Sony MZ-NH1 Net MD/Hi-MD Walkman Portable Minidisc Player/Recorder

converts MP3, WMA, and WAV files to ATRAC, ATRAC3, or ATRAC3plus format for MiniDisc playback * stores music or data to Hi-MD media (a 1GB Hi-MD disc stores up to 45 hours of music at 48 kbps) * remote keep watch over with backlit, 3-line LCD and Vertical Jog Dial * lightweight magnesium body * USB (1.1) interface (USB cradle/charging stand included) *
This stylish, versatile player sports a sturdy, all-Magnesium construction, and allows you to store up to 45 hours of digital music and bring it with you on a single, skip-free, 1 GB Hi-MD MiniDisc that holds far more songs than traditional MiniDisc media. With Sony’s advanced ATRAC3plus compression, more audio files can also be burned to Hi-MD media or for that matter, to a standard MiniDisc. Music can also be compressed to 132, 105, 66, 64 or 48 kbps (kilobits per second), so You’ll be able to store more music or record at higher fidelity. By compressing at 48 kbps, users can enjoy 45 hours of music on one Hi-MD disc or 13 hours of music on one standard, 80-minute MiniDisc.

Along with ATRAC3plus format compatibility, the Walkman is compatible with MP3, WMA, WAV, and ATRAC3 audio formats. When you need to record, the USB connection delivers burn rates at up to 100x for your MP3s and CDs. A handy Jog Dial provides easy navigation, and SonicStage and MD Simple Burner Application software means that you can group your tunes and customize your playing environment.

This player also includes line-in functionality for a line, mic, or mini analog optical inputs, and a USB-in port, as well as a handy USB cradle, for easy PC connection and charging the included rechargeable battery. You’ll be able to also get such niceties as headphone volume keep watch over along side the included set of headphones. And, the player’s 3-line LCD display provides album, artist and song title information on a clean, single screen. You’ll be able to even store data from your computer, such as documents and presentations, on this player via its USB interface.

NOTE: The MZNH1’s recording features and bundled software don’t seem to be compatible with the Mac OS operating system.

What’s in the Box:
Sony MZNH1 Hi-MD Mini Disc Walkman, 3-line backlit LCD remote with jog dial, removable Lithium Ion rechargeable battery, battery carrying case, USB cradle, AC adaptor, digital cable, headphones, SonicStage software CD-ROM with MD simple burner application, USB cable
Store up to 45 hours of music on a Hi-MD MiniDisc
Sturdy, all-Magnesium construction
Includes backlit LCD tuner/remote with editing functions
Skip-Free G-Protection technology
NOTE: The MZNH1’s recording features and bundled software don’t seem to be compatible with the Mac OS operating system.