Omron Sprague Rappaport Stethoscope, Black

Reviews of Omron Sprague Rappaport Stethoscope, Black

1.) Surprisingly nice for the price.
Reviewed by: datskat Waynesboro, Pennsylvania United States
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My old faithful *insert high end company name here* first stethoscope from nursing school died on me after three years. I ordered this model with modest expectations, and I was very pleasantly surprised at the quality of the product. Having relatively "rookie" ears, I'm very pleased at the quality of the acoustics of this little fella. Lung sounds have never been clearer, and I can pick up a murmur from six feet away. Well, the last part is a bit exaggerated, but you get the idea.

I give this little guy two thumbs up.

2.) Best tool for the job.
Reviewed by: Hellhammer Houston, TX
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I bought this stethoscope a couple of months back, its the best purchase. It has really good acoustics, very accurate when taking blood pressure. I recommend this to anyone who wants to get something good and cheap.


3.) great product
Reviewed by: svchw VA, USA
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We are using this stethoscope at home to monitor the growth of the little human being in my wife's belly. Combined with the Omron Sphygmomanometer it can also measure the blood pressure and heart rate of adult people. This combination is really great and way more accurate than the electronic blood pressure measurement equipements that are usually much more expensive. I highly recomment this product and the Omron Sphygmomanometer. Learning how to use them is fairly easy if you have normal hearing ability.

4.) Good Value
Reviewed by: Cook, Chemist, Nurse Rochester, NY USA
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While not a top of the line stethoscope this is a good quality instrument for the price of $11.00. It is a bit bulky but also sturdy. Working well for me after a year's use. It comes with a kit of spare parts, most usefully the diaphragms which are subject to cracking.

5.) Good product, great sound!
Reviewed by: A.Duff Scranton, PA
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I'm currently nursing student and I bought this product to take my blood pressure/heart sounds exam. I was kind of reluctant to purchase this one because I thought the price was really cheap, therefore it couldn't be that good a stethoscope. I was really wrong. I can hear perfectly through this stethoscope, even more so than the one's we have in our nursing lab. I would suggest this to anyone interested in a stethoscope at a low price.

6.) Exactly what I was looking for!
Reviewed by: Purdey Cambridge, MA USA
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Wanted a spare stethoscope that worked well and wasn't expensive. This one works better than the expensive one I originally bought as a med student! Great quality, affordable price.

7.) Stethescope
Reviewed by: Adman St. Louis, MO
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Excellent product well made, lots of options. far superior to what I had before

8.) Great for the price
Reviewed by: academician NY
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Great scope for the price. It looks OK done, a little heavy and akward to carry on the neck but you can hear stuff well. I am a medical student and I am happy with the purchase.

9.) Practical
Reviewed by: K. alqasim Saudi Arabia
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I'm a resident doctor in surgery and I bought this stethoscope after I lost my littman stethoscope.
Its price is very reasonable compared to others with a great quality,
If you think about how these things are work, it is very simple so no need to spend very much on them.

voice is very clear, unless you are someone who is not used to use stethoscopes!
the only backside is that the diaphragm is sensitive but you get extra replacment in case it get damaged.

10.) Great stethoscope
Reviewed by: Matthew Colston
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This stethoscope is great quality and very cheap, sounds are loud and clear. I'm glad is came with some soft eartips cause those hard ones really make my ears hurt.

11.) Works great! Heard fetal heartbeat.
Reviewed by: Liz
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This stethescope works great. I am shocked at the other reviewer who said they couldn't even hear their own heartbeat - they definitely need to read the instructions because they are doing something wrong. We bought this to hear our baby's heartbeat in the womb, and we were able to. It helped that I knew where on my stomache to look, because when we finally heard it, it was VERY faint. You have to listen extremely carefully. Good luck!


12.) Super Duper for all uses-especiallyy peds
Reviewed by: Lil Sissy erie,pa
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Compare prices for this scope at other site. No complants - greatest lil scope for every use especially kids, Now if I could only keep everyone from trying to steal it at work.

13.) Stethoscope
Reviewed by: Nicole Merli
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This is a great quality stethoscope for the price. I can hear what I need to very clearly.

14.) I Like It!!!
Reviewed by: The Ambulance Man Los Angeles
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I just got it in the mail today and quick and reliable shipping, I can auscultate lung sounds and heart beats very clearly, will definetely use these in my EMT training, THANKS!!

