I got a japanese r30 a few years ago with a bundle of ~130 discs for $50 (I really miss those days of cheap minidisc paraphernalia). It's certainly a solid unit, I swear it could be a blunt murder weapon. It sounds great and has one of the faster mechs, detecting and seeking on discs very quickly.
just found my old mz-r30 i bought when i was a soldiet in Bosnia/ex-yugoslavia back in the 90`s It has not been used at all for 20+ years. I was curious and plugged it in, battery is dead, but otherwise it works perfectly. What a quality product :-D
Just making the video on the one I bought, needed to watch these two videos to remind me how to record to it. Thank you 🙏🏻. I will mention your channel in the video and add the channel link in the video description. Thanks again 🤗
This was the device I owned back in the day. I worked a summer job to afford an MDS-JE700 stereo deck and an R30 walkman. It took me through my years at the university, working flawlessly - until it took a bath in Coca-Cola which killed it, probably through some acid corrosion on the extremely integrated circuit board. I ultimately replaced it with a Creative MP3 player. But no matter how good the MP3 file was, it couldn't match the R30's sound quality. This goes to show that a decent output amp is really worth something.
@@CBitsTech it depends on the MP3 codec really. When the LAME mp3 encoder reached maturity in ~2002, it was able to achieve transparent audio quality at variable bitrate setting with 224-256 kbps average. But: mp3 wasn't a gapless format (which sucked for live albums unless you had a player that could do some trickery) and its fixed blocksize meant that the codec sometimes chose a too low bit allocation for transient signals within a given data block. But by 2002, ATRAC had also evolved into ATRAC4, offering 1GB HiMD with lossless audio, standard compression and LP2/4. MD was ultimately not driven out by mp3 per se, but the harddisk iPod and the ability to flawlessly extract audio and burn it on the PC.
I prefer digital media that I actually own (not rent from Google or Apple), but it's harder to get than physical media. The rental model does give more opportunity to try new music though. PS. Sorry for the late reply, been very busy for weeks.
My MZ-R30 has an adaptor for 2 AA batteries. Not sure why the PSU was 6v. Perhaps this is needed for charging, or perhaps they just used the same charger as other devices and dropped the voltage internally. The machine does NOT have MDLP, only SP and Mono. Unfortunately, the buttons on the front and beside the display no longer work. I think the display is much better than most of the later ones.
It's a shame yours isn't working. I agree, the display is very good. Yes, the 6V charger is for charging the 3.7V battery. SP only is a shame, but Line Out is very handy sometimes.
I forget to mention that the built-in clock is only for time-stamping recordings. It does not have a clock display. Mono mode is useful for doubling recording time for things like audio books where stereo isn't needed. These days i use an R501 which has MDLP, but a disappointing display.
Agreed, some smaller players don't have very good displays. I like my MZ-N707 for the display. I bought some discs (video goes live Friday week) and some had mono music on them to double the playtime. Mono is really noticeable, but for books it would be ok. I can't see the point in time stamping recordings, not for music.
As for time-stamping recordings, it has a mic input as well as line, so you might want to time-stamp a live recording. In think the H-MD recorder time-stamps recordings as well. I'm deaf in 1 ear, so mono is better as I don't miss the sound from the deaf size!
Ah, yes, for voice recordings, office meetings etc, time-stamps make a lot of sense. I often listen to podcasts (on my phone) with one earbud; and mono would be handy for that otherwise one person seems too quiet.
On the point of bbc, i think they did use them mostly for recording with journalists i assume. My dad brought me an MZ R30 home from the bbc in which he works today actually 😂. Its in pretty good condition too. Early birthday gift i guess.
just picked one of these up for 55 bucks on ebay. Very cracking review indeed, I enjoy your videos a lot. Here is hoping mine is as functional as yours!
