Sony NW-WM1A High-Resolution Walkman with Bluetooth (Black)

Model: NW-WM1A UPC: 027242898233

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Sony NW-WM1A High-Resolution Walkman with Bluetooth Overview 

This Sony Signature Series Sony NW-WM1A High-Resolution Walkman with Bluetooth delivers ultimate studio-quality sound that brings music to life. The mp3 music player provides high-resolution audio in maximum quality with the S-Master HX amplifier and Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE HX). It also supports Native Direct Stream Digital (DSD) audio files that retain every detail from the original recording for pure, powerful sound. Bluetooth technology allows you to connect seamlessly to Near Field Communication (NFC) devices for quick, contactless communication. A balanced standard plug at the top of the portable audio player reduces excess noise to produce a precise, dynamic sound. The personal music player's stable aluminum alloy frame also resists electrical noise and interference to increase quality of sound. Elegant in style, it's made to fit your on-the-go lifestyle with its lightweight and compact design and high-quality, touch-sensitive screen. More than 30 hours of audio playback on one charge and the ability to play a wide range of music types makes this digital music player a versatile and popular choice. 

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Mobile Mastery

Hear your favorite tracks like never before with Sony’s Hi-Res Walkman that combines leading digital amplification and sound technologies for an uncompromised listening experience. From the groundbreaking digital amplifier, to the high-quality aluminum chassis and OFC cabling, each Hi-Res Walkman component elevates the high-resolution sound experience from one you listen to, to one you can feel.

Features

  • Aluminum chassis, with oxygen-free copper cabling
  • 32bit/384kHz PCM playback and Native DSD support (up to 11.2MHz)
  • Unbalanced & balanced connector (4.4mm) for max sound quality and increased output
  • 128GB built-in memory and microSD memory card slot
  • Make compressed audio sound brilliant by restoring lost audio fidelity with DSEE HX
  • Enjoy near hi-res quality wireless sound via Bluetooth with LDAC
  • Up to 30-hours Hi-Res music playback
  • 4.0” touchscreen for simple, intuitive navigation and side-key controls
  • New Advanced S-Master HX digital amplifier with higher headphone output

Aluminum Chassis with Oxygen-Free Copper Cabling

Enjoy pure sound from high quality parts. An aluminum alloy frame provides a highly rigid case that’s resistive to electrical noise and other interference for stable, high-quality sound. A low-resistance oxygen-free copper cable offers low distortion and superior channel separation. 

32bit/384kHz PCM Playback and Native DSD Support (Up to 11.2MHz)

The NW-WM1A Walkman supports the very latest 384 kHz / 32-bit rate and DSD Native Playback to help retain all the authentic detail of the original recording. 

Unbalanced and Balanced Connector for Maximum Sound Quality and Output

Enjoy clear, precise, dynamic sound with balanced audio. With a new 4.4mm balanced standard plug, noise picked up from the wire to the amplifier is reduced. The result: superior sound, delivered with clarity. 

Enjoy 128GB Built-In Memory, Plus Micro SD

The NW-WM1A packs in 128GB of built-in file memory, so that you never run out of music. Plus, never run out of space for your music library and store files in the highest quality with the Micro SD slot. 

Make Compressed Audio Sound Brilliant by Restoring Lost Audio Fidelity with DSEE HX

New DSEE HX builds on our proprietary DSEE technology, upscaling compressed audio files to a level that’s closer to High-Resolution Audio. By restoring the subtleties of the original recording that are lost during the compression process, DSEE HX delivers a rich, studio-quality audio experience for all your music. 

Enjoy Near Hi-Res Quality Wireless Sound via Bluetooth with LDAC

The Sony Bluetooth LDAC codec takes your music streaming to a new level. With 3x that data transmitted, LDAC provides and enhanced wireless listening experience with near Hi-Res quality. 

Up to 30 Hours Hi-Res Music Playback

Keep the music playing as long as you are, with up to 30 hours of non-stop High-Resolution Audio playback. 

4.0” Touchscreen with Simple, Intuitive Navigation, and Side Key Controls

The fully responsive touchscreen and classic interface design have been tailored to meet the needs of the most passionate audiophiles. 

New Advanced S-Master HX Digital Amplifier with Higher Headphone Output

A groundbreaking, new full-digital S-Master HX digital amplifier helps bring out the best of your High-Resolution Audio with Native DSD format, balanced output, and high output power compatibility. 

