Sony MZ-N1 is Sony's first NetMD Type-R DSP MDLP MiniDisc recorder equiped with high quality DSP Type-R with world's longest playback time of up to 100 hours in LP4. Unit is smaller and lighter than previous MZ-R909. Revolutionary NetMD feature allows high speed (SP 2-4X/LP2 16X/LP4 30X faster than realtime) transfer of sound and text data between PC and MD through OpenMG Jukebox software (same copyright protection software used on Sony Memory Stick player see OpenMG). Improved liquid crystal LCD panel that displays 3 lines of text. Redesigned stick remote displays Kanji (Chinese characters) and performs index search functions. Light and durable Magnesium casing. Equiped with new Group Function and G-Protection. Also comes with recharging stand with onboard USB connection.
NOTE: The features below are available for previous Sony recorders but are not mentioned for N1.
Unit's RAM is a "Name Bank" that stores up to 600 characters of frequently used words for fast editing and titling. "Joint text" operation allows direct digital text dubbing when connected to CD player through optional connector (RK-TXT1), records CD TEXT automatically. Unit can edit disc while playback and recording. Easy index search function in remote control to retrieve desired songs quickly. "Personal Disc Memory" to remember sound setting for up to 20 different discs. Preset sound of up to 64 different possible combinations. 7 Step speed/tempo control for playback (good for language study and recording industry).
NetMD (SP 2-4X/LP2 16X/LP4 30X)
DSP Type-R
Redesigned remote
Group Function
Index search in remote
"One Touch Disc Ejection"
Personal Disc Memeory
7 Step Speed Control
"Name Bank" stores frequently used words
Synchronized recording for digital, analog, and mic
Alarm Clock
Mic plug-in power
G-Protection anti-shock memory
Recharging/USB stand
Accessories LCD remote, recharging stand, headphone, NiMH cell, AC adapter, AA cell case, carrying case, instruction manual, warranty card.
Colors: Silver / Blue
Max playback / record / recharge time: 73/87/100
28/42/50
3.5 hours
Dimensions: 78.7 (W) x 71.8 (H) x 16.9 (D) mm
Weight: 117g (including NiMH battery)
Intro date / production: 12.01 / 30,000
Prices: Open price
Review: N/A
Links: Sony's Japanese press release
Sony's Official Japanese page
Special note(s): N/A
Boy am I glad I waited on the R909! Minidisc technology comes out so fast, it just...rules!
When's that Treo supposed to come out again?
NOTE: The features below are available for previous Sony recorders but are not mentioned for N1.
Unit's RAM is a "Name Bank" that stores up to 600 characters of frequently used words for fast editing and titling. "Joint text" operation allows direct digital text dubbing when connected to CD player through optional connector (RK-TXT1), records CD TEXT automatically. Unit can edit disc while playback and recording. Easy index search function in remote control to retrieve desired songs quickly. "Personal Disc Memory" to remember sound setting for up to 20 different discs. Preset sound of up to 64 different possible combinations. 7 Step speed/tempo control for playback (good for language study and recording industry).
NetMD (SP 2-4X/LP2 16X/LP4 30X)
DSP Type-R
Redesigned remote
Group Function
Index search in remote
"One Touch Disc Ejection"
Personal Disc Memeory
7 Step Speed Control
"Name Bank" stores frequently used words
Synchronized recording for digital, analog, and mic
Alarm Clock
Mic plug-in power
G-Protection anti-shock memory
Recharging/USB stand
Accessories LCD remote, recharging stand, headphone, NiMH cell, AC adapter, AA cell case, carrying case, instruction manual, warranty card.
Colors: Silver / Blue
Max playback / record / recharge time: 73/87/100
28/42/50
3.5 hours
Dimensions: 78.7 (W) x 71.8 (H) x 16.9 (D) mm
Weight: 117g (including NiMH battery)
Intro date / production: 12.01 / 30,000
Prices: Open price
Review: N/A
Links: Sony's Japanese press release
Sony's Official Japanese page
Special note(s): N/A
Boy am I glad I waited on the R909! Minidisc technology comes out so fast, it just...rules!