@@CBitsTech I did in fact acquire mine, and for $50 usd I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but it was pretty internally trashed. The classic lazy battery issue, with severe damage to the power supply of the board, including some traces eaten right out of the PCB by the hydroxide. I can't see why the laser, carriage, erase-head, outer case or perhaps some other internal mechanisms can't be used in another unit though. If you need any parts for one of your machines. I'd be happy to send some over.
@@hgrunt100 That's very kind of you, although I doubt I'll ever be good enough to swap out those components. Sounds like you've been really unlucky with that one. Usually, if there's battery corrosion that's bad it discolours the outside on the unit too, so I usually avoid those.
@@CBitsTech That's understandable, but should you ever want to take a crack at it, just let me know. And yeah, that was the surprise was how nice the exterior was. No indicators of that leakage at all, or perhaps the seller had cleaned the outside up very carefully to disguise what would have been more obvious. Shame really, since I actually appreciate the design of this Recorder more than most of the early 2000s styles
@@hgrunt100 Will do, thanks. If the unit you bought was sold as not working then there's nothing you can do really. I like the look of these units too, they look 'functional' with all the buttons on display, unlike some of the later players with minimal buttons. Too heavy for portable use though, IMO.
Yup, I have the MZ-R35 which is presumably the next version along. It looks almost exactly like the R30 and they both take the Sony battery case EBP-MZR4, and that holds two AA cells and screws into that centre threads between the gold contacts. It's grey plastic and doesn't match at all well, but is a backup when the big 1350 mAh Li-ion fails. I use my MD alongside a portable WiFi speaker and I really love it. I could send photos of you like.
I found one in the electronic dumpster at work, is it worth keeping? Got to get hold of a adapter to see if it even starts up! Where to find minidiscs for it if it turns out to work properly? Unfortunately I haven't found the battery for it...
Sorry for the delay in replying. Yes, it's worth keeping. You can buy 3rd party adapters that will work from Amazon and other shops. I have shot a video about third party adapters but haven't had a chance to edit it and upload it yet. Subscribe and click the notification bell icon, the adapter video will be one of the next few I upload. Regarding the battery, I think it's unlikely you'll need a 3.6v LIP-12(H) compatible one. There are some on Amazon and Ebay for around £20 to £25 but I have only used my original. Don't throw away recorder/player, sell it on ebay untested of you don't want it. Thanks.
I bought the MZ-R35 in 1999, loved that recorder. Sadly my brother borrowed in and I never saw it again. I was thinking of buying a used one on Ebay, but really don't have any use for it now, apart from nostalgia.
I just bought an R50 without any bids for 42€ !!!!! IT IS THIS OLD AND METAL TOOOOOO ?! I could not tell which year it was because I was betting on selling it again if I dont find good music and cheaper MiniDiscs at all to get some of my music and new music to listen too. There is even the battery adapter included. Hope it works. Got my first MiniDisc with Synthwave, my favourite pre recorded genre when spotify dont count.
Good price if it's working. Is it the large size one? I think there's a large R50, and a smaller more portable one. I like a little synthwave sometimes, but prefer mostly old-school pop. You can get used Minidiscs as a bundle for around €1.50 each (on eBay.co.uk anyway). If you don't like the music, you can add your own.
Just unearthed one of these going through my late father-in-laws old bits of tech equipment. He was a folk dance caller and back in the day he favoured making minidisc compilations with all the dance tunes on them that he needed. I guess they were better for not skipping when people got enthusiastic dancing on bouncy wooden village hall floors. I have yet to find the battery for this and test it but it looks mint and has the battery pack you clip on the side. My 11 year old has started using his DHC-MD373 hooked up to some old Goodmans speakers and loves the big sound she is getting playing CDs on it. There's a hifi separate Sony MD player to dig out too plus no doubt somewhere lots of discs with folk music on them. I never got into the format myself at the time it was popular but I can see the attraction of it. I might sell some of his equipment and keep others. Is ebay the best place to sell?
