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MiniDisc in 2001

Year overview

NetMD connected MiniDisc to the PC era and reset the format's direction.

Browse the 2001 lineup, then continue into related archive paths.

MZ-N1

A structured summary before the full lineup and related archive links.

12 Models released Verified MiniDisc models released in 2001.
1 NetMD model 2001 MiniDisc model with netmd.
6 Optical input models 2001 MiniDisc models with optical input.
7 AA + Gumstick models 2001 MiniDisc models with aa + gumstick.
1 Radio model Only Radio MiniDisc model released in 2001.
Significance of 2001
  • NetMD arrived in 2001 with the MZ-N1.
  • PC-linked transfer became the new strategic branch for MiniDisc.
  • Sony was tying the format to computers as much as portable recording.
Milestones in 2001
2000 / 2001 / 2002
  • 2000: 10 archived models.
  • 2001: 12 archived models.
  • 2002: 11 archived models.

Notable models

Representative MiniDisc releases from 2001.

All MiniDisc models from 2001

Complete 2001 MiniDisc lineup.

MZ-B100

2001 MZ-B100

The MZ-B100 is a MiniDisc recorder that prioritizes ease of use and visibility, with audio recording as its primary purpose rather than music playback.

MDLP Recorder Optical In Mic Input
MZ-E300

2001 MZ-E300

The MZ-E300 was a MiniDisc player with a focus on simplicity, with a limited set of features and accessories.

Playback-only AA
MZ-E501

2001 MZ-E501

The MZ-E501 was a mid-range MiniDisc player that supported playback of long-recording discs thanks to its MDLP compatibility.

MDLP Playback-only AA + Gumstick
MZ-E600

2001 MZ-E600

The MZ-E600 was a MiniDisc player that supported MDLP and offered improved stability and ease of use.

MDLP Playback-only AA + Gumstick
MZ-E606W

2001 MZ-E606W

The MZ-E606W was a MiniDisc player that changed the way it was used by incorporating wireless operation.

MDLP Playback-only AA + Gumstick
MZ-E707

2001 MZ-E707

The MZ-E707 was a high-end MiniDisc player that expanded the range of adjustments during playback while maintaining the supported formats.

MDLP Playback-only AA + Gumstick
MZ-E909

2001 MZ-E909

The MZ-E909 was a top-of-the-line MiniDisc player that achieved a high level of balance between superior materials and long playback performance.

MDLP Playback-only AA + Gumstick
japan only
MZ-G750

2001 MZ-G750

The MZ-G750 is a MiniDisc recorder based on the recording functions of the R700 series, with radio functionality integrated into the remote control.

MDLP Recorder Optical In Mic Input
japan only
MZ-N1

2001 MZ-N1

The MZ-N1 was the first portable recorder to feature NetMD and expand MiniDisc recording to PC connectivity.

NetMD MDLP Recorder Optical In
first netmdflagship
MZ-R500

2001 MZ-R500

The MZ-R500 is an entry-level MiniDisc recorder with streamlined functions, specializing in basic recording.

MDLP Recorder Optical In Line In
MZ-R700

2001 MZ-R700

The MZ-R700 is a mid-range MiniDisc recorder that offers a full range of recording inputs while maintaining ease of use and reliability.

MDLP Recorder Optical In Mic Input
MZ-R909

2001 MZ-R909

The MZ-R909 is a high-end MiniDisc recorder in the R series, featuring refined controls and display performance.

MDLP Recorder Optical In Mic Input
japan only

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