15 Models released Verified Discman models released in 1998.
Discman in 1998
Year overview
Browse the Discman lineup documented for 1998.
Browse the 1998 lineup, then continue into related archive paths.
A structured summary before the full lineup and related archive links.
1 CD-ROM model 1998 Discman model with cd-rom.
4 Remote models 1998 Discman models with remote.
1 Video CD model Only Video CD Discman model released in 1998.
Significance of 1998
- LCD remotes stayed central to higher-end models.
- Remote-equipped models shaped everyday use.
- Rechargeable designs mattered more than add-on battery packs.
Milestones in 1998
- Video CD D-V8000
1997 / 1998 / 1999
Notable models
Representative Discman releases from 1998.
All Discman models from 1998
Complete 1998 Discman lineup.
1998 D-5WD
The D-5WD is a portable CD player equipped with an electronic anti-skip mechanism.
1998 D-E400
The D-E400 is a portable CD player equipped with an electronic anti-skip mechanism using ESP2.
1998 D-E401
The D-E401 is a portable CD player built on the same platform as the D-E400.
1998 D-E505
The D-E505 is a portable CD player equipped with an electronic anti-skip mechanism.
1998 D-E554
The D-E554 sat close to the D-E505 and kept the same compact late-1990s formula, but with a slightly more complete feel that placed it a little above the most basic players around it.
1998 D-E700
The D-E700 is a portable CD player equipped with an electronic anti-skip mechanism.
1998 D-E705
The D-E705 followed the same streamlined late-1990s approach as the D-E700, keeping the body light and everyday-friendly while leaning on the anti-skip and remote-led control formula Sony had already settled into.
1998 D-E707
The D-E707 is a portable CD player equipped with an electronic anti-skip mechanism.
1998 D-E800
The D-E800 is a portable CD player equipped with an electronic anti-skip mechanism.
1998 D-E805
The D-E805 was a close sibling to the D-E800 and carried the same more complete late-1990s formula, with a polished body, stronger remote integration, and a noticeably more finished overall presentation.
1998 D-E808
The D-E808 is a portable CD player equipped with an electronic anti-skip mechanism.
1998 D-E900
The D-E900 is a portable CD player equipped with an electronic anti-skip mechanism.
1998 D-E905
The D-E905 stayed close to the D-E900 and carried the same slim, balanced late-period design language, emphasizing composure and practicality more than any single attention-grabbing specification.
1998 D-V8000
The D-V8000 is a portable optical disc player that supports Video CD playback.
1998 PRD-650
The PRD-650 is a portable optical disc drive that supports CD-ROM reading and audio CD playback.
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Browse the 1998 lineup through major functions, formats, and product branches.
- CD-ROM Browse the 1998 lineup filtered to CD-ROM.
- Video CD Browse the 1998 lineup filtered to Video CD.
- Remote Browse the 1998 lineup filtered to Remote.
- LCD Remote Browse the 1998 lineup filtered to LCD Remote.
- Rechargeable Browse the 1998 lineup filtered to Rechargeable.
- Gumstick Browse the 1998 lineup filtered to Gumstick.
Further exploration
Continue from the 1998 lineup into related articles, collections, and timeline paths.
- Read the 1998 year article Read the full editorial story behind Discman in 1998.
- Discman in 1997 See the lineup immediately before the 1998 releases.
- Discman in 1999 Follow the Discman line into the next stage after 1998.
- Browse all Discman collections Move from the year view into broader Discman themes and branches.
- Browse the full portable audio timeline Step back from 1998 and view the wider portable audio chronology.