Sharp MD-MT15S Portable MiniDisc Player/Recorder

from: Sharp
Sharp MD-MT15S Portable MiniDisc Player/Recorder
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Product Description:
The MD-MT15's lightweight and compact body is just about the size of an MD case. Its size and lightweight design make it ideal for the active music enthusiast. Just slip it into your pocket and take it wherever you go. Enjoy long hours of music listening on the go. The MT-MT15 operates on two AA batteries (not included), providing you with up to 15 hours of non-stop playback and up to 7.5 hours of non-stop recording. Digitally record your favorite music from various sources, including CD players and satellite broadcasting tuners. The MD-MT15 uses the latest 6th generation 24-bit ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding) for high-precision digital audio reproduction. Other features include: 10-second shock-resistant memory, 3-mode digital X-BASS (Extra Bass) system, editing functions and text input for MDs.

Amazon.com Product Description:
Sharp's MDMT15 minidisc player provides 7.5 hours of recording and 15 hours of playback from a single NiMH battery or two AA batteries. You can digitally record your favorite songs from various sources, including CD players and satellite broadcasting tuners, thanks to the sample rate converter. Then, play your selections back in 24-bit ATRAC sound. The Sharp MDMT15 also features editing functions and text input for your minidiscs.

The compact design, about the size of a minidisc case, features a clamshell opening mechanism. There is a three-mode extra-bass system and 10-second antishock memory so your music won't skip if the player is jarred or knocked about. Headphones, an AC adapter, an RCA connection, and carrying case are included.

Sharp offers a one-year warranty on parts, 90 days on labor.

Features:
  • Minidisc player/recorder with clamshell opening mechanism and 24-bit ATRAC sound
  • 7.5-hour recording and 15-hour playback capability with batteries
  • Sampling rate converter allows multisource recording
  • Compact design slips into your pocket
  • Runs on 2 AA batteries or a single NiMH battery


Customer Reviews
Average Rating: out of 5 stars
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars - A decent, inexpensive field recorder
Since this unit has been discontinued for a couple of years now, I'm not sure anyone is even reading this review!For those of you who are, all I can say is that I have three of these, all bought on eBay for about $60.I use them for recording local choirs and also for recording the rear two audio channels when I do surround-sound recording with my HDV camcorder on documentaries.

I had expected by this time that I would be switching to some elegant solid-state audio recording solution, ... Read More

Rating: 3 out of 5 stars - Price gouging????
I bought a Sharp MD MT15 from Circuit City in August 2000.I paid $179.99 for it.There is absolutely no difference between that unit and the one shown here.Why is this one so expensive?

As far as the product goes, it was a very handy tool for a working musician.I kept it in a padded, waterproof container in my briefcase.It worked great for 4 years, then it suddenly quit working in July 2004 for no apparent reason.I got a "TOC Error" on every single disk that I loaded.I might ... Read More

Rating: 1 out of 5 stars - MISLEADING PRICE
I saw this unit listed for 49 dollars used. None to be found! I am so sick of misleading ads!

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - A great little player
I've had this player for almost 3 years now and it still works great.It has good battery life, it's moderately easy to use, it makes good recordings too.The headphones that come along with it are really awesome too.They feel great and have a good sound too.The piece of plastic that clicks when you adjust them broke, but that was after extended use.

I guess I kind of don't like the bulkiness of it, but back when I had it that was about the standard thickness.It's not that great looking ... Read More

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - A great little player
I've had this player for almost 3 years now and it still works great.It has good battery life, it's moderately easy to use, it makes good recordings too.The headphones that come along with it are really awesome too.They feel great and have a good sound too.The piece of plastic that clicks when you adjust them broke, but that was after extended use.

I guess I kind of don't like the bulkiness of it, but back when I had it that was about the standard thickness.It's not that great looking ... Read More

 
 
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