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MD-X8H Surfing the Audio Web Network Audio: Sharp presents the MiniDisc stereo system MD-X8H for the new world of digital audio recording. Hamburg, 29th August 1997. With Sharp's new stereo system MD-X8H, hi-fi fans can now make full use of the new digital world and a multitude of digital sound sources like Digital Satellite Radio, DAB, DAT, CD, MD, and even the World Wide Web. The new compact stereo system records all of these audio signals digitally onto a MiniDisc. Sharp's refined MiniDisc technology ensures recordings of the highest quality: The new MiniDisc system is equipped with the highest standard of data compression on the market today, Sharp's ATRAC 5.0. It is also the first stereo system with the ability to record digital sound from the internet. A digital sound card (PCMCIA) can be used to plug the stereo system into a computer with internet access. This connection allows internet surfers to access and record audio signals in digital quality onto the MiniDisc. They will be able to use a keyboard to control the recording level, select titles, or even insert accompanying notes on song titles or performing artists. The MD-X8H's numerous automatic functions make it easy to record digital audio signals from all kinds of sources. CDs are recorded onto a MiniDisc at the touch of a single button; both record up to 74 minutes. The 3-disc CD changer allows the selection of personal all-time favourites to be compiled onto a MiniDisc in digital quality. The MD-X8H's Sharp Super Surround System guarantees sound that is full and clear. Two 50 Watt bass reflex boxes present all sounds in true live quality, whether light and crystal clear or hard and heavy. The MD-X8H stereo system is available in stores now for about 1,499.- DM. Press release may be reproduced free of charge. / Please forward voucher copy.