That's an interesting find. Sorry for your loss though. I prefer eBay as the place to buy and sell because of the buyer and seller protections. Facebook might work too, but I'm not a fan. Thanks for the comment, and good luck!
@@CBitsTech hi thanks. Have had another root around and found all the minidiscs. About 100 of them. Half of which are very organised sets of folk dancing tunes. Found a Sharp MD-D10 and a Sony MZ-1 & ECM MS907 MIC. All look good and to be tested.
Hi. Here's the link I worked from forums.sonyinsider.com/topic/29620-guide-to-getting-your-net-md-walkman-working-on-windows-10/ I also gave some more information in my most recent video here th-cam.com/video/loYd27dOwdA/w-d-xo.html Thanks for the comment.
I got one in the box today for £57 with a minidisc rack that holds 60 discs, 30 used minidiscs and 3 brand new unopened Sony Premium minidiscs. I'm also very happy.
That was an excellent deal. Lucky you. Thanks for your comment. I mentioned your comment in my latest video th-cam.com/video/loYd27dOwdA/w-d-xo.html if you're interested.
Good question! I didn't even notice it. It didn't seem to function as a cut-off switch, so I did a bit of Googling and found this on an Amazon listing (item no longer available) "its just a mechanical indicator so when they have charged switch over to red dot and then when dead switch back so if you have multiple batteries you know the state of use." Does it play anything (even with the screen off)? If not, your battery could be completely dead (although mine does work) and I suspect it could be your charger. Do you have a multimeter to check the voltage at the tip? You need 6V centre positive. This is the aftermarket one I use for mine. Make sure you get the 2250mA one. www.amazon.co.uk/PIFCO-ELA1136-2250-Adaptor-Black/dp/B078H4FHFP Good luck!
@@CBitsTech hey thanks for the reply. It look like I can see faded screen when I tilt the player so maybe it's the ribbon cable. And the player runs from the external battery back. I must get my hands on a proper charger and try the batter first. Thank again. Great channel 👍
You could be right about the ribbon cable. It could also be low power, I guess. I agree, proper charger is the first step. Thanks for your kind comment. Sadly, with the kids doing home schooling during lockdown, I just don't get time for new videos. I will get back into it as things begin to return to normal (I hope). Stay safe. Thanks.
Thanks. I did subsequently look at how to get it open. I can't figure out whether it's clipped shut, welded or glued. Since it's my only one and does actually work, I have no intention to dismantle it. Maybe if I get another one day, or this one stops working.
Thanks for subscribing! It's hard to get new videos done at the moment, but I will continue. Mint R30s are hard to find. They're good robust players, even my (original) battery still works. Thanks.
Here's how to get Sonic Stage working. It's V4.3 I think. You might have to create an account to access the Sony Insider forums, but that's free. Regarding cleaning, for the case of the player I use a multisurface cleaner like Mr Sheen, and a microfibre cloth. Spray the cleaner on the cloth, then wipe the player. Turn the cloth to a dry part and buff the player. Looks good, smells good. Does that help?
It's nice, but very powerhungry. Many MD players could play almost 30 hours on a single AA battery, while these machines could play for... 2 hours I think, and that's on 2 AA batteries.
@@CBitsTech Yes, but there is an attachment that connects to the unit that holds two AA batteries. I can not read the model of the attachment; it is written on a dark surface and too small to read. It does connect on the end of the unit.
Wow! These things bring back old memories! The archival life on these MiniDiscs are incredible! I pulled out my MZ-RZ30 from storage and fired it up and all the MiniDiscs sounded exactly how it did back in the mid 1990's! Do not use the adapter that was modified, it is the incorrect voltage, you might as well get an original adapter (AC-MZ60A)! 👍 😎 Cheers! Oh, just in case you want to know more about this awesome gadget: www.minidisc.org/r30_manual/MZ-R30e.htm
> and all the MiniDiscs sounded exactly how it did back in the mid 1990's! If you have them in optimal storage conditions they would even play perfectly in hundreds of years. Though I'm not sure about the devices to play them. I dare to say magneto-optical discs (and the MD is one) are the most reliable digital storage medium ever made!
