Sony - MZ-R30 Walkman
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Sony MZ-R30 portable MiniDisc recorder and player, released in Japan in 1996, in good physical condition and tested and working.
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Description / Overview
Sony MZ-R30 Portable MiniDisc Recorder WalkmanReleased in Japan (1996), the MZ-R30 is a legendary vintage portable MiniDisc recorder and player. It is highly praised for its iconic vertical Jog Dial, which allows effortless track navigation, title editing, and text entry. Known for its robust, premium metal construction and excellent sound reproduction, this mid-90s masterpiece is an essential, highly collectable piece for any vintage audio enthusiast or Walkman collector.
Brand: Sony
Model: MZ-R30
Type: Portable MiniDisc Recorder & Player (Recording & Playback combo)
Format Support: Standard MiniDisc (MD) (Note: Does NOT support MDLP or Hi-MD)
Audio Compression: ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding)
Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz (Built-in Sampling Rate Converter for 32kHz/48kHz digital sources)
Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz ±3dB
Key Features:
Vertical Jog Dial: For easy track searching and character input/titling.
Digital Synchro-Start Recording: Automatically starts recording when a digital signal is detected.
Digital Mega Bass: Provides deep, dynamic low-end sound.
Shock-Resistant Memory: Built-in buffer to prevent audio skipping under vibration.
Connectivity (Inputs & Outputs):
LINE IN (Optical / Analogue): Combines standard 3.5mm line-in and optical digital S/PDIF input.
MIC IN (Plug-in Power): Supported for external stereo microphone recording.
LINE OUT: Independent 3.5mm analogue line-out jack for home stereo connection.Headphones Jack: Connected via a dedicated remote control terminal.
Dimensions: Approx. 116.5 × 26.0 × 78.0 mm (excluding protrusions)
Weight: Approx. 220g (Body only) / Approx. 265g (Including rechargeable battery)
Power Source:DC IN 6V Jack (via AC Power Adapter)
Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery (LIP-12 / LIP-12H)
Can be powered by 2x AA Alkaline batteries (using the attached external battery case)
Shipping will be done via DHL or FedEx.
Customs information
When shipping internationally, there may be additional costs such as customs duties, import VAT, and handling. These costs are mainly determined by the customs authorities and are usually collected by the carrier upon delivery, but in some cases you may pay VAT during checkout.
Description / Overview
Sony MZ-R30 Portable MiniDisc Recorder WalkmanReleased in Japan (1996), the MZ-R30 is a legendary vintage portable MiniDisc recorder and player. It is highly praised for its iconic vertical Jog Dial, which allows effortless track navigation, title editing, and text entry. Known for its robust, premium metal construction and excellent sound reproduction, this mid-90s masterpiece is an essential, highly collectable piece for any vintage audio enthusiast or Walkman collector.
Brand: Sony
Model: MZ-R30
Type: Portable MiniDisc Recorder & Player (Recording & Playback combo)
Format Support: Standard MiniDisc (MD) (Note: Does NOT support MDLP or Hi-MD)
Audio Compression: ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding)
Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz (Built-in Sampling Rate Converter for 32kHz/48kHz digital sources)
Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz ±3dB
Key Features:
Vertical Jog Dial: For easy track searching and character input/titling.
Digital Synchro-Start Recording: Automatically starts recording when a digital signal is detected.
Digital Mega Bass: Provides deep, dynamic low-end sound.
Shock-Resistant Memory: Built-in buffer to prevent audio skipping under vibration.
Connectivity (Inputs & Outputs):
LINE IN (Optical / Analogue): Combines standard 3.5mm line-in and optical digital S/PDIF input.
MIC IN (Plug-in Power): Supported for external stereo microphone recording.
LINE OUT: Independent 3.5mm analogue line-out jack for home stereo connection.Headphones Jack: Connected via a dedicated remote control terminal.
Dimensions: Approx. 116.5 × 26.0 × 78.0 mm (excluding protrusions)
Weight: Approx. 220g (Body only) / Approx. 265g (Including rechargeable battery)
Power Source:DC IN 6V Jack (via AC Power Adapter)
Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery (LIP-12 / LIP-12H)
Can be powered by 2x AA Alkaline batteries (using the attached external battery case)
Shipping will be done via DHL or FedEx.
Customs information
When shipping internationally, there may be additional costs such as customs duties, import VAT, and handling. These costs are mainly determined by the customs authorities and are usually collected by the carrier upon delivery, but in some cases you may pay VAT during checkout.
Details
Era
After 2000
Brand
Sony
Model
MZ-R30
Multiple models
No
Physical condition
Good
Number of objects
1
Includes
+ Extra item (see description)
Weight
220 g
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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