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Title: AC / voltage problems - NJB3 in Australia
Post by: stunt_show on August 31, 2003, 12:28:16 AM
Hi there,

I am in Australia - looking to buy a NJB3, but they sell (new) for upwards of $650 AUD which is about $425-450 USD!

I would prefer to buy online from the USA, but would like to know how I get around the voltage differences between America and Australia.

Can someone please suggest the best option/s here for me?  If I bought the NJB3 from Australia, not a problem, but the cost is way too high...

Thanks, looking forward to a couple of replies.

Regards,

stunt_show
Title: Re:AC / voltage problems - NJB3 in Australia
Post by: stunt_show on August 31, 2003, 12:34:23 AM
I've just checked updated prices on the NJB3 in Australia (as I thought I was being a little modest with what I said they were worth)...

They're actually selling for up to $900-1000 AUD = $600 USD or more, and that's just for the 20GB version....you can get it from some online stores in Australia (www.mp3direct.com.au) for about $780 AUD = $500 USD...

Now, do you see why I am looking to the USA for assistance?!?  ;D
Title: Re:AC / voltage problems - NJB3 in Australia
Post by: Lee on August 31, 2003, 01:18:10 PM
my guess would be to buy one from the states and pick up one of those international voltage adaptors for travelers- you know, the ones that convert british/european/australian plugs to american outlets.
Title: Re:AC / voltage problems - NJB3 in Australia
Post by: Brian Skalinder on September 02, 2003, 12:02:58 AM
my guess would be to buy one from the states and pick up one of those international voltage adaptors for travelers- you know, the ones that convert british/european/australian plugs to american outlets.

Exactly.  Not sure what AC format Oz is on, but I picked one up for using while in the UK and it cost me a whopping USD$20 or some such.  Easy, cheap solution seeing as you can get a much better deal on the JB3 here.

If you can't find a US-based online retailer who processes/ships international orders and competitive prices to boot, drop me a PM and I may be able to help out.
Title: Re:AC / voltage problems - NJB3 in Australia
Post by: F.O.Bean on September 02, 2003, 12:57:57 AM
my guess would be to buy one from the states and pick up one of those international voltage adaptors for travelers- you know, the ones that convert british/european/australian plugs to american outlets.

Exactly.  Not sure what AC format Oz is on, but I picked one up for using while in the UK and it cost me a whopping USD$20 or some such.  Easy, cheap solution seeing as you can get a much better deal on the JB3 here.

If you can't find a US-based online retailer who processes/ships international orders and competitive prices to boot, drop me a PM and I may be able to help out.

thats right, cause brains the shiznit....he'll help out in any way im sure 8)
Title: Re:AC / voltage problems - NJB3 in Australia
Post by: RRobar on September 02, 2003, 11:53:28 AM
What one are you looking at? the 10gb or 20gb, ect? Walmart has one for under $200 USD.
Title: Re:AC / voltage problems - NJB3 in Australia
Post by: RRobar on September 02, 2003, 01:41:07 PM
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.gsp?cat=3983&dept=3944&product_id=2144129&path=0%3A3944%3A3983%3A4532

Since people we asking I wanted to confirm for myself and it was indeed $179.99. I'm not looking for one but maybe our friend in Australia would want to send some cash paypal and enough shipping I'd pick one up for ya.
Title: Re:AC / voltage problems - NJB3 in Australia
Post by: Kindguy on September 02, 2003, 02:34:17 PM
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.gsp?cat=3983&dept=3944&product_id=2144129&path=0%3A3944%3A3983%3A4532

Since people we asking I wanted to confirm for myself and it was indeed $179.99. I'm not looking for one but maybe our friend in Australia would want to send some cash paypal and enough shipping I'd pick one up for ya.

That's the Jukebox 2. You want the #3.
Title: Re:AC / voltage problems - NJB3 in Australia
Post by: RRobar on September 02, 2003, 09:05:49 PM
Sorry all. See what happens when someone who knows nothing about the nomads trys to help ;D
Title: Re:AC / voltage problems - NJB3 in Australia
Post by: Kindguy on September 02, 2003, 10:45:35 PM
t+ :)