Includes backlit LCD tuner/remote with editing functions
Record MP3s or CDs at up to 32x speed
Uses high-tech, affordable MiniDiscs (1 included)
Editorial Review:
NetMD is the answer.MiniDisc technology allows you to store over 5 hours [LP4 mode] of music on one disc, which easily fits in a shirt pocket.The MZ-NF520D provides up to 48 hours continuous playback utilizing just 1 "AA" battery. That's a lot of play.Record your MP3s or CDs at up to 32x speed, transferring directly from your PC to you NetMD recorder.Plus, the MZ-NF520D has a FM/TV/Weather Band tuner, Skip-Free G-Protection Technology, and Group/Folder Function, which allows easy navigation between multiple file folders.
This stylish player lets you store up to five hours of digital music and bring it with you on a single, skip-free MiniDisc for about the price of a large coffee. The Net MD is compatible with the MP3, WMA, WAV, and ATRAC3 audio formats, and even comes with a MiniDisc so you can start recording right away. Its USB connection delivers burn rates at up to 32x for your MP3s and CDs. A handy Jog Dial provides easy navigation, and the SonicStage and MD Simple Burner applications let you group your tunes and customize your playing environment.
Using MD Simple Burner
MD Simple Burner allows you to record music from an audio CD in your computer to the Net MD, without first ripping the tracks to your computer.
Using SonicStage
SonicStage allows you to import audio to your computer from CDs and the Internet and then transfer the data to an MD.
The player's three-line LCD display provides album, artist, and song title information on a clean, single screen. There's an AM/FM/TV/weather radio built into its remote, as well as a headphone jack and headphones, but the single AA battery, which you'll need if you want to use the device away from your computer, is not included. Battery life is estimated at a maximum of 48 hours.
Note: The Net MD's recording features and bundled software are not compatible with Macs.
What's in the Box: The Sony MZNF520D Net MD Walkman, a digital-tuning remote control, headphones, a SonicStage software CD-ROM with MD Simple Burner, and a USB cable
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
sony mz-nf520d walkman:
i love this product. the radio is a plus to me, though at times i have seen am/fm in the sellers text - but there is no am that i ahve yet to figure out. have never heard anything on the tv or weather portion (could be the area i am in). yet, have ordered myself another one as a backup.
Sony Net MD's Still Have Their Place:
I read a lot of reviews, and I've learned two things: #1 Can't please everybody. #2 If you take TOO much stock in what you read, you'll never buy anything. Last year I was looking to buy a higher end keybaord and every good review I read, some others tanked it down. I don't ever before remember seeing such a wide scattered variety of opinions on this Sony Net MD, but here's mine. This for me, is perfect. I'd buy 10 of them. Some don't like the idea that you can't record other MD's back to your computer, or... more info
Sony MZ-NF520D:
I've been looking for these MP3 players & recorders for 3 years,luckily I found you guys with them.I love the portability of my music(jazz).I like the Sony minidiscs better than the iPod.Thanka
Excellent service:
Picked up this MD player for a Sony fanatic buddy. He plays it constantly and loved the way he can mix his music. it has great battery life too.