Thanks for the comment (sorry for the delay). I did get a third party mains adapter, a multiviltage one, and I've been using it a lot lately making lots of playlist discs. It's nice to know that I have them for as long as I have a player for them, but I also use them almost every day. Oh, and I already had a User Manual, but the one you linked to is in a better format, thanks.
I got a japanese r30 a few years ago with a bundle of ~130 discs for $50 (I really miss those days of cheap minidisc paraphernalia). It's certainly a solid unit, I swear it could be a blunt murder weapon. It sounds great and has one of the faster mechs, detecting and seeking on discs very quickly.
That was a good deal! Even in the last year since I started collecting, prices are up at least 50%. Wish I had bought more so I could sell them now 😀
just found my old mz-r30 i bought when i was a soldiet in Bosnia/ex-yugoslavia back in the 90`s
It has not been used at all for 20+ years.
I was curious and plugged it in, battery is dead, but otherwise it works perfectly.
What a quality product :-D
Great to hear. Replacement batteries are less than £20 on eBay, but I haven't tried them. Enjoy!
Just making the video on the one I bought, needed to watch these two videos to remind me how to record to it. Thank you 🙏🏻. I will mention your channel in the video and add the channel link in the video description. Thanks again 🤗
Hi. Thanks very much! I look forward to watching your video.
I recently bought one of these and then saw this video, will help me a lot. Thanks 🤗
Thanks. They're nice units. Tricky not to overwrite earlier recordings though.
This was the device I owned back in the day. I worked a summer job to afford an MDS-JE700 stereo deck and an R30 walkman. It took me through my years at the university, working flawlessly - until it took a bath in Coca-Cola which killed it, probably through some acid corrosion on the extremely integrated circuit board. I ultimately replaced it with a Creative MP3 player. But no matter how good the MP3 file was, it couldn't match the R30's sound quality. This goes to show that a decent output amp is really worth something.
Oh no! A terrible sticky end to a lovely player. MP3 was more convenient, but not as good.
@@CBitsTech it depends on the MP3 codec really. When the LAME mp3 encoder reached maturity in ~2002, it was able to achieve transparent audio quality at variable bitrate setting with 224-256 kbps average. But: mp3 wasn't a gapless format (which sucked for live albums unless you had a player that could do some trickery) and its fixed blocksize meant that the codec sometimes chose a too low bit allocation for transient signals within a given data block.
But by 2002, ATRAC had also evolved into ATRAC4, offering 1GB HiMD with lossless audio, standard compression and LP2/4. MD was ultimately not driven out by mp3 per se, but the harddisk iPod and the ability to flawlessly extract audio and burn it on the PC.
And the ability to download (legally and illegally).
@@CBitsTech that too. Although I am a person that prefers to actually own the physical medium like the CD or LP 🤷🏼♂️
I prefer digital media that I actually own (not rent from Google or Apple), but it's harder to get than physical media. The rental model does give more opportunity to try new music though.
PS. Sorry for the late reply, been very busy for weeks.
My MZ-R30 has an adaptor for 2 AA batteries. Not sure why the PSU was 6v. Perhaps this is needed for charging, or perhaps they just used the same charger as other devices and dropped the voltage internally. The machine does NOT have MDLP, only SP and Mono. Unfortunately, the buttons on the front and beside the display no longer work. I think the display is much better than most of the later ones.
It's a shame yours isn't working. I agree, the display is very good.
Yes, the 6V charger is for charging the 3.7V battery.
SP only is a shame, but Line Out is very handy sometimes.
I forget to mention that the built-in clock is only for time-stamping recordings. It does not have a clock display. Mono mode is useful for doubling recording time for things like audio books where stereo isn't needed. These days i use an R501 which has MDLP, but a disappointing display.
Agreed, some smaller players don't have very good displays. I like my MZ-N707 for the display.
