MiniDisc - Wikipedia
WEBMiniDisc (MD) is an erasable magneto-optical disc-based data storage format offering a capacity of 60, 74, and later, 80 minutes of digitized audio. Sony announced the MiniDisc in September 1992 and released it in November [2] of that year for sale in Japan and in December in Europe, North America, and other countries. [3]
Remember MiniDisc? Here's How You Can Still Use It in 2020 - How-To Geek
WEBJul 25, 2020 · A MiniDisc is a magneto-optical disc housed in a tough plastic case, similar to a floppy disk. Despite some commercial releases, the format was primarily meant to be a replacement for analog cassette tapes.
Complete Visual Guide to Sony MiniDisc Blank Media (1992-2004)
WEB6 days ago · 1992-1994: The Early Years. Sony's journey with MiniDisc media began in November 1992 with the introduction of the Basic MiniDiscs. The initial lineup included the MDW-60 and MDW-74 models. The MDW-60 offered 60 minutes of recording time, while the MDW-74 extended this to 74 minutes. These Basic MiniDiscs were distinguished …
The Story of the MiniDisc, Sony's 1990s Audio Format That's Gone …
WEBJun 23, 2021 · As a consumer audio format, MiniDisc actually became a massive phenomenon, at least back in Sony’s homeland of Japan. The peculiar economics of the Japanese music market, especially back in the 1990s, made CDs about twice as expensive there as they were in the United States.
Welcome to the MiniDisc Wiki [MiniDisc Wiki]
WEBWelcome to the MiniDisc Wiki Get started with MiniDisc! MD equipment Blank discs Web MiniDisc Pro app Web MiniDisc Pro guide Dubbing guide Disc labels Buyer's guide Buying from Japan Remote controls MD Internals 2023-04 Thanks to Roy Myers for this fantastic shot! Featuring: Sony MZ-RH1 / MZ-M200, Sony MZ-N707, Sony MZ-R909 ----- Spring …
The MiniDisc Getting Started Guide [MiniDisc Wiki]
WEBThe MiniDisc Getting Started Guide. This guide is our compilation of the best information and advice we can offer for anyone entering the MiniDisc hobby. MiniDisc is a retro-futuristic media format with near-CD audio quality. It was on the market from 1992-2013 and was most popular in Japan.
RIP MiniDisc, 1992-2013 | PCMag
WEBFeb 1, 2013 · MiniDisc was a hardware-focused product in a world going to software. The players had great build quality, durable media, and extensible storage, but the platform had no easy portal...
Here’s a complete history of all the blank MiniDiscs Sony ever made.
WEB4 days ago · N. Nilay Patel. Here’s a complete history of all the blank MiniDiscs Sony ever made. This post by Obsolete Sony is my favorite thing on the internet right now. Obsolete Sony. Do Not Sell or ...
What Happened To MiniDiscs? - Grunge
WEBMar 10, 2022 · MiniDiscs — much like DAT cassettes, microcassettes, 8-track, and Betamax tapes — failed to find an audience, at least in the United States. According to Slate, one of, if not the biggest problem, was that …
Why MiniDisc? [MiniDisc Wiki]
WEBAug 3, 2024 · MiniDisc is a unique and fascinating physical media format that is often misunderstood. This FAQ aims to address most questions about why people did, and still do, enjoy using MD.