MP3, the audio format that has been the bane of artists and recording industry executives since its development, is now so widely used that the term itself has become synonymous with music. Its low file size and relatively high audio quality has, more or less, turned the MP3 into the next evolution in music storage within the span of a few years. Since its inception, computer giants, (most notably Apple and Creative) have tried to capitalize on the MP3's immense popularity by offering "MP3 Players," devices that offer all the benefits of conventional CD players, but do not require discs, do not have the potential for skipping during playback and have a longer battery life to boot. The latest device to hit the market is JetAudio's iAudio CW300.

Owned by the Korea-based company Cowon Systems, JetAudio has been in the MP3 business since September of 2000. Their previous model, the CW200, won acclaim from such industry-leading websites as CNet and ZDNet, earning an Editor's Choice award from each.

The CW300 will be available in a variety of packages, but each will have the following items in common:

• CW300 Player (128MB or 256MB)
• Software CD
• 1 AA Battery
• USB Transfer Cable
• "Bud-Type" Earphones (Standard or Sennheiser MX400)
• Leather Carrying Case w/ Belt Clip

The basic package, with standard earphones and 128MB of memory, will be offered at a MSRP of $179. With 256MB, the price jumps to $239. For $10 more, either package is available with high-quality Sennheiser MX400 earphones, which normally retail for $20. A remote control will also be offered as a separate device for approximately $12.

JetAudio gets immediate style points for the CW300. The unit itself measures a mere 3.2 x 1.6 x 0.7 inches; a tad longer than three quarters sitting side by side. I have found this to be an excellent size, as it is small enough to be put anywhere, but not so small that you fumble with the buttons. The controls are two wheels on each side: one for volume, the other for song selection. Like a mouse wheel, each one can be depressed, turning them into makeshift buttons for menu navigation and selection. The headphone mini-jack and microphone are on the top of the unit, while the USB port is located underneath, next to the battery slot (it requires one AA battery, included in the package). The liquid crystal display features bright, easy-to-read characters, illuminated by a blue backlight. Physically, the CW300 is designed quite well. My only disappointment comes with the lack of a memory expansion slot.

The true strength of the CW300 lies in its features and customizability. Almost everything about the player, from the startup animation to the text scroll rate and contrast, can be controlled to the smallest detail. Much of this can be done using the player's menu itself. Other changes are done through the JetAudio software, which will be discussed later. Four equalizer presets are available, as well as an additional preset that is user-defined. The time the backlight is illuminated can be adjusted in one second increments, all the way up to fifteen seconds.

Besides being an excellent MP3 player, the CW300 is also a fully functional audio recorder and FM radio, with memory for twenty-four station presets. A function I found to be particularly useful is the ability of the CW300 to record radio broadcasts. I recorded a fascinating discussion of Einstein on National Public Radio, and had it available for playback whenever I wished. This is an interesting feature and a great addition to an already great voice recorder.

But all this is of course gravy, as the primary role of the CW300 will doubtlessly be as an MP3 player, where it excels. I'm not an audiophile, but I do know high fidelity when I hear it, and the CW300 has got it in spades. I was hearing notes that I've never heard before, in songs that I've listened to countless times. I was able to fit about forty songs on my 128MB model, each at a CD-quality 128KBps. Any or all of the information about the track, (artist, title, album, bit rate, filename, and extension) can be selected to scroll across the screen at one of seven speeds.

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