I bought some discs (video goes live Friday week) and some had mono music on them to double the playtime. Mono is really noticeable, but for books it would be ok.
I can't see the point in time stamping recordings, not for music.
As for time-stamping recordings, it has a mic input as well as line, so you might want to time-stamp a live recording. In think the H-MD recorder time-stamps recordings as well. I'm deaf in 1 ear, so mono is better as I don't miss the sound from the deaf size!
Ah, yes, for voice recordings, office meetings etc, time-stamps make a lot of sense.
I often listen to podcasts (on my phone) with one earbud; and mono would be handy for that otherwise one person seems too quiet.
On the point of bbc, i think they did use them mostly for recording with journalists i assume. My dad brought me an MZ R30 home from the bbc in which he works today actually 😂. Its in pretty good condition too. Early birthday gift i guess.
Thanks for the confirmation.
What does your dad do at the BBC? If you don't mind me asking?
How long ago did he give you the MD player?
just picked one of these up for 55 bucks on ebay. Very cracking review indeed, I enjoy your videos a lot. Here is hoping mine is as functional as yours!
Thanks very much. It's usually a very reliable player/recorder. Did you get yours yet? Let me know how it goes.
@@CBitsTech I did in fact acquire mine, and for $50 usd I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but it was pretty internally trashed. The classic lazy battery issue, with severe damage to the power supply of the board, including some traces eaten right out of the PCB by the hydroxide. I can't see why the laser, carriage, erase-head, outer case or perhaps some other internal mechanisms can't be used in another unit though. If you need any parts for one of your machines. I'd be happy to send some over.
@@hgrunt100 That's very kind of you, although I doubt I'll ever be good enough to swap out those components.
Sounds like you've been really unlucky with that one. Usually, if there's battery corrosion that's bad it discolours the outside on the unit too, so I usually avoid those.
@@CBitsTech That's understandable, but should you ever want to take a crack at it, just let me know.
And yeah, that was the surprise was how nice the exterior was. No indicators of that leakage at all, or perhaps the seller had cleaned the outside up very carefully to disguise what would have been more obvious. Shame really, since I actually appreciate the design of this Recorder more than most of the early 2000s styles
@@hgrunt100 Will do, thanks.
If the unit you bought was sold as not working then there's nothing you can do really. I like the look of these units too, they look 'functional' with all the buttons on display, unlike some of the later players with minimal buttons. Too heavy for portable use though, IMO.
Yup, I have the MZ-R35 which is presumably the next version along. It looks almost exactly like the R30 and they both take the Sony battery case EBP-MZR4, and that holds two AA cells and screws into that centre threads between the gold contacts. It's grey plastic and doesn't match at all well, but is a backup when the big 1350 mAh Li-ion fails. I use my MD alongside a portable WiFi speaker and I really love it. I could send photos of you like.
Thanks for the info. Rather than photos, why not upload a short video to you channel and put a link here?
I found one in the electronic dumpster at work, is it worth keeping? Got to get hold of a adapter to see if it even starts up! Where to find minidiscs for it if it turns out to work properly? Unfortunately I haven't found the battery for it...
Sorry for the delay in replying. Yes, it's worth keeping. You can buy 3rd party adapters that will work from Amazon and other shops. I have shot a video about third party adapters but haven't had a chance to edit it and upload it yet. Subscribe and click the notification bell icon, the adapter video will be one of the next few I upload. Regarding the battery, I think it's unlikely you'll need a 3.6v LIP-12(H) compatible one. There are some on Amazon and Ebay for around £20 to £25 but I have only used my original. Don't throw away recorder/player, sell it on ebay untested of you don't want it. Thanks.
I bought the MZ-R35 in 1999, loved that recorder. Sadly my brother borrowed in and I never saw it again. I was thinking of buying a used one on Ebay, but really don't have any use for it now, apart from nostalgia.
If you still have your discs, it might be worth buying one to listen to those again.
