Audiophase's MDP-1 offers a low-cost entry point into the world of MiniDisc. This portable player offers convenience features like an in-line remote control along with rechargeable batteries and lightweight headphones. This player has 40-second skip protection, so it should work fine even when you're jogging. The included rechargeable batteries take about four hours to recharge. A bass boost function allows users a measure of sonic customization. The remote control gives the user access to volume control, play mode, search functions and stop/play. Though this unit cannot record, it will play MiniDiscs recorded on other machines, as well as prerecorded programming.