Product highlights

  • Large, high-quality 4" touch-sensitive screen with a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels 
  • 128 GB of built-in memory; expandable with Micro SD card (sold separately) 
  • Bluetooth with Near Field Communication (NFC) one-touch connection; 
  • LDAC function for enhanced wireless listening
  • USB 2.0 compliant with a has a 22 pin WM-Port to connect to most audio sources
  • Supports native Direct Stream Digital (DSD) audio files for authentic playback
  • Features high-resolution audio for exceptional listening quality
  • S-Master HX amplifier reduces distortion and noise for pure digital sound
  • Up to 30 hours of continuous high-resolution audio playback (FLAC 96 kHz/24 bit) and 33 hours of MP3 (128 kbps)
  • Convenient compact and lightweight design
  • Dimensions: 2.87” W x 4.89” H x 0.78” D
  • Product weight: 9.42 oz.
  • Warranty: 2 Years (World Wide Stereo is an authorized dealer for all brands we sell)

  • World Wide Stereo 60-day guarantee and product support

Specifications

Specifications

  • Audio format(s) supported: MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer3): 32 to 320kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) at 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz, WMA: ASF file format, 32-192 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) at 44.1 kHz, FLAC: 16, 24 bit at 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz, 352.8, 384 kHz, Linear PCM: Wave-Riff file format, wav file extension, 16, 24, 32 (Float/Integer) at 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz 
    AAC: MP4, mp4,.m4a,.3gp file extension, 16 to 320 kbps ((Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) at 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz, HE-AAC: MP4, mp4,.m4a,.3gp file extension, 32 to 144 kbps at 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1 and 48kHz, Apple Lossless: MP4, m4a, .mp4 file extension, 16 to 24 bit at 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz, AIFF: 16-24-32 bit at 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz, DSD: 1 bit at 2.8224 MHz, 5.6448, 11.2896 MHz 
  • Frequency response: 20 to 40,000Hz (when playing data file, single signal measurement)
  • Audio power output: Stereo mini-jack : 60mW + 60mW(non CEW, High Gain) 1.6~4.2mW (CEW) Balanced standard-jack : 250mW + 250mW(non CEW, High Gain) 1.6~4.2mW (CEW)
  • Play mode: Normal / Repeat / Shuffle / Shuffle & repeat / Repeat 1 song playback range (All range / Selected range)
  • Bluetooth
    • Frequency range: 2.4GHz band (2.4000GHz - 2.4835GHz)
    • Modulation Method: FHSS
  • Multiple language display: German/ English/ Spanish/ French/ Italian/ Polish/ Portuguese/ Russian/Turkish/ Japanese/ Korean/ Simplified Chinese/ Traditional Chinese
  • Display technology: TFT color display with white LED-backlight, capacitive touch screen
  • Screen size: 4.0" (10.2 cm) / FWVGA (854 x 480 Pixels)
  • Interface: Stereo mini-jack, Balanced standard-jack Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) WM-PORT (multiple connecting terminal): 22 pins
  • Memory size: 128 GB
  • User memory capacity (Approx.): 122,573,127,680 byte (114.15 GB)
  • Operating temperature: 41 'F to 95 'F (5 'C to 35 'C)
  • Power type: Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery USB power (from a computer via a USB connector of the player)
  • Video format(s) supported: AVC(H.264/AVC): MP4 file format, 20 Mbps bitrate, 30 fps frame rate, 1920x1080 max, MPEG4: 20 Mbps bitrate, 30 fps frame rate, 1920x1080 max, WMV9: ASF file format, 20 Mbps bitrate, 30 fps frame rate, 1920x1080 max
  • Dimensions (Approx.): 2.58" x 4.86" x 0.79"
  • Weight (Approx.): 9.5 oz.

What's in the Box

What's in the Box:

  • NW-WM1A High-Resolution Walkman
  • USB cable
  • Wrist strap
  • Startup guide
  • Instruction manual

*Headphones and microSD card not included

Reviews

Customer Reviews for Sony NW-WM1A High-Resolution Walkman with Bluetooth (Black)

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A Great Detailed Player.
This player only starts to shines after 70hrs of use. As explained in the player, you need to burn in the player for at least 200hrs. It do not sounds so good initially although it has the details but after 70hrs things gets better, mids gets better and vocal got sweeter.

