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Sony® Signature Series WM1Z 256GB Walkman® MP3 Player
At a Glance
Product Dimensions 4.86"h x 2.58"w x 0.79"d
Reach the pinnacle of portable listening with Sony’s Signature Series Hi-Res Walkman that combines years of experience in digital amplification with our relentless pursuit of brilliant audio quality. From the groundbreaking digital amplifier, to the best-in-class gold-plated OFC chassis and Kimber cables, each Signature Series component elevates the high-resolution sound experience from one you listen to, to one you can feel.Read More
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Product Overview
Product Overview
Pure sound, premium parts
Discover the functional beauty of oxygen-free copper. The NW-WM1Z is fully encased in a high-grade gold-plated oxygen-free copper chassis. Widely used in instrument manufacturing, the copper lends the player its unique natural, acoustic sound. Its conductivity and raw strength reinforce the Walkman® with unrivalled audio performance.
Advanced cable design
Made using advanced braiding techniques, the four wire braided cables engineered with KIMBER KABLE® are handcrafted to seamlessly handle high power and deliver ultimate sound performance.
Streamlined power
The newly developed FT CAP (high polymer capacitor) works to regulate power flow, optimizing it for instant, clean power when needed.
Reliable circuitry
The surface mounted Fine Sound Register ensures even, effective distribution of power to the circuit components, for consistent sound quality.
A revolution in authentic sound quality
Building upon a wealth of experience in digital amp technology, our engineers developed the NW-WM1Z with detailed acoustics and natural sound qualities, resulting in a unique and truly pleasurable listening experience.
Putting sound in its element
Delivering every note as the artist intended with High-Resolution Audio. Enjoy the subtlest nuances of studio-quality sound in higher than CD quality with High-Resolution Audio. Passion for music unites every component from signal to speaker, so it feels like the artist is performing right in front of you. High-resolution audio files usually use a high sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 192 kHz at 24-bit.
Faithful sound reproduction
The new S-Master™ HX digital amp technology, independently developed for Walkman®, has evolved to be compatible with Native DSD, Balanced and high output power formats. It reduces distortion and noise across a wide range of frequencies for rich, full-bodied sound.
Lose nothing in translation
The NW-WM1Z supports native DSD (Direct Stream Digital) audio files, which are sourced early in the production process. This means they retain all the authentic detail of the original recording.
The new standard of power
The Walkman® features a balanced single plug, designed for the new ø0.17" balanced connection cable. This separates left and right sound signals, while minimizing signal transmission loss and resulting sound deterioration.
Preserving the feeling
Capturing every note and nuance with DSEE HX. Take the concert feeling home and experience your music as the artist intended, in near High-Resolution Audio quality. DSEE HX upscaling technology uses an algorithm to analyze your music and replace any lost information, so that the quality is almost high-resolution level. Choose from 4 additional modes to the standard to bring out the best in your music.
DC Phase Linearizer
Pure sound translation. Our DC Phase Linearizer works to effectively replicate a wide variety of sonic signatures. It applies digital-signal processing to match the phase characteristics of various types of analog amplifier to deliver a purer, more analog-like sound. Choose from six phase character settings.
Designed for life
Operating the NW-WM1Z Walkman® will become second nature thanks to the device’s intuitive usability and real life-optimized features.
Discover better Bluetooth with LDAC
LDAC is a new audio technology from Sony that allows you to enjoy high quality wireless audio via Bluetooth. With 3x the data transmitted, LDAC provides an enhanced wireless listening experience for all your music.
Discover the Signature Series
Settle for nothing less than immersive excellence with the full range of Signature Series products. Designed for ultimate sound quality, they transcend audio conventions to elevate every note.
High-Resolution Audio compatible
Native DSD (direct stream digital) file support
DSEE HX upscales music to high resolution quality
S-Master HX digital amplifier for pure sound quality
256 GB capacity (up to 1,600 High-Resolution Audio tracks)
Useful Documents
Specifications
General Specs | |
| Color | Gold |
| Depth (in.) | 0.79 |
| Width (in.) | 2.58 |
| Height (in.) | 4.86 |
| Color Finish Name | Gold |
General | |
| Dimensions (W X H X D) | 2.87" x 4.89" x 0.78" |
| Weight | 16.05 oz |
| Battery Life - Continuous Playback Music | 33 Hour (MP3 128 kbps) 30 Hour (FLAC 96 kHz/24 bit) 26 Hour (FLAC 192 kHz/24 bit) 11 Hour (DSD 11.2 MHz) |
| Charging Time (Full Charge) | 7 hours |
| Charging Time (Quick Charge) | No |
| Memory Size | 256 GB |
| USB Connection | Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) |
| WM-Port | 22 pins |
| Music Play Mode | Normal, Repeat, Shuffle |
| File Management | No |
| MP3 | Yes |
| WMA (NON-DRM) | Yes |
| WMA (DRM) | No |
| AAC-LC (NON-DRM) | No |
| Linear PCM | Yes |
| PC External Storage Device | Yes |
| MPEG4 | No |
| AVC (H.264/AVC) | No |
| WMV 9 | No |
| Bass Boost | No |
| Voice Recording | No |
| FM Recording | No |
| Radio Tuner | No |
| Sound Effects | 10-band equalizer/Tone control (Feature exclusive), DC Phase Linearizer, Direct Source (Direct), DSEE HX, Dynamic normalizer |
| Audio Playback | AAC (Non-DRM), AIFF, ALAC, DSD, FLAC, HE-AAC, Linear PCM, MP3, WMA (Non-DRM) |
| Speaker Type | No |
| Clear Bass | No |
| Clear Stereo | No |
| Compact | No |
| Cord Length | No |
| Display Resolution | 854 x 480 (FWVGA) |
| Display Type | TFT color video display |
| Drag And Drop | Yes |
| Driver Unit | No |
| DSEE HX | Yes |
| Dynamic Normalizer | Yes |
| Equalizer | Yes |
| FM Tuner | No |
| Frequency Response | No |
| Headphone Style | No |
| High Resolution Audio | High Resolution Audio |
| Horizontal / Vertical Display | No |
| Music Searching Methods | All songs, Album, Artist, Genre, Release year, Composer, Playlists, Hi-Res, Recent transfers, Folder, SensMe Channels |
| Photo Playback | No |
| Photo Play Mode | No |
| Plug | No |
| Screen Size (Inch) | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Sensitivities (DB/MW) | No |
| Wearing Style | No |
| Waterproof | No |
| Operating System | Sony original OS |
| System Requirements | Mac OS® X v10.8～10.11, Microsoft Windows® 10, Windows Vista® (SP2 or later), Windows® 7 (SP1 or later), Windows® 8.1 |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Digital Noise Cancelling | No |
| Terminals | 0.17" balanced jack, microSD slot, Stereo mini jack, WM-PORT |
| Wireless Capabilities | Bluetooth®, NFC |
| Video Play Mode | No |
What's In The Box | |
| Wrist Strap | Yes |
| USB cable | Yes |
| Leather carrying case | Yes |
| Quick Start Guide | Yes |
