Onkyo DX-530

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Brand: Onkyo

The Onkyo DX-530 is a Mini Disk (MD) recorder and player designed by Onkyo Corporation, a Japanese company known for its high-quality amplifiers, receivers, and other audio and video equipment. The DX-530 was released in the late 1990s, when the Mini Disk format was gaining popularity as a more portable alternative to CDs.Some features of the Onkyo DX-530 include the ability to record and play back up to 2 hours of MD data using a built-in C-MPM (miniature polyester film) magneto-optical pickup head. It also has a sensor to prevent overwriting of recorded data, as well as an ATRAC (Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding) circuit to compress data for better storage efficiency. Additionally, the player supports playback of MP3 files stored on the MD or a connected computer via USB. The DX-530 has a sleek design with a silver and black finish, and includes stereo audio output, Line Out L/R terminals, digital coaxial output, and an S/PDIF output for better digital audio signal transfer. Other specifications include a 256 KB internal memory for instant playback, and an MCNR-compatible Power Crisis feature to minimize power consumption during observations. The device supports various modes of operation, including normal, standby, and off modes, and comes with a remote control for convenient use. Overall, the Onkyo DX-530 is a high-quality MD recorder and player that offers excellent audio performance and advanced features for users. While Mini Disk technology has mostly been replaced by other formats such as CDs, flash drives, and streaming services in recent years, the Onkyo DX-530 remains a collector's item and a symbol of audio innovation during its time.