Sony CMT-HP7

This compact stereo system follows the Sony excellent sound quality... However, the overall quality of the manufacturing is very low. Why? Because it is not made in Japan, that it gave Sony in the past the high reputation of quality control and components. This unit is made in China. It will never be the same. Knowing that components and craftsmanship over there are cheaper and low quality.

That's why I share the same frustrating issue of the CDs stock in the component. It is unbelievable that I had to bang the system hard in order to get my five CDs back!! And by my surprise I got two CDs together and was able to get the other ones. I still have it, has and excellent sound quality but I would never put a CD in the system, as well I would never buy a Sony or other Japanese brand manufactured in China!!

My husband & I love listening to music as we work. We have several CD's that when we play repeat the same songs four or five repeatedly. These are CD's that havde 10 to 12 songs and it won't reset.

Overall great unit until cds jammed reading "mechanical error" & "disc 2 eject" but with no response Quick Fix: Unplug unit - take off left side panel (6 screws) Blow out dust from inside unit (why not while its open?) Plug in and switch to CD. While screen reads "initializing" reach in and tap the clear plastic covering the drive mechanism while pressing the eject button on the identified problem disc. disc will come out with enough "hard" tapping. Repeat as necessary for the balance of stuck discs. Put back together. Only use 2 or 3 screws since you probably will have to do this again in the future.

I have found that over the 7+ years i have owned this system that it has been flawless.. I use it every day for CD's and AUX. Never had any of the problems aforementioned by everyone else, the sound quality is sensational, A FANTASTIC PURCHASE! :)

I am sorry to say but sony no longer stands for quality for it was known for. Although I bought my hi-fi system a while ago, it developed mechanical error twice in less than 12 months so from the comments I have been reading so far, it seems sony must have been aware of the mechanical fault associated with this particlar hi-fi system. Otherwise, why are the majority of the people complaining of the same problems? When I bought, it was not cheap because I had the notion I was buying 'quality', so I thought. Little did I know that it will last for less than a year. I have bought other sony products and have been consistently been sorely disappointed. It is such a rip off and only God knows how many other people are experiencing the same problems. Unfortunately for me, the same problems came up again after the warranty period therefore was not able to replace it. I play the radio but that's about it. Such a waste! I have vowed to stay clear of anything sony and will never recommend it to any one because I think they have basically lowered their standard in terms of 'quality'.

BEWARE Sony CMT-EH15 Micro Hi Fi System: I bought TWO of them. CD player stopped working after two months in BOTH units. This is the SECOND sony CMT-EH15 I have had. I returned the first and was given a replacement. Same problem again and a wasted money. Feel totally ripped off !!! The only reason I buy a brand name like Sony is because I assume i can rely on the quality of their product. This product has completely underminded my confidence in the Sony brand because it happened with TWO consecutive seperate identical models of the product. Check online for other buyer experiences before buying any of their product to avoid throwing away your time and money.

The Sony CMT-HP7 is a great hi fi but the mecha error is crap

My CD's get stuck as well. All I do is push the open CD button on the Sony CMT-HP7 and bang on the top till it pops down and the CD exchanger opens. Not a great solution, but I'm able to get my CD's out at least. I loved the random play feature of this unit, but since the CD's keep getting stuck I can't use it any more. Anyone have any solutions for fixing the problem or is it time to trash it?

Excellent sound quality and reliability as always from Sony. The bass is outstanding considering it is coming from such a small yet sleek hi-fi. Overall i love it and i will keep it for as long as it works as i think it is an excellent piece of engineering.

Sony CMT-HP7 plays 5 CD, Repair bills yearly or more , Mechanical errors Will never buy Sonly again!!!!