15.) worked great!
Reviewed by: Jo Stockton
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im not going into the medical field. this was definitely an impulse buy. i was worried about my dogs coughing which gave me the urge to purchase this to listen to his lungs and heart. received the item a day after the last possible day it shouldve arrived. anyways, this stethoscope works great, wish i only knew how to cure whatever my dog has.

16.) Just what the Doctor ordered!
Reviewed by: Bodhi Speaks Los Angeles
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This Stethoscope is worth every one of the $11 i paid for it... and i mean that in a good way! All i wanted was to be able to hear my new baby's heartbeat and i can. it's perfect. i read all the reviews, a couple of whiners out there didn't like it, but if you aren't a nurse or doctor and won't be relying on this to make a living, you'll be happy you bought it. if you are, i'd be curious to hear what you think about it.

17.) an ordinary mom, kid with asthma, works fine
Reviewed by: Abies Portland, OR
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This helps me hear my daughter's lungs if I'm worried about her asthma. I've never had a stethoscope before, but this one is just fine, from what I can tell. I can her her lungs very well, and she enjoys listening, too.

18.) Omron Sprague Rappaport Stethoscope
Reviewed by: A. Halsted
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A high quality product I would have expected to pay a higher price for. It's as good as what your doctor wears.

19.) Stethoscope review
Reviewed by: Frank Rinaldo District Heights, MD
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Omron Sprague Rapp. Stethoscope was and is a very good product for home use, I have seen them used in medical facilities, I am satisfied with it, better that I previously owned.

20.) Stethoscope review
Reviewed by: JCJ
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Functions as a stethoscope should function, impressive look and feel, and at a very inexpensive price.

21.) Great value and performance
Reviewed by: George D. Warfield
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This is a quality product and a great value for the price. Highly recommend it.

22.) good buy
Reviewed by: K. Qian
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it is such a good stethscope. I used it for my nursing school. perfect. do not need to buy the expensive ones.

23.) Stethescope
Reviewed by: GAIL Talford
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Excellent product and value. Just what the professional would need; a durable, reliable piece of equipment that is also professional in appearance.

24.) GOOD QUALITY and GOOD PRICE
Reviewed by: Mommy of 2 under 2 Knightdale, NC
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I am sure that you will not find such good quality for a good price anywhere. If you are a student or experienced professional you will still be glad you purchased this stethescope. It's the real deal. I do not plan on purchasing a new one for 15 years. Invest now.

25.) MD, Dima
Reviewed by: D. Matsiukevich
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One feeling - Decent product for low price. Amazon is the best; I surfed through other websites looking for the same thing and found it 3 times more expensive.

26.) Great stethoscope for children to pretend play
Reviewed by: skincare guru charlotte, nc United States
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I did not purchase this stethoscope for medical purposes. The price was so good, I purchased it for my children. It is very durable and great for play. I would recommend something like this instead of a cheap fisher price model. My father-in-law was an EMT and looked the stethoscope over. He too agreed it is was well-made and had great sound.

27.) Just as good as my own doctor's!!
Reviewed by: Buffy Joseph Barberton, Ohio
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Heart trouble? Keep a pro's eye on it by purchasing ths item! The service is great as well!

28.) Omron Sprague Rappaport Stethoscope
Reviewed by: Whidbey lover Whidby Island, WA
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Did not purchase for professional use; however, I find no fault with this instrument. Very clear sound and exactly what I was looking for at a reasonable price. Thanks Amazon!

29.) Perfect doctor's costume accessory!!!
Reviewed by: Mike Famico Marblehead, MA
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This was a huge hit at the Halloween party I went to. No one could believe that I had an actual stethoscope. Great for those "hey, let me check your pulse" moments!!

30.) Awesome product!!
Reviewed by: Becky B Indiana
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I love my stethoscope! It was at a very reasonable rate and it was worth every penny paid. I would consider paying more for the same product!

31.) good even for young kids as a toy
Reviewed by: gayle Texas
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i gave this to my 5-yr-old who loves using the doctor's when we're at the clinic. she recommended this one because of ease of use, durability, and the low price. i totally agree! he loves listening to everyone's heartbeat and wears it around all the time.

