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Sony Introduces New High-End Walkman Models, Including a $5,899 Gold-Plated Version
Key points
- Sony launched three new Walkman portable media players.
- The NW-WM1ZM3 model is gold-plated and costs $5,899.
- All models include DSD Remastering Engine for audio upsampling.
- Higher-end models feature oxygen-free copper wiring and isolated circuitry.
New Walkman Models Released
Sony has introduced a new lineup of Walkman portable media players, catering to the high-end audiophile market. The series includes the NW-ZX900, priced at $1,899.99, the NW-WM1AM3 at $2,999.99, and the flagship NW-WM1ZM3, which costs $5,899.
Gold-Plated Flagship Model
The NW-WM1ZM3 stands out with its gold-plated oxygen-free copper chassis. The NW-WM1AM3 shares many internal specifications but lacks the full gold-plated body, featuring only gold-plating on the rear chassis.
Audiophile-Focused Features
All three devices incorporate Sony’s DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Remastering Engine, which converts standard PCM audio to an 11.2MHz DSD stream. This process is intended to deliver a sound quality closer to analog. The rear chassis of all models includes gold-plating designed to reduce interference and lower noise.
The NW-WM1ZM3 and NW-WM1AM3 models feature hand-soldered oxygen-free copper (OFC) wiring and enhanced power circuitry to further minimize noise. A milled OFC block is used to isolate digital and analog circuits, limiting potential interference.
Market Positioning
These new Walkman models are positioned for the audiophile segment, indicated by their pricing and specialized audio components. This release follows previous high-end Walkman models, such as the NW-WM1ZM2.
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Sony released three new Walkman portable media players, with prices ranging from $1,899.99 to $5,899 for the gold-plated NW-WM1ZM3 model. These devices target the audiophile market with features like DSD Remastering and specialized internal components for audio quality.