Sony MZ-R55 MiniDisc Recorder

Sony MZ-R55 MiniDisc RecorderSony MZ R55 MiniDisc player recorder (silver). Quantity 1. Used. ** Player only. No other items, batteries, or accessories are included in the sale ** ** This sale does not include any way of powering the device. Unless otherwise stated, this device requires a special kind of rechargeable 'gumstick' battery that is inserted into the device. Please either ensure you are familiar with this requirement in advance, or reach out to us if you are unsure. **

Sony MZ-R55 MiniDisc player/recorder (silver). Quantity 1. Used.
** Player only. No other items, batteries, or accessories are included in the sale **
** This sale does not include any way of powering the device. Unless otherwise stated, this device requires a special kind of rechargeable 'gumstick' battery that is inserted into the device. Please either ensure you are familiar with this requirement in advance, or reach out to us if you are unsure. **

Product Condition (Appearance):
The device has signs of wear and tear on the front face. The silver paint has worn away on three of the face buttons (stop, play, and pause).
There are minor scraches or marks on the display panel. Difficult to notice them.
The text for AVLS and Synchro Rec on the side of the device has worn away.
The rear face is in better condition and there are only a few minor scratches or marks.

Product Condition (Functionality):
The device is fully functional, both as a player and recorder. 
See test results and photographs for detail.

Player / Recorder Unit:
Sony MZ-R55 (silver)

Power Via Rechargeable Gum Battery - OK ** Rechargeable gum battery is not included in the sale **
Power Via External Battery Case - OK ** External battery case is not included in the sale **
Power Via AC Adapter - OK ** AC adapter is not included in the sale **

Audio Playback - OK
Audio Output (Headphone Jack) - OK
Audio Output (Line Out) - OK

Recording Via External Microphone (Analogue) - OK
Recording Via LINE IN (Analogue) - OK
Recording Via Optical Cable (Digital) - OK

Record - OK
Play - OK
Pause - OK
Stop - OK
Skip to Previous Track - OK
Skip to Next Track - OK
Edit/Enter - OK
Volume Up - OK
Volume Down - OK
Mode - OK
Display - OK 
End Search - OK
Track Mark - OK
Synchro Rec - OK
AVLS - OK
Mic Sensitivity - OK
Digital Mega Bass - OK
Hold - OK

Disk Insert - OK
Disk Eject - OK

Device Setting Details:
AVLS set to OFF
MEGA BASS set to 0

Product Information:
The Sony MZ-R55 is the successor to the MZ-R50. It has both playback and recording functionality. 
Released in 1998, it features 40 second anti-shock memory, two step bass boost, and selectable microphone sensitivity (HIGH/LOW). 
It was the first recorder with a 1.2V drive. 
It does not have MDLP functionality. 
It weighs 147 grams without a battery or disc installed. 
It has a 3.5 mm headphone jack for audio output.