32.) great starter equipment
Reviewed by: Ro
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Looking forward to this new career, and went with this one, and I am very happy with it.

33.) Boom boom, boom boom.
Reviewed by: joey d Portland, Oregon
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Listen to your heart beat. Your lungs breath. Your actual life. It's cool.

34.) a bit bulky and heavy
Reviewed by: P. Do California
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This stethoscope has very good sound quality, and an assortment of bells to listen to different things.

However, the tubing feels somewhat bulky and inflexible, and can get in the way sometimes. The stethoscope is a good deal heavier than others. It doesn't come with a bag!

35.) Stethoscope for general use
Reviewed by: chathcock Phoenix, AZ United States
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This is a chinese made copy of a low tech. medical instrument. As a copy it is 20% of what I paid 30years ago for a similar stethoscope. I am not a cardiologist but,to me, as an otolaryngologist it appears to satisfactorily transmit and amplify pulmonary, cardiac, and bowel sounds for general evaluation of these organs. The tubing has taken on a mild twist from prolonged storage, the instrument doesn't hang straight from the user's neck but this is cosmetic and perhaps not all would display this mild problem. The tubing is soft and the workmanship is the equal of a similar stethoscope I purchased in the 1970's.

36.) Good Deal
Reviewed by: Aventine Xavier Orange County California
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This is a good deal in that for the money it is a considerably good stethoscope. Good means here that it has a nice clear sound and a quality feel in the hand. One drawback is the ear piece sets that come with it. None fit at least my ears in a comfortable manner. But then again, I'm not using it to listen to music so what the heck.
Again, a good value all around.

37.) Great for a cheap stethoscope
Reviewed by: Matthew N. Wilson
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If you're looking for a basic stethoscope, this model is fine. My only complaint is that the earpieces are not very comfortable, otherwise they do the job...

38.) Works well
Reviewed by: John
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Good quality and able to auscultate well. Can hear breath sounds and heart murmurs without difficulty. Much cheaper than Classic II.

39.) Great for the price
Reviewed by: pharmacy student extraordinaire Baltimore, MD
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This was much cheaper that the version sold through my school and works just as well!

40.) Great for the money
Reviewed by: DAVE9500 USA
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I'm a medical professional that uses a stethoscope occasionally. I've tried other Sprague Rappaport steth knock offs and were not impressed. I found this brand through a review article comparing different types of steths.

This model is great and rivals some of the other "cardiology" model stethoscopes out there. Heart sounds are clear and crisp.

The only disadvantage is that their are two tubes the sometime rub together creating artifacts but you can get used to that after time.

41.) Great for students!
Reviewed by: Corey M. Shay Pennsylvania, USA
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I needed an inexpensive stethoscope for a few classes I'm taking. This sprague was exactly what I was looking for. For an extremely low price I got a decent instrument that gets me the results I need. The sound level produced could be louder, and the extra head attachments aren't of much use, but hey it was under 8 bucks. Way better than I expected for that price.
If in the course of my new job I find that I need a stethoscope on a regular basis I will upgrade to a more professional model, but for now I'm quite happy with this one.
Also, shipping was super fast. Overall a very good experience.

42.) omron sprague rappaport stethoscope
Reviewed by: lynne md farland, wi.
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A good product, but a bit bulky It is difficult to check my own blood pressure, because of the added features, but I manage with my nursing background.I prefer an all in one unit but was unable to get one with accuracy.

43.) Affordable, Slightly uncomfortable
Reviewed by: M. Fernandes USA
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I use this for home blood pressure testing. It does it's job though I couldn't imagine wearing this all day since its it very tight and hard on the ears after a long time.

44.) Curious about stethoscopes !
Reviewed by: Ludraman Ireland
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This sounds good to me - but what would I know ! It is a little painful in your ears though.

I read a scientific review of stethoscopes and this one came out near the top, alongside very expensive models.

45.) Faint but good
Reviewed by: Tracie Byrd
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I received this product on time and it worked perfectly. It does however seem like there is a tangle in the thingy but it is from where it was inside of the package. As far as hearing is concerned...its ok...if everything is quite a faint heart beat can be heard. But, my son was screaming from the top of his lungs and I could hear just fine. I do recommend this product for people that are just starting out or for someone that is looking for something less expensive for a class or something like that. By the way, I received my products on the EXACT day of the invoice.