I just bought an R50 without any bids for 42€ !!!!! IT IS THIS OLD AND METAL TOOOOOO ?! I could not tell which year it was because I was betting on selling it again if I dont find good music and cheaper MiniDiscs at all to get some of my music and new music to listen too. There is even the battery adapter included. Hope it works. Got my first MiniDisc with Synthwave, my favourite pre recorded genre when spotify dont count.
Good price if it's working.
Is it the large size one? I think there's a large R50, and a smaller more portable one.
I like a little synthwave sometimes, but prefer mostly old-school pop.
You can get used Minidiscs as a bundle for around €1.50 each (on eBay.co.uk anyway). If you don't like the music, you can add your own.
Just unearthed one of these going through my late father-in-laws old bits of tech equipment. He was a folk dance caller and back in the day he favoured making minidisc compilations with all the dance tunes on them that he needed. I guess they were better for not skipping when people got enthusiastic dancing on bouncy wooden village hall floors. I have yet to find the battery for this and test it but it looks mint and has the battery pack you clip on the side. My 11 year old has started using his DHC-MD373 hooked up to some old Goodmans speakers and loves the big sound she is getting playing CDs on it. There's a hifi separate Sony MD player to dig out too plus no doubt somewhere lots of discs with folk music on them. I never got into the format myself at the time it was popular but I can see the attraction of it. I might sell some of his equipment and keep others. Is ebay the best place to sell?
That's an interesting find. Sorry for your loss though.
I prefer eBay as the place to buy and sell because of the buyer and seller protections. Facebook might work too, but I'm not a fan.
Thanks for the comment, and good luck!
@@CBitsTech hi thanks. Have had another root around and found all the minidiscs. About 100 of them. Half of which are very organised sets of folk dancing tunes. Found a Sharp MD-D10 and a Sony MZ-1 & ECM MS907 MIC. All look good and to be tested.
@@harveyjones5027 MZ-1! That's the first model ever made. Don't sell it too cheap. You should shoot a video for TH-cam for them. Nice find!
Great video, question - Do you have a link to get Sonic Stage for Windows 10? I've tried for years and just couldn't seem to get it working. Thanks
Hi. Here's the link I worked from forums.sonyinsider.com/topic/29620-guide-to-getting-your-net-md-walkman-working-on-windows-10/
I also gave some more information in my most recent video here th-cam.com/video/loYd27dOwdA/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the comment.
Now that is cool!
I just picked one up in the box along with 3 mz r 70s for £85 with 3 brand new disc's I'm very happy 🙏😎🙏
Very nice. Solid players, and good for recording in original SP mode.
I got one in the box today for £57 with a minidisc rack that holds 60 discs, 30 used minidiscs and 3 brand new unopened Sony Premium minidiscs. I'm also very happy.
I used to own the MZ-R37. Yesterday I bought a new MZ-M200 1gb for $75 at a pawn shop. It's worth $1000 on ebay😊
That was an excellent deal. Lucky you. Thanks for your comment. I mentioned your comment in my latest video th-cam.com/video/loYd27dOwdA/w-d-xo.html if you're interested.
I have the same. And have the battery adapter you're missing :-)
I've seen one on TH-cam and some on eBay. Pretty big. I'm glad my internal battery works.
Great vids. I just got one but the screen isn't working and battery not charging. Quick question what's the slider button on the battery for?
Good question! I didn't even notice it. It didn't seem to function as a cut-off switch, so I did a bit of Googling and found this on an Amazon listing (item no longer available) "its just a mechanical indicator so when they have charged switch over to red dot and then when dead switch back so if you have multiple batteries you know the state of use."
Does it play anything (even with the screen off)? If not, your battery could be completely dead (although mine does work) and I suspect it could be your charger. Do you have a multimeter to check the voltage at the tip? You need 6V centre positive. This is the aftermarket one I use for mine. Make sure you get the 2250mA one. www.amazon.co.uk/PIFCO-ELA1136-2250-Adaptor-Black/dp/B078H4FHFP
Good luck!
