HHB Portadisk MDP 500 early 2000's - purple/black plastic

I got this a number of years ago as a backup and also to do live recordings and it has never been used at all. I have taken it out of the original box to make sure that everything works and it all checks out fine. These are truly a professional unit with very good mic preamps and I know a few musicians who have used them to make recordings on. These were once popular among reporters and others who were doing mobile field recordings.

Introduction of the HHB PortaDisc MDP500

The HHB PortaDisc MDP500 was introduced in the early 2000s, specifically around 2001. This model was designed as a professional portable MiniDisc recorder, catering to the needs of sound recordists and ENG professionals.

Key Features

The MDP500 is known for several advanced features that make it suitable for demanding field recording applications:

Design and Build

• Rugged Construction: Built on a steel chassis for durability.
• Compact Size: Similar dimensions to professional DAT and cassette recorders.

Audio Quality

• ATRAC 4.5 Codec: Provides high-quality audio recordings.
• Balanced XLR Inputs: Supports professional microphones with 48V phantom power.

Connectivity

• USB Interface: Allows for easy audio transfer to and from computers.
• Multiple I/O Options: Includes coaxial and optical digital inputs/outputs.

Power Options

• Flexible Power Supply: Can operate on rechargeable batteries, standard AA batteries, or AC mains power.

The HHB PortaDisc MDP500 remains a notable choice for professionals seeking reliable audio recording equipment.

You can access the user manual at: minidisc.org

I have two extra battery holders and a 2 boxes of 5 new minidiscs with the unit and the original owners manual.