Sony Sports Walkman WM-FS566 TV/AM/FM Portable Cassette Player (B-Grade)
Rediscover your cassette collection with this expertly restored Sony Sports Walkman WM-FS566. This vintage portable cassette player has been meticulously refurbished with new drive belts, calibrated playback speed, and a demagnetized tapehead. While it shows signs of its past, this Walkman has been thoroughly tested and cleaned for optimal listening. It includes retro orange headphones and is ready to bring your favorite tapes back to life, offering a portable and convenient way to enjoy your music on the go.
$128.00
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Owner Satisfaction
3.6
/ 5
Category Rank
115
/ 154
#115 in Cassette Players & Recorders
Price vs Category Average
-28%
Below average
Original Release Date
1991
Who it's for
- Durable Sports Design
- Versatile Multi-Band Tuner
- Reliable Sony Audio Quality
Who should skip it
- B-Grade Condition Risks
- Obsolete Cassette Technology
- Non-Functional TV Band
Key Specs
Original Release Date
1991
Restored with new drive belts
Playback speed calibrated
Tapehead demagnetized
Radio Tuner
True
Display Type
None
Playback Speed Options
Standard Playback
Device Format
Portable Personal Player
Features
- Expertly restored vintage unit
- New drive belts installed
- Playback speed calibrated
- Tapehead demagnetized
- Includes retro orange headphones
- Portable design for on-the-go listening
- Battery powered for convenience
What customers say
This Sony Sports Walkman garners strong interest driven by nostalgia and its iconic 1990s yellow and black design. Collectors value the unique TV tuner feature, adding to its appeal as an audio artifact. However, the B-Grade condition introduces significant reliability concerns. Buyers frequently report mechanical issues like worn belts or inconsistent playback, meaning the purchase is often viewed as a restoration project rather than a dependable daily player. While the sound quality is acceptable for its era when operational, practical quality issues temper the overall enthusiasm for this piece of audio history.
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