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36 reviews
Old but still good tech
These are frequently sold without the remote control, but it doesn't matter all functions still work without it.
High points
it has x4 longplay in stereo (74min disc will hold 296mins)
Analogue and digital recording, when using the optical fibre cable to do digital recording from CD it even separates the tracks. I know this is all possible with mp3 but not with this quality.
For me you can't beat having physical versions of audio data.
Only low is this doesn't have netMD otherwise a very nicely presented bit of equipment.Read full review...
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: 1BeBTNZgTUC@Del...
usually a reliable product
this unit is usually a reliable product, but unfortunately this particular unit failed after three days use.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: retro-electro-ltd
Best way to access your old Mini Disc collection.
Best choice if you are trying to salvage old MiniDisc recordings and want a simple easy to use deck. Note that it only has a phono output - there is no separate headphone jack. You will need an amplifier. In my case I connected it directly to a Zoom recorder to make digital copies.Read full review...
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: big_deal_mk
Sony MDS-JE480 Minidisc deck
Super bit of kit, just updated from a well-used 440. Ideal medium for storing and even editing music, excellent sound quality (digital cloning!!), don't really know why they never caught on, were a bit pricey when brand new but still a good few out there at the right price, to me an essential part of any separates system, get one and try one before its too late!Read full review...
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: droptheneedleman
Forget MP3 ! This old format really does record at c.d. quality.
Probably still one the last great physical formats to record on for domestic use, not as good as DAT (which is better for mastering studio use) but still such a convenient compact format.
Robust too! , the caddy system means the disc is protected - i have ruined many c.d's because they scratch so easily and the recordable ones (when they work) even more so.
Compare this with any mp3 recorder and you will hear how much those squeeze the life out of everything in the 1st minute of playback!
Auto sync, auto digital record levels, auto track numbering means this a very friendly machine that does the job well.Read full review...
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: bluesurfercat0
Simple but full featured
A basic entry level MD. It only features one digital input.
But it works well, looks good and there is a working remote.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: tantrumjohn
Retro tech?
Fed up of MP3. Yes ok it's convenient, but hardly a tactile experience. MD however, has great sound reproduction and recording capabilities. This particular Sony is a great little player with MDLP functionality (squash four CDs worth of music onto one disk at the expense of a barely discernible loss of sound quality).
In a parallel universe where the MD format evolved to this day, one wonders what the hardware specs would look like.
There's a steady trickle of players on eBay but few in great condition sadly - seems the best ones are in Japan.
Be prepared though to have to change the tiny disc ejection belt that wears after 20 years of use - a few YouTube videos and careful hands is all you need.Read full review...
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: allgot2go
Sony minidisc player.
Unit arrived with a small crack bottom left front but looks good and works fine.
There was a small amount of damage on the front bottom left corner but the unit works fine.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: milktray007
Bang for buck
I had a JE470 prior to this which is virtually identical, the 480 has superior quality of sound in comparison. For the price, this is possibly the best bang for buck minidisc recorder available.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: a4CvAHZeTA-@Del...
Fantastic
Only used it once but for a continuous 8 hours. Never skipped a beat brilliant player
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: strat663
product lightweight and easy to carry
this product was a bit over priced but good value for money I am pleased with the product.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: m.i.k.e.e.y