Hi-MD users will be pleased to know that Onkyo’s newly announced third generation FR series Hi-MD micro systems is now available for sale in Japan. The two new models - X-N7TX and X-N9TX - has a MSRP of 49,800 yen (USD433) and 69,800 yen (USD606) respectively; both systems feature CD / MD / Tuner modules with the FM tuner being Japan only (76.0 - 90.0 mhz). Note: The X-N7TX will be available in two color variations. The X-N9TX has a rated output of 2 x 19mW @ 4Ω and installed capacity of 2 x 26mW @ 4Ω whereas its sibling, the X-N7TX has a rated output of 2 x 15mW @ 4Ω and installed capacity of 2 x 20mW @ 4Ω.

For full details on the new FR series, please click here (Japanese only).

The X-N7TX

The X-N9TX