
    • Station Preset(s): 20 (5 AM, 10 FM, 5 WB)
    • Tuning: 5 Direct Access™ Buttons
  • Capability
    • Radio: AM, FM, WB
    • Clock: Yes
    • Location: Bathroom
  • Convenience
    • Timer Clock: Countdown, off
  • General
    • Design: Shower Radio with hanging strap
    • Day/Night Function: Time: 12 hour system
  • Operating Conditions
    • Water Resistance: yes
  • Power
    • Power Requirements: DC 4.5V
    • Output Power: 200mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)
    • Battery Type: "C" x 3 batteries (Not Included)
    • Battery Life (Approx.): up to 80 hours (with Sony batteries)
  • Speaker
    • Speaker Dimensions: 3 1/8" (77mm)
    • Speaker Type: Mono
  • Hardware
    • Display: LCD

Approximate Dimensions:

  • Width: 5.75"
  • Height: 5.50"
  • Depth: 2.75"

Approximate Weight:

  • Unit: 1.15 lbs
  • Shipping: 2 lbs

Warranty Information:

  • Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer):
    90 days labor / 1 year parts

Footnotes:

  1. Not meant to be immersed in or come into continuous contact with water.

All specifications subject to change without notice.

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Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio
 
4.5

(based on 180 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (110)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (59)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (2)

96%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good sound quality (120)
  • Great reception (106)
  • Durable (97)
  • Lightweight (83)
  • Long battery life (66)

Cons

  • Heavy / bulky (5)
  • Bad reception / weak antenna (4)
  • Heavy (4)

Best Uses

  • Home use (102)
  • Daily use (80)
  • Anywhere (23)
  • Travel (16)
  • Shower (8)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Practical (105), Casual user (16), Enthusiast (9), Gearhead (7), Student (6)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (42)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (56), Yes (19)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Still the best shower radio available!

I've owned a Sony shower radio for many years, and finally the top flex panel cracked and allowed water into the electonics, and it died. But, it lasted many years (10 yrs?)...Read complete review

I've owned a Sony shower radio for many years, and finally the top flex panel cracked and allowed water into the electonics, and it died. But, it lasted many years (10 yrs?) Used it everyday.I had been able to put heavy-duty clear tape over the cracks that developed in the membrane, to prolong the life for about 2 more years. (Cracks developed after years of my fingernails pressing into the plastic membrane switches.The tape repair probably could last forever if you make sure it's solidly taped.And, if you don't have fingernails, you are "golden".)So, I bought another, and it should last 10 yrs or more. I also placed these radios in my vacation rental property-- one in each shower. I've tried cheaper ones-- and found them to be garbage. There are others from [...] -- but they are more expensive and larger, and may not have digital tuning. The Sony is simple, plays AM/ FM / TV and is very sensitive to signals. The antenna is a simple wire which can be moved around anywhere and can stay-put using a suction cup attachment. Don't waste your time or money on another brand-- the Sony design has remained exactly the same for many years, I guess because it works.( And the price has gone down over the years.)

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Beware the antenna

You need to extend and position the wire antenna to get FM stations. That would be OK if you just park the radio in one spot and leave it. Trying to keep the antenna ...Read complete review

You need to extend and position the wire antenna to get FM stations. That would be OK if you just park the radio in one spot and leave it. Trying to keep the antenna properly positioned in the shower is another story.

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5.0

This is my second purchase of this radio

By Sandra

from Pittsburgh, PA

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Durable
  • Good Sound Quality
  • Great Reception
  • Lightweight
  • Long Battery Life

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Daily Use
    • Home Use

    Comments about Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio:

    I keep the radios in my bathrooms as I like to listen to news while I use the bathroom.
    I liked the first one so much that I purchased another. The batteries last forever, sound and clarity is great for such a little radio. It fits on my shelf and requires no plug in.

    Service and delivery comments:

    Radio came in just a few days and in perfect condition.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

     
    5.0

    excellent

    By jack

    from easton,ct

    About Me Practical

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Good Sound Quality
    • Great Reception
    • Lightweight
    • Long Battery Life

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Daily Use

      Comments about Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio:

      great for shower use

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Comment on this review

       
      5.0

      Sony Splash a fine performer

      By sage49

      from Frisco, TX

      About Me Practical

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Good Sound Quality
      • Great Reception
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Bulky

      Best Uses

      • Home Use

      Comments about Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio:

      Good reception from the attached antenna even in a shower enclosure, since the antenna can be moved to improve the signal. I dropped the radio on the shower tiles with no damage.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Comment on this review

       
      5.0

      Great Product

      By Singing in the Shower

      from Virginia

      About Me Practical

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Good Sound Quality
      • Great Reception

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Daily Use

        Comments about Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio:

        I own 2 of these and they get great reception and are durable. Prior to owning this, I went through several cheap shower radios that never had great reception and were "search" for reception. The digital aspect of this eliminated that frustration!

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

         
        5.0

        The best is Portable and Affordable

        By JetMark

        from Los Angeles, CA

        About Me Frequent Traveler, Gearhead, Practical

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Durable
        • Good Sound Quality
        • Great Reception
        • Lightweight
        • Long Battery Life

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Home Use
          • Travel

          Comments about Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio:

          Portable, great sound, and convenience for every room in your home.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Comment on this review

           
          4.0

          Good product for the money

          By Practical

          from Towson, MD

          About Me Practical

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Durable
          • Great Reception
          • Lightweight
          • Long Battery Life

          Cons

          • Not The Best Sound

          Best Uses

          • Daily Use
          • Home Use

          Comments about Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio:

          Perfect bathroom radio. Sound is a little tinny
          do to small speaker. It is a quality Sony product.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Comment on this review

           
          5.0

          Best shower radio. Easy to program.

          By Gino

          from west orange,nj

          About Me Practical

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Durable
          • Good Sound Quality
          • Great Reception
          • Long Battery Life

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Daily Use
            • Home Use

            Comments about Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio:

            Also picks up frequency from my Sirius radio.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Comment on this review

             
            3.0

            Poor FM reception

            By L

            from Chicago

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Good Sound Quality
            • Lightweight
            • Long Battery Life

            Cons

            • Poor Reception

            Best Uses

              Comments about Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio:

              None

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Comment on this review

               
              5.0

              great radio

              By NY Sue

              from Nu Yawk

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Durable
              • Good reception
              • Good Sound Quality
              • Long Battery Life

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Daily Use
                • Home Use

                Comments about Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio:

                This is the third radio I've bought, same one. I have it in three different locations. Easy to operate, I leave it on a shelf in my shower stall and it's been no problem. Nice sound, good reception,not sleek but still I like the look of it.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Comment on this review

                 
                1.0

                Weak Signal on FM Band

                By jmnl

                from New Bern NC

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Durable
                • Good size
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                • poor FM reception
                • Poor Reception
                • Tiny Aerial Inadequate

                Best Uses

                • Daily Use
                • Hang In Bath
                • Home Use

                Comments about Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio:

                I had to return this radio because the tiny little aerial was inadequate for picking up FM stations.

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                Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio

                Sony Splash Resistant Shower Radio

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