Portable MiniDisc players are still around, believe it or not, even though the MP3 player has become the popular choice among music lovers. There are a number of reasons why some people still prefer to use a MiniDisc player and there are distinct benefits they have over the popular MP3 players that most people use.

Although the MP3 player has taken the world by storm and for the most part replaced the MiniDisc player, it doesn’t mean that it is necessarily a better product for certain aspects of music. One of the best features of MiniDisc recorders is the quality of the music they offer. They are designed in a way that allows the playback of very high quality music that many have come to love. Users prefer the superior sound quality for live music playback and sound recordings to that of MP3 player. So while the format is not as widespread, it is a favorite of those in the recording field and the most popular use is capturing live musical performances.

Most players you can buy come with a recording option that can burn MP3 files or even CDs to your Mini Disc player, making it easy to create your favorite playlists. Most portable MiniDisc players also come with anti-skip protection that dramatically reduces or, in some cases, eliminates any skip at all. This includes times when the player is used during activities such as running or cycling. These products also tend to have a very long playback life, allowing you to go several days without recharging the player.