@@CBitsTech hey thanks for the reply. It look like I can see faded screen when I tilt the player so maybe it's the ribbon cable. And the player runs from the external battery back. I must get my hands on a proper charger and try the batter first. Thank again. Great channel 👍
You could be right about the ribbon cable. It could also be low power, I guess. I agree, proper charger is the first step. Thanks for your kind comment. Sadly, with the kids doing home schooling during lockdown, I just don't get time for new videos. I will get back into it as things begin to return to normal (I hope). Stay safe. Thanks.
The rechargeable battery in this model has a lithium ion 18650 cell inside. It could easily be refurbished.
Thanks. I did subsequently look at how to get it open. I can't figure out whether it's clipped shut, welded or glued. Since it's my only one and does actually work, I have no intention to dismantle it. Maybe if I get another one day, or this one stops working.
Nostalgie !!
I have subscribed to your channel, I have the same device and I bought it when it was new, still works and battery is still good. And is near mint.
Thanks for subscribing! It's hard to get new videos done at the moment, but I will continue.
Mint R30s are hard to find. They're good robust players, even my (original) battery still works.
Thanks.
Hi 'I have windows 10 'how do you get sonicstage 3.4 how do i get mine up and running ? What do you use to clean the MD player ? .
Regards
Paul
Here's how to get Sonic Stage working. It's V4.3 I think. You might have to create an account to access the Sony Insider forums, but that's free.
Regarding cleaning, for the case of the player I use a multisurface cleaner like Mr Sheen, and a microfibre cloth. Spray the cleaner on the cloth, then wipe the player. Turn the cloth to a dry part and buff the player. Looks good, smells good. Does that help?
PS. This video might help, but don't spray the cleaner directly onto the player. th-cam.com/video/iMlZCt-moiY/w-d-xo.html
This MZ- 30 SONY ...Is good MD...
I think so.
It's nice, but very powerhungry. Many MD players could play almost 30 hours on a single AA battery, while these machines could play for... 2 hours I think, and that's on 2 AA batteries.
I HAVE A BATTERY PACK THAT FITS THIS MODEL AA'S ARE USED.
Thanks. I subsequently saw an AA adapter on eBay and youTube. It takes two AAs doesn't it?
@@CBitsTech Yes, but there is an attachment that connects to the unit that holds two AA batteries. I can not read the model of the attachment; it is written on a dark surface and too small to read. It does connect on the end of the unit.
@@CBitsTech SONY EBP-MZR4 External battery case adapter minidisc MZ-R30
@@rumplesteel9884 Thanks very much!
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Wow! These things bring back old memories! The archival life on these MiniDiscs are incredible! I pulled out my MZ-RZ30 from storage and fired it up and all the MiniDiscs sounded exactly how it did back in the mid 1990's! Do not use the adapter that was modified, it is the incorrect voltage, you might as well get an original adapter (AC-MZ60A)! 👍 😎 Cheers! Oh, just in case you want to know more about this awesome gadget: www.minidisc.org/r30_manual/MZ-R30e.htm
> and all the MiniDiscs sounded exactly how it did back in the mid 1990's!
If you have them in optimal storage conditions they would even play perfectly in hundreds of years. Though I'm not sure about the devices to play them. I dare to say magneto-optical discs (and the MD is one) are the most reliable digital storage medium ever made!
Thanks for the comment (sorry for the delay). I did get a third party mains adapter, a multiviltage one, and I've been using it a lot lately making lots of playlist discs. It's nice to know that I have them for as long as I have a player for them, but I also use them almost every day. Oh, and I already had a User Manual, but the one you linked to is in a better format, thanks.
I wouldn't use Sonicstage !!!! Sonic stage is pure crap!!!!!! I have 12 minidisc and all have line in
Coffee !
Wrong video 😁
thats a big one