46.) A really good steth for the price
Reviewed by: R. Kansal Philadelphia, PA
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I used this and compared it to the Cardio 3. This is a pretty good steth for general use, and beginners who dont want to shell out 150+ for superior stethescopes.

47.) Stethoscope
Reviewed by: -Captain- Indianapolis, IN
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This stethoscope works very well and you can't beat the price for this quailty (& durability). My only complaint is the interchangeable earpieces. They are very uncomfortable when used for long periods of times. Other than that they are more than suitable for quick check ups.

48.) Satisfied with my product.
Reviewed by: E. Cramer Lakeland, FL USA
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[..] go here if you're having any issues using your stethoscope. It doesn't come with these 'instructions' but I figured out how to use it just fine without. My hopes in getting this product was so I could hear my fetus' heartbeat. #27 weeks when I recieved it# You run into pretty much the same issue you would any other accoustic stethocope, which is low volume of sound, but if you follow instructions carefully and coimpletely, you should have no problem hearing from it. Other reviewers are right, you've got to be patient. I was able to hear my Little One's Heartbeat, followed by hearing his kicks and then he moved to my spine, so I couldn't pick anything else up. If you don't have the ear pieces in correctly, then you can't hear a thing.
I would recommened this stethocope to others, a great quality stethoscope for the price. #My baby just kicks it#

49.) It works
Reviewed by: If your flamable and have legs, your never blocking a fire exit Inland North West
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For the price, it's pretty sweet. It does pick up some ambient noise, but not as much as others I've used. It's rugged, so you can leave it in your pack until you need it, toss it around, it's ok to get banged up abit. It comes with a couple sets of ear plugs, neither are all that comfy, but they're not going to perforate your ear drums (In theory?)

50.) My opinion
Reviewed by: ana TX, USA
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The price is very good in comparison with the other stetescopes and the quality is acceptable. Of course it is not a stetescooe for a specialist!

51.) Surprisingly Clear 'Beater' Stethescope, Uncomfortable to Wear
Reviewed by: Livin' life by the drop Omaha, Nebraska United States
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I am a first year nursing student and although I bought a Littman Classic II SE, I was concerned about it growing legs and walking off while in clinical or lab. Based on the famous "For Us Docs" stethescope review from 2008 that you can find online, I picked up this steth for ~$24.00 here on Amazon to use instead.

Pros:

- This stethescope IS surprisingly clear for apical auscultations and taking blood pressures. My Littman may be a bit louder, but I think that it sounds muddy or boomy. This Omron Sprague is clear.
- The steth does NOT have the tunable diaphragm like the Littmann, which I think is a plus. A normal dual-head steth, I find, is easier to use: you
don't have to worry about changing pressure while listening to a patient to hear the high or low noises.
- The blue color that I chose is actually a darker, less toy-like looking color, which is nice. I wouldn't be embarrassed wearing this in a hospital.
- Very flexible in terms of accessories: Adult and Peds diaphragam and bell attachments switch out quickly. There is even an infant bell, and three types of eartips. The accessories all come in a little plastic folding holder, which is cheap but useful.
- Actually feels like its built fairly well.

Cons:
- The double lumen tubing is stiff and doesn't bend easily enough to accomadate various positions during an exam.
- The double lumen has what appears to bea permenant kink due to being folded into the box for sometime.
- The accessories are cheap - the various bells are just cheap plastic (but what do you want for the low price?)
- Here's the BIG one for me: its extremely uncomfortable to wear! The mushroom eartips are worthless, the hardplastic tips did not block out ambient noise well enough, and the clear rubber tips stuck too far into my ear canals. It was literally quite painful!
- The scope will get heavy over the course of a 12 hour shift.

All-in-all, this scope is usable as a last resort. And its cheap enough that if it gets 'borrowed' the owner wouldn't be too angry. Useful for basic auscultations for students, but its too uncomfortable (for me) to be used for any length of time. I will send this back and get a refund, and go with a GRx or ADG, etc. Or get the Littmann engraved with my name.
I would seriously consider getting one that is a bit more expensive for the comfort issue alone.


