Sharp MD MT821

30 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Usability (10)
Battery (9)
Sound (6)
Headphones (4)
Size (3)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 30 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the size and headphones. The sound and battery also get good opinions. There are some mixed opinions about the value for money.

usability, battery, sound, headphones, size

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other MP3 Players the Sharp MD MT821 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 72/100 = Good quality.

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Amazon review summary for the Sharp MD MT821

alaTest has collected and analyzed 38 user reviews of the Sharp MD MT821 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

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100% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Truely Amazing

Very easy to use. Buttons are easy to push and are displayed in a very logical way, although the remote feels a little small, but still very easy to use. I've used this so many times to record live performances and each time the recordings come out...

May, 2002

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Consumer review by: Matt (amazon.com)

A very good product.

I got mine in Japan several years ago, before it was released in the United States (mine's a cool metallic blue in color). It's an extremely convenient product. I use it to copy Mp3s, CDs, and all sorts of things, and now that I'm in college, it's tons...

Oct, 2001

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buy an extended waranty

i don't own this particular brand or model of mini disc player but i have had a competitors model for 10 months. my only advice: BUY AN EXTENDED WARANTY- the best one you can get. These are finicky gadgets that are prone to break. mine worked great...

Dec, 2000

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Best product I've bought in years

I just got this thing the other day and have been fooling around with it. I just love what this little thing can do, I didn't realize it's full capabilities until i read the maunual. I've been able to record mp3s I've been dying to take everywhere I...

Dec, 2000

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Recording Does Not Get Easier

I just got this MD player and I absolutely love it! I find it to be much more convenient than having a CD player/burner combo, and the quality is great! Recording from a computer (that may not have a optical output) will require purchasing a...

Sep, 2000

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Consumer review by: unikumm (amazon.com)

Recording Does Not Get Easier

Sep, 2000

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Consumer review by: Jessica (amazon.com)

GOOD But Does anyone know exactly how to record MP3

This player was my first md player. MY Goal was to move all my MP3 onto mini disc. But I am not sure how to connect the given optical cable to my computer. I don't know if i need buy another cable or do i connect it to my PC speaker or my sound...

Aug, 2000

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Consumer review by: Mike D (amazon.com)

Excellent quality. Definitely worth it.

Pros:- Comes with an optical cable. - Optical recordings are CD quality, I can't tell the difference. - This thing is TINY. (About the size of three minidiscs) - The included headphones are actually very decent. I won't be buying a separate pair as...

Jul, 2000

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Consumer review by: Mike (amazon.com)

Excellent quality. Definitely worth it.

Pros: - Comes with an optical cable. - Optical recordings are CD quality, I can't tell the difference. - This thing is TINY. (About the size of three minidiscs) - The included headphones are actually very decent. I won't be buying a separate pair as...

Jul, 2000

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Product Specifications

The MD-MT821 lets you enjoy long hours of high-quality digital music on the go. A large shock-resistant memory ensures smooth playback, even if used while jogging or driving in a car.The MD-MT821's lightweight and compact body is just about the size of an MD case. Its size and lightweight design make it ideal for the active music enthusiast. Just slip it into your pocket and take it wherever you go. Enjoy long hours of music listening on the go with the included rechargeable lithium-ion battery. A single charge can provide you with up to 11.5 hours of non-stop playback and up to 8 hours of non-stop recording. Even longer playback and recording times can be achieved when combined with an AA battery by using the supplied detachable battery case. The MD-MT821 has a large memory buffer of 40 seconds maximum thanks to 16 Mbits of DRAM. This virtually eliminates the annoying skipping that can occur when using the MD player in a car or when jogging. The high-fidelity earphones have a convenient backlit LCD remote control that displays information such as disc/track name, battery status and play mode. Operating the MD player is easy even in dark locations. Triple Shuttle Buttons are also provided for convenient control of MD functions such as playback, off and volume level.