Why this player is so bulky? Some might ask. Cause it probably have AMP built-in so it have proper power in the sounds and able to drive more power hungry IEM/Headphones.

For 3.5mm port the output is 60mw+60mw.
For 4.4mm balanced port output is 240mw+240mw.

As expected from SONY, the interface is easy to use, have some nice added functions and longer battery life than most or all of the same grade players on the market.

Some might think this player is expensive, but comparing to top of the line players, this player sound is comparable or even better than most. One of the most value for money and longest battery life around.

It's
December 14, 2016
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Dedicated Music player without distractions
This player does its dedicated job of playing music at its best. A must have for all music lovers.
January 25, 2017
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Technology @ its best !!!
I bought the Sony Walkman NW-WM1A last month.
Sound resolution and reproduction Excellent...
You won't be disappointed in getting this piece.
September 3, 2017
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Incredible! No Kidding, Really!
The WM1A replaced a well liked Sony ZX2. Yes, it absolutely is an improvement, even over the highly respected ZX2! More sound shaping options, and major hardware improvements.
August 23, 2017
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No Compromise in Sound Quality
I got a rude shock when I first listened to it. The bass was muddy, mids were distant and treble has an annoying tizz. Thought I got a defective unit (my previous NW-ZX2 sounded good from the start) but the manual (and the Head-Fi thread) assured me that the best sound quality would only appear after 200+ hours of usage.

Burning in the new Walkman for more than a week was a painful wait, but worth it in the end. After 200 hours, the bass tightened up, punches with poise and precision, and the decay is just right, not too boomy. Mids are, as reported, sweeter and sounds natural. Timbre is accurate, with focus on musicality rather than detail and dryness. Best part is the treble tizz is completely gone. Amazing detail and smoothness, typical Sony house sound. The headstage is quite expansive, and imaging is precise. The more I listened to it the more immersed I was with the music.

In short it's an amazing Walkman worthy of Sony. Remember to burn it in to let the capacitors settle to their intended sound. Makes a world of difference!
April 20, 2017
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THE BEST DAP IN THE MARKET!
Hi everyone I have my DAP with me for 2 days now, I use to have the NW-Z6 that is a nice dap to begin with HiRes music and a pair with the sony 1000XM2 Headphones with LDAC this dap is just incredible
February 22, 2018
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TOTL sound, Feature packed and great battery life!
I love this player. I've owned many AK series and Fiio high end DAPs and I have to admit, the WM1A is the best priced player for extremely high value. I owned the WM1Z and I sold it when I listened to the WM1A.

My only request to sony is to bring out another update with a USB DAC function like the ZX300 has, and make the UI a bit more streamlined when showing album art for files that are not 'Hi-Res'. Added to my 24bit FLAC and DSF collection, I have a large collection of lossless WAV format files and it would be easier to navigate to them if the UI allowed album art for these files to show as well.
July 2, 2018
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Sony NW-WM1A review
This is a great music player. I really like the high power amplifier. It works great with Sony XBA-Z5 headphones. A great portable combination with great sound.
June 12, 2017
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Incredible Product
If you're a fan of high resolution audio you owe it to yourself to experience this Walkman in balanced mode. So glad Sony is back in the high end consumer audio
May 5, 2018
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If you're in the SONY team...
The first and only Sony walkman I owned is back in the 2002, an AIWA cassette player. After so many years we witnessed the vicissitude of Sony's audio product line, even to a period of time the NE20 and ZX1/2 looks like a joke to audiophiles. And now comes the wm1 series, which indicate the Sony engineers finally find some clues on how to manufacture a decent digital player. Admittedly, you can buy a Chinese DAP with less than half the price but produces the same or probably, much better sound quality. So why I purchase wm1a? First, its design is absolutely outstanding, if not the best, of its class; second, I can't bear the problematic OS of its cheaper competitors; and finally, perhaps most important, I want to own a "true" Sony walkman DAP, for me only the wm1 series deserves this honor.

So, if you're in the Sony team, buy it; if not, the wm1 could still blow you mind if you think the ZX1/2 series are the "ceiling" of Hi-fi DAP. Otherwise, you got more choices than you think you have.
November 24, 2017
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i like it. hope there is a case with it
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i like it. hope there is a case with it
cenjiong G on Sep 12, 2018
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