***Update 3-8-10***
I decided to hang onto this scope and mess with it. I straightened out the tubing by letting it soak in extremely hot water for 20 minutes (not immersing the head), then letting it hang so that the weight of the head would align the tubing. I also put on some soft ear tips from a Prestige Medical Sprague I had laying around and voila! It went from a kinked, uncomfortable scope to one that is actually pretty nice to use. Is it the best scope out there? No, however for the price and clear acoustics, it's not too bad (especially for students!) Just be prepared to give it a little TLC to get it into tip-top shape! I even used a little Armor All I had in the garage to coat the tubing and protect it a bit. Hope this helps!

52.) Tube not flexible enought
Reviewed by: Dragon CA, USA
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This stethoscope is well built so I think it will last long. However, the design of the tubing is flawed. It has two tubes from your ears connected directly to the diaphrame housing. I think this design is for reliability to avoid a T joint. But, it makes the tubes unflexible to turn or twist.

I don't have other stethoscope to compare the sound quality. But, mechanically, it is not very comfortable to use.

53.) Ok product
Reviewed by: A. Pinkston
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Heartbeat is not as loud as I was expecting but you can still hear it. Some of the ear tips hurt!

54.) Decent, but you get what you pay for
Reviewed by: Reader Savant
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This is a decent stethoscope, but definitely doesn't stand up to some of the better models. Fortunately, it get's the job done for what it's needed for. The earbuds are a little rough, but the weight gives it a solid feel.

55.) Not sure why this got great reviews!
Reviewed by: funfunkyfantastic Everett,Wa
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I have this stethoscope for my medical assisting class. It's what the program provided us with. I'm sorry, but you can't hear much at all through this stethoscope. I've adjusted and readjusted it and it still just barely conveys any sound at all. It is absolutely terrible for taking blood pressure with. I'm looking for something better quality for use out in the field!

56.) Not great
Reviewed by: Jessi Frenzel Irving, TX United States
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Positives:

-Affordable

-Decent color (I chose the dark green)

-Seems pretty sturdy

Negatives:

-Painful to use (the best ear tips were the mushroom tips, and it also helped to adjust the ear pieces as recommended in the instructions)

-Heartbeat was very quiet. I got this stethoscope to try to hear my baby's heartbeat in the womb, but I doubt I would ever find it, even if I wait a month or two, because my own heartbeat was so quiet. My 4 year old's heartbeat was loud, but for both me and my husband it was very quiet.

I decided to return this stethoscope and I'll either get a entry-level Littmann or an inexpensive fetoscope.

57.) Can barely hear our own heartbeats
Reviewed by: Tor Eckmond Edmond, OK
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We bought the unit to hear our kid's heartbeat in the womb, but can bearly even hear our own heartbeats with the unit. Would not recommend it.

58.) Disappointed
Reviewed by: nursing novice South Carolina
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I bought this stethoscope with high hopes after reading all the positive reviews others left. I was rather disappointed however. The stethoscope does it's job, but definitely is not the same quality as a Littman or other name brand. Would be fine for home use, but not recommended for professional use.

59.) nice price for junk
Reviewed by: doctor says washington
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Bulky and stiff earcups.
Sound is awful.
Almost inaudible and useless item.
I gave it to the kids to pretend
they are nurses. Buy something else.

60.) poor sound
Reviewed by: Tamar I.
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Sound quality is poor. ear pieces are uncomfortable. Will give to the kid to play with.

61.) Terrible
Reviewed by: knife's edge N.C. by way of TX
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Can only hear heartbeat on the anterior side, directly above it. Cannot use at work and overpriced for a toy.

62.) Too uncomfortable
Reviewed by: Maja Vita Austin, TX United States
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It is so uncomfortable, I couldn't even give it to my toddler to play with. I could hardly hear her heart beat with this stethoscope. Item was returned to Amazon and got a full refund. Kuddos for Amazon svc!!

Features of Omron Sprague Rappaport Stethoscope, Black

A 5-in-1 multipurpose Quintscope, the Omron Sprague Rappaport - Type Stethoscope is designed for flexibilty of clinical needs, sound performance, and affordability.

1.) Latex FREE tubing and chrome-plated chestpiece;
2.) Includes: three sizes of open bells, two sizes of diaphragms, and two pair of eartips, all in a vinyl storage case;

Package Height x Length x Width: 9.7 in. x 9.7 in. x 4.9 in.
Package Weight: 0.7 lbs.

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