With most new flash-based MP3 players not offering expansion options, Lexar has taken things into their own hands by releasing a bare-bones player powered by SD cards. At $49.99 without any bundled cards, the LDP-200 supports MP3, WMA, Microsoft DRM, and also works as an SD card reader. If you’ve already got a lot of SD cards lying around and want a cheap little player, this could be the ticket. If not, you may want to shop around; a little more cash will get you a lot more flash.

Lexar LDP-200 Reviews

Livedigitally reviews the Lexar LDP-200 and write - ‘Lexar’s LDP-200 is well suited for the newbie who wishes to get into portable MP3 audio, without committing serious funds. College students with smaller music collections, and wishing to avoid being heart broken when they lose their Apple iPod Color which retails for $450 should look at this player. Overall, the Lexar LDP-200 player has one major thing going for it- price. For $49, plus the cost of a memory card, there really is nothing else out there. I’ve recently seen 1 GB memory cards on sale in the $60 range, so for just over one hundred bucks total, you can have a 1 GB MP3 player, with a screen. I don’t know of anything else with that kind of capacity in that low price range. The nice blue screen, included quality earbuds, and standard AAA battery power sweeten the deal.’

CNET Reviews reviews the Lexar LDP-200 and gives it a ‘Good’ rating. They write - ‘It’s not spectacular, but the LDP-200’s simplicity and reasonable price tag make it a great choice for MP3 newbies and for those with extra SD cards. Uses removable SD cards for storage; supports DRM-protected WMA files; easy to use for novices.’

Lexar LDP-200 Press Release

From the Manufacturer
Ideal for consumers looking for a compact, easy-to-use digital music player, the Lexar LDP-200 offers a convenient and simple user interface, versatility and portability. Music is stored on SD memory cards (cards are optional) and accessed using the player’s SD card slot–providing users with unlimited storage capacity. Using multiple SD cards, users can create favorite music playlists, and manage entire music libraries stored on removable SD cards. For added flexibility, the LDP-200 also serves as an SD Card reader, making it a handy data transfer device. The LDP-200 is powered by one AAA battery, which provides over 10 hours of battery life.

Lexar LDP-200 Features

User-selectable play mode (10-second intro, normal)
USB 2.0 High Speed for fast downloads
Supported formats: MP3, WMA, WMA DRM, Janus DRM when available

Lexar LDP-200 Specs

Product type– Flash player
Digital player supported digital audio standards– MP3
Mfr estimated battery life– 10 hour(s)
Audio system built-in display– LCD
Remote control– None
Slot(s) provided– 1 x SD Memory Card

What’s in the Box
Lexar digital music player, earbud headphones a lanyard/necklace, a USB extension cable, a user’s manual, and warranty information.

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