RADNYD Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 I just bought a Pocket POD. I know it says not to use rechargeable batteries, but has anyone tried? Does it harm the unit? It seems to me that the only issue would be that Rechargeables have a different discharge curve than alkaline batteries, but that would at worst shorten the use between recharges. Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil_m Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Many rechargeable batteries don't have the same initial charge as alkaline batteries. That's the issue, I believe. Personally, I think you're better off simply picking up the power adapter and plugging to Pocket POD in when you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RADNYD Posted January 17, 2014 Author Share Posted January 17, 2014 The power adapter is a bit inconvenient when you are on stage and already have guitar and headphones connected (at least that's what I'm planning to do). Unlike alakaline batteries, the voltage on a rechargeable drops more so before the current capacity expires, which for digital devices, may cause them to stop working sooner than with a Alkaline. I'd be willing to try rechargeables, as long as it won't damage the Pocket POD or void the warranty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arislaf Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 I use rechargeable batteries on pocket pod about 3 years already, nothing happened so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RADNYD Posted January 17, 2014 Author Share Posted January 17, 2014 Well that's good to know. How much usage time do you get on a charge? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arislaf Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 About 6-7 hours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leon_meertens Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 hey,i use my pocked pod with rechageables 3 years now,i just bought better once,cost a little more,but low self discharge and very very long use time i use Sanyo AA NIMH 1.2 v 2700 mAhi charge once a week at 1 to 2 hours playing a day so i believe its save,in my un expert eyes that is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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