Sony MZ-RH1 Hi-MD Walkman MiniDisc/MP3 Digital Music Player
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- Combination MiniDisc recorder and digital audio player with CD-quality sound
- Plays downloaded Linear PCM, ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus, and MP3 formats
- Records in uncompressed Linear PCM format; adjustable "on the fly" recording level
- Dynamic normalizer automatically equalizes volume of each recorded track
- Measures 3.45 x 0.68 x 3.45 inches (W x H x D); 1-year parts warranty (90 days labor)
The MZ-RH1 is a digital audio player that can play files downloaded in LinearPCM, ATRAC (ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus) or MP3 format, or which have been recorded onto the device from a live music session. Sony has improved the recording experience with several enhancements. Users can adjust the mode to reflect what they are recording, which could be a live event, their own "jam" session, or even a business meeting - creating crystal clear playback sound. The MZ-RH1 also features different listening modes to complement musical genres and create the right acoustic atmosphere, including "Club", "Jazz" and "Pop".
The MZ-RH1 builds on the success of Sony's earlier MiniDisc players but adds several new features, taking digital audio playback to the next level in the process. The sleek and slim audio player plays digital files downloaded in Linear PCM, ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus, and MP3 formats, but also serves as a pocket-sized MiniDisc recording studio for live concerts and other occasions. The dual functions make the MZ-RH1 extremely versatile, with unsurpassed CD-quality sound and an unlimited storage capacity (each 1 GB MiniDisc holds up to 45 hours of music). In addition, longtime MiniDisc users can now revive their classic MiniDisc audio libraries and upload them to PC using the MZ-RH1 — a much anticipated feature among audiophiles.
Sony has improved the MiniDisc recording experience with several sonic enhancements, including an adjustable recording mode that adapts to the type of event that's being recorded. So whether you're capturing a live concert, a basement jam session, or even a business meeting, you'll enjoy crystal-clear sound that's custom fit to the occasion. The device also boasts several listening modes that match specific genres and acoustic atmospheres, such as "club," "jazz," and "pop." The MZ-RH1 even lets you adjust the mic sensitivity and recording level on the fly, helping you adapt to changing sound levels or audience noise during a concert.
Recognizing that professionals often record in dark environments, Sony added an easy-to-use button array and a backlit display. And thanks to Sony's Hi-MD next-generation formatting technology — which records in the uncompressed Linear PCM format to ensure the same sound quality as the original source — you'll enjoy studio-quality sound time and again. The playback quality is consistently excellent as well, with such features as a dynamic normalizer, which automatically equalizes the volume of each recorded track to a listenable level, and a high-capacity coupling condenser that accurately reproduces the bass.
Additional features include a high-speed USB 2.0 interface, Mac compatibility, an HD digital amplifier, complete PC storage for such files as text documents or JPEG photos, and a switchable headphone/line-level output. The MZ-RH1 comes with a rechargeable battery with a battery life of 19 hours, a set of high-powered headphones, and a remote control for easy listening and playback. And at 3.45 by 0.68 by 3.45 inches (W x H x D), the MZ-RH1 takes up only a tiny amount of space. Finally, the MZ-RH1 is backed by a one-year warranty on parts and a 90-day warranty on labor.
What's in the Box
MZ-RH1 MiniDisc/MP3 player, USB cable, digital optical cable, AC adapter, remote control, carrying pouch, software CD-ROM, user's manual.
Title: Sony MZ-RH1 Hi-MD Walkman MiniDisc/MP3 Digital Music Player
Sales Rank: 30176 in Electronics
Manufacturer: Sony
Model: MZ-RH1, No Operating System
Item Dimensions: 3 pounds
- Great.... while it worked
- I'm a cellist. This product worked for about 2months, then only worked half the time. Slowly, the percentages of working recordings decreased, and it started to make my md's unreadable.
While it worked, the sound quality was excellent; truly cd quality if you have a good mic.
I guess I got unlucky... but what I would like to mention is how… More reviews
- Field recording device, musicians toy ;)
- This thin piece from SONY is really expensive toy for musicians, field recorders and so on. Hi-MD format allows you to record about 32hours of audio. You can upload pictures/data to the disk. Which is amazing. Every HiMD is like flashdrive. It is really intiutive like all other Sony stuff. What is possibly disadvantage is that the supplied software (sonic stage)… More reviews
- Maybe I was wrong, the pundits are right, this device is basically perfect
- I bought this hoping to speed upload of music (and also comedy) that I have on various media (cassette, reel-to-reel, LP) and painstakingly recorded onto standard minidisc using a minidisc deck (JE630).
The range of features is very impressive. I particularly liked the ability to choose bit rate for conversion when transferring via sonic stage to Hi-MD. This enabled me to store… More reviews
- perfect!!!! almost, but darn close.
- the only downside to this player is without the remote, you cannot scroll through the album menu, you have to fast-forward through each and every track on the entire minidisc. and with 25 albums on one disc, it can be frustrating. but with the remote, it's awesome. very sleek and stylish. i love the feel of the metal casing and… More reviews
- Geat sound. Beautiful design.
- I read all the reviews and, since Sony has stopped production, decided to buy this expensive toy before it disappears from the market. The sound is excellent (I listen to classical music and opera,) even if the player is connected to AA battery-powered, cheap Sony speakers (SRS-T55). The Sony MZ-RH1 is small, easy to operate, and very elegant looking. I agree, Sonic Stage… More reviews
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