Sharp MD-S50
See also: Kenwood DMC-F3
Available in MD-S50-A (blue), MD-S50-S (silver) and MD-S50-H (grey)
Features: All digital processing done on one chip to reduce power by 35% over previous model. Large LCD display on remote. Katakana/roman display. 3 step digital bass boost. Repeat and random play. Playback time: 4 hours on included lithium ion rechargeable (AD-S50BT), 10 hours on 3 alkalines (with optional AD-S50BC drycell case). 4 step “battery life” indicator. Comes in three colors. Has a big window on the lid so you can see the color of the MD case (and maybe the MD spinning if it's in a clear case?). Headphone output was 10mw + 10mw (16 ohm).
- Lithium-ion rechargeable battery AD-S50BT Suggested retail price 4,500 yen
- Car kit AD-S50CK Suggested retail price 7,500 yen
- Liquid crystal remote control unit AD-S50RM Suggested retail price 5,000 yen
- Dry battery case AD-S50BC Suggested retail price 2,500 yen
Content adapted from: Sharp Press Release Minidisc.org page Sharp PR via Archive.org