Teenagers are an extremely active group of people for the most part, and finding a portable radio/CD player that can keep up with them can be a challenge. They drop things, forget where they put things and use things to the very utmost of their ability; in other words, their things wear out quickly.

Consider the challenge to be met with the purchase of the Sony ZS-H10CP heavy duty CD radio boom box. While not indestructible, this portable radio is likely as close as a parent is going to get for their on-the-go teenager. Unlike the smaller technological advances of iPod and MP3 players, the Sony will not break when dropped (no guarantees if from a multiple storied building), won’t crumple when something is dropped on it and yet still brings the great sounds from favorite radio stations or from the CD playing the hottest hits of their favorite singing idol. Even its appearance gives credence to its ruggedness; a protective safeguard bar crosses the top and straddles each end of the boom box.

At only 26 pounds, the Sony ZS-H10CP is truly a portable radio CD player. Since teens frequent the beach often during hot summer months, the dust resistant and water resistant housing will prove to add to the staunch durability of this radio.  While the unit does require the use of 6 “D” batteries, the battery life is quite extensive. To help your teen tote his or her extraneous items such as car keys, additional batteries or their Mp3 player, a large storage area that is found on the back of the unit makes the perfect spot.

It seems there is one feature in particular that teens like in a radio/CD player; volume. The Sony not only has great sound, but delivers it with plenty of volume and resonant bass. The digital tuner disallows drifting from station to station, keeping the tunes clear and continuous. Shuffle play will enable the teen to move quickly to their signature songs; most teens will play these songs over and over again! An added feature is the ability to connect external devices; laptops to Mp3 players to iPods.

Teenagers are notorious for a few things; loud, blaring music and a high energy level. Finding a portable radio/CD player that can deliver the sounds they desire and can keep up with their antics may seem impossible; that is, until you see the Sony ZS-H10CP.