This is an original Sony MZ-E700 Portable MiniDisc Player, part of Sony’s highly regarded MD Walkman range from the early 2000s. The MZ-E700 was introduced in October 2000 and was positioned as a compact, premium playback-only MiniDisc machine. The example shown is the silver version. Its slim metallic body features the classic SONY and Walkman branding on the front, together with the distinctive sculpted central decorative window. The back is marked “Made in Japan” and “Personal Disc Memory – Portable MiniDisc Player.” Features & Specifications Model: Sony MZ-E700 Type: Portable MiniDisc / MD Walkman player Introduced: October 2000 Made in: Japan Colour: Silver Playback: Standard MiniDisc plus MDLP Personal Disc Memory: Can remember individual settings associated with discs Variable playback speed: approximately 80–110% Sound adjustment: multiple bass and treble settings G-PROTECTION: shock-resistant playback system AVLS: Automatic Volume Limiter System Dimensions: approximately 78 × 14 × 72 mm Weight: approximately 85 g for the player alone.