Sony Walkman WM-EX170 Portable Cassette Player
Rediscover the warm, authentic sound of analog with the refurbished Sony Walkman WM-EX170. This portable cassette player offers a unique way to enjoy your music collection, providing a full album listening experience that digital formats often miss. It features the Mega Bass system for enhanced low-end frequencies and an anti-rolling mechanism for stable playback. The integrated AM/FM radio tuner expands your listening options. Each unit is restored by trained technicians, ensuring it's ready for a new life, though minor cosmetic wear is expected on these vintage treasures.
$199.00
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Owner Satisfaction
3.8
/ 5
Category Rank
98
/ 154
#98 in Cassette Players & Recorders
Price vs Category Average
+12%
Above average
Playable Media Format
Cassette Tape
/ Cassette Tape
Who it's for
- Highly Portable Design
- Convenient Auto-Reverse Function
- Reliable Battery Performance
Who should skip it
- Basic Audio Fidelity
- Susceptible to Belt Degradation
- No Digital Connectivity
Key Specs
Playable Media Format
Cassette Tape
Brand
Sony
Type
Portable Cassette Player
Model
WM-EX170
Band
AM/FM
Audio Outputs
3.5mm Headphone Jack
Power Source
AC Adapter, Battery Powered
Device Format
Portable Personal Player
Features
- Portable design for music on the go
- Includes retro orange headphones
- Embraces analog magnetic tape sound
- Restored for reliable playback
- Mega Bass for enhanced low frequencies
- Stable playback with anti-rolling mechanism
- AM/FM radio tuner included
- Full album listening experience
What customers say
The Sony Walkman WM-EX170 strongly appeals to nostalgia, driven by its iconic branding and compact design for enjoying analog audio. When operational, users praise the classic aesthetic and decent sound quality. However, reliability is a major concern for modern buyers. Due to age, many units require immediate maintenance like belt replacement, causing frustration and unexpected expense. Build quality, often plastic in this later model, is sometimes viewed as inferior to premium versions. Value is conditional: a working unit feels like a worthwhile investment in audio history, but nonfunctional purchases lead to disappointment. Customers appreciate the concept but must accept the inherent maintenance required for this classic device.
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