Panasonic SJ-MR50 review (in German)

[Sharpo51]

About a week ago my Panasonic SJ-MR50 has arrived :smile: I'm still exploring some details, but up to now I'm very happy with this unit. My review in German (which will probably be updated or otherwise edited within the next weeks) can be found at http://www.minidiscforum.de/viewtopic.php?t=9951. Corrections, additions and suggestions are always welcome!

[Christopher]

Here is an English translation. This is a very well-structured review and is very good for anyone interested in this unit. Good show, Sharpo.

[Sharpo51]

This is a very well-structured review and is very good for anyone interested in this unit. Good show, Sharpo.

Thanks for the feedback and the compliment! :smile:

Update: I have translated the review; it can be found at http://www.minidisct.com/forum/showthread....&threadid=26303.

[banjo]

On the SJ-MR50:

I have been using the SJ-MR50 extensively since early last year (05). At this stage I thought that I could share some brief observations.

Please note that these observations are based on a particular mode of application: I use the MR50 for ad-hoc recording/playback where hi-fi is not critical. I use the device without remote and without headphones and I use the in-built stereo mic and speaker.

In this scenario, I think that the device is excellent, particularly when compared to more 'mainstream' MD recorders:

- all functions are accessible on the device itself

- the display on the device is good (although not backlit)

- the built-in stereo mic is very good

- the built-in speaker is incredibly convenient

I am learning to play the concertina and I use the recorder when learning new tunes.

The built-in mic and speaker minimise the fuss - no earphones and no external mic, no tangle of cables - and other people can hear the playback also!

I use certain playback features very often: repeat, AB repeat and speed control. I also use the track divide feature a lot to break tunes into parts. These functions can be accessed with minimal fuss and work well.

Battery life is very respectable. I haven't made any accurate logs, but I am continually surprised at the life of the internal battery when working with the built-in speaker.

So, all-in-all, for this type of ad-hoc recording/playback applicaton, I give the SJ-MR50 an excellent rating. I would recommend it to anybody with a similar need.

Finally, thanks to Sharpo51 - I made the original purchase based on his good advice.