Panasonic MASH SL-S162 Compact Portable CD Player w/ Power Cord Tested Working

Panasonic MASH SL-S162 Slim Compact Black Portable CD Player w/ 4.5V DC Power Adapter Heat Resistant Polycarbonate Body Compact Disc Player w/ Pop-Up Disc Eject System Tested Working The Panasonic SL-S162 is a portable CD player, manufacted in July 1995, known for its compact design and features aimed at on-the-go listening. Key Features & Technology: Anti-Shock Memory (MASH): This was a common feature in portable CD players of its era. "MASH" stands for Multi-stage Noise Shaping. The anti-shock memory would pre-read audio data from the CD into a buffer, allowing the player to continue playing smoothly even if it experienced minor bumps or vibrations, preventing skips. The SL-S162 specifically mentions "Mash Heat Resistant XBS" in some listings. XBS (Extra Bass System): Panasonic's proprietary bass boost system designed to enhance low-frequency audio for a richer sound experience, especially through headphones. Portability: Designed to be lightweight and compact, making it easy to carry in a pocket or bag. Power: Typically powered by AA batteries, offering a decent playback time for its time. It also usually had a DC input for an AC adapter (often sold separately). CD-R/RW Playability: While not explicitly confirmed for the SL-S162, many Panasonic portable CD players of this era supported CD-R and CD-RW discs, allowing users to play custom-burned audio CDs. Headphone Jack: Standard 3.5mm headphone jack for private listening. Headphones not included Good pre-owned condi