Sony MXD-D40 MiniDisc Player/Recorder and CD Player

Sony MXD-D40 MiniDisc Player/Recorder and CD Player Review

Sony MXD-D40 MiniDisc Player/Recorder and CD Player Feature

• Combined MiniDisc player/recorder and CD player
• MD recording options include delete, combine, move, undo, and name tracks
• CD playback features include shuffle, repeat, and program play
• Front headphone jack with volume control, analog audio in, digital optical in, and analog audio out
• Measures 16.9 x 4.7 x 11.4 inches (W x H x D)

Get the best of both worlds with the Sony MXD-D40 MiniDisc player/recorder and CD player. You can play MiniDiscs and CDs, record from CD to MD, or record MDs from other external sources like DAT, external CD players, and even a PC with an optional connecting kit (PCLK-MN10A). A front LCD display shows information for both the CD and MD player, including disc name, track name and number, time remaining of track playing, and remaining recordable time for the MiniDisc.

A host of features makes recording MiniDiscs simple and speedy. When recording directly from CD to MD you can use the Synchro-Recording function to import track information automatically onto the MD (if the CD contains track listings). There is also a high-speed recording feature for 4x recording speeds. Use manual recording to create your own mixes, or record from external audio equipment like a turntable, DAT, or other CD player. The Time Machine Recording function is great for recording from FM or satellite broadcasts, as it leaves a six second buffer on incoming data so you don't miss anything as you rush to hit the record button. When recording onto MD, the Smart Space feature will detect a silence between 4 and 30 seconds, and replace that space with a 3 second silence before recording continues. If a silence over 30 seconds is detected, the Auto Cut feature will stop recording entirely. A fade in/out function lets you record MDs with smooth transitions between tracks. Finally, and handful of editing features--including erase (single track/all tracks), combine, move, undo, and name tracks--give you ultimate control of your final recording.

A headphone jack on the front of the unit is convenient for listening in private, and there's a separate volume control for the headphones. Connect to other audio devices and an amplifier with analog audio and digital optical inputs, and an analog audio output.

What's in the Box
MiniDisc recorder and CD player, 2 audio cables, remote control, 2 AA batteries, user's manual, and warranty information. HereM-^Rs a new and improved way of putting your favorite music onto MiniDisc format! The MiniDisc recorder from Sony is a CD player integrated with an MD recorder. With a high-speed 4X CD-to-MD recording process you'll get more music in a much faster time frame. Manipulate your discs using the awesome editing features such as Combine Tracks, A-B Erase, Un-Do Last Edit, and Rehearsal, or enjoy using the Name disc/ Track function to help you scan through discs to find that perfect song.