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Jensen MCR-100 Cassette Player/Recorder Black

SKU CH-S718-H01KF

Portable cassette player and recorder with one-touch recording, built-in microphone, 3.5 mm headphone jack and 25-hour battery life

  • Battery runtime25 h
  • Media supportedStandard Cassette
  • Speakers3.5 mm, MP3 Player
  • Headphone port3.5 mm
  • Product typePlayback-only Cassette Player
  • Product colorBlack
  • One-touch recording simplifies capturing lectures or memos
  • Built-in condenser microphone records without extra gear
  • Auxiliary input connects phones or MP3 players for mixed-source recording
  • 25 hours battery life powers extended portable sessions
  • Retractable handle and 0.12 lb weight make it easy to carry

Portable Cassette Recorder

The Jensen MCR-100 is a playback-only cassette player and recorder finished in black. It handles standard cassettes and includes a built-in condenser microphone plus an external microphone jack. An auxiliary input jack allows connection to MP3 players or other digital audio sources for recording onto tape.

Simple Setup With Included Adaptor

Operation requires either the supplied 120V AC adaptor or four C-size batteries which are not included. Insert a cassette, connect power, and use the one-touch record button to begin capturing audio. A common issue is attempting to record with low or missing batteries, which causes the mechanism to stall or produce faint recordings.

25-Hour Battery Life

The unit delivers up to 25 hours of continuous use on a fresh set of C cells. This single figure determines whether the recorder can last through a full day of lectures, interviews, or rehearsals without mains power. Users needing longer untethered sessions will find the runtime insufficient.

How it compares

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Price $34.99
Cheaper than about 74% of the 109 comparable items (median $46.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameJensen
Model nameMCR-100
Part number2015
Product typePlayback-only Cassette Player
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Speakers3.5 mm, MP3 Player
Ports & slots
Headphone port3.5 mm
Power
Battery runtime25 h
Power sourceNo
Size & build
Product dimensions20'
Product weight0.12 lb (0.05 kg)
Compatibility
Media supportedStandard Cassette

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the MCR-100 is recording correctly after pressing the one-touch record button?

The automatic level control adjusts input levels for consistent recordings; monitor through the 3.5 mm headphone jack to verify audio quality in real time.

What comes in the box with the MCR-100 and what must I purchase separately?

Includes the 120V AC adaptor and built-in condenser microphone; 4 C-size (UM-2) batteries for portable power are not included.

The MCR-100 lists 25 hours of battery life — which version should I choose for maximum portable recording time?

The single MCR-100 model delivers up to 25 hours on 4 C batteries; no alternate capacity versions exist, so this is the only choice.

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