$1,149.00
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This year marks the 40th Anniversary of Walkman®. The first Walkman TPS-L2 launched in 1979 and became a design and engineering icon, changing the way people listen to music forever. For the first time, it was possible to enjoy your favourite tracks, albums and artists in high quality sound, anytime, anywhere – and we’ve been doing so ever since.
Every note as the artist intended
Take your digital music collection to another level with High-Resolution Audio. By capturing and reproducing digital audio at a higher rate than CD (24-bit/96kHz and beyond), High-Resolution Audio allows you to get closer to the original studio recording.
11.2 MHz DSD Native / PCM 384kHz
Supreme quality with 11.2MHz DSD native using balanced headphones and PCM 384KHz/32-bit support.
S-Master HX™
The S-Master HX™ digital amp reduces distortion and noise across a wide range of frequencies for rich, full-bodied sound.
Hi-Res Audio wireless
Enjoy High-Resolution Audio quality music streaming thanks to LDAC, our premium wireless codec. With 3x the bitrate of standard BLUETOOTH® technology, you can enjoy a superior listening experience for all your music.
Balanced output
A Ø4.4mm balanced connector supplies compatible headphones with fully-discrete left and right channels for less noise and clearer sound.
Engineered for superior sound
The NW-ZX500 Walkman® is precision-engineered using the highest quality materials and components so you can enjoy an exceptional listening experience.
Aluminium milled frame
A rigid aluminium milled frame provides strong resistance to electrical noise, helping the NW-ZX500 to deliver clear, powerful bass notes.
Copper milled block
Inside the Walkman’s compact body, components are mounted on a milled block crafted from copper. Thanks to its larger dimensions, compared to previous models, the block results in reduced resistance and improves electrical grounding for the digital section, enabling the NW-ZX500 to realise even clearer sound.
Newly developed FT CAP
Custom-made for Sony and tuned by Sony engineers, the newly developed FT CAP (high polymer capacitor) strengthens the power supply to the amp block for a balanced output. This helps the NW-ZX500 deliver expansive vocals and instrumentation, plus powerful bass notes.
NFC™ One-touch and Bluetooth® for instant connectivity
Near Field Communication (NFC) and Bluetooth® wireless technology make connecting to your music fast and easy. Just touch your NFC-enabled device to your NW-ZX500 Series for a quick, seamless connection, then start streaming. No NFC? No problem. Connect via Bluetooth and you’re ready to go. LDAC and aptX™ HD audio compatibility is available.
Size & Weight |
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Dimensions (W X H X D) | Approx. 57.9mm x 122.6mm x 14.8mm |
Weight | Approx. 164 g |
Power |
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Battery Life (Continuous Music Playback Time) |
MP3 (128kbps) / Stereo mini-jack: 20 hours,MP3 (128kbps) / Balanced standard-jack: 19 hours,AAC (256kbps) / Stereo mini-jack: 20 hours,AAC (256kbps) / Balanced standard-jack: 19 hours, FLAC (192kHz / 24bit) / Stereo mini-jack: 16 hours,FLAC (192kHz / 24bit) / Balanced standard-jack: 15 hours,DSD (2.8224MHz / 1bit) / Stereo mini-jack: 10 hours,DSD (2.8224MHz / 1bit) / Balanced standard-jack: 9 hours |
Charging Time (Full Charge) | Approx. 6.5 hrs |
Built-In Battery | Built-in Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery |
Charging and Power Supply | USB power (from a computer via a USB) |
Storage Media |
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Memory Size |
64GB |
Playback & display |
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Music Searching Methods |
All Songs,Artist,Release Year,Playlists,Album,Genre,Composer,Hi-Res,Recent Transfers,Folder,Cue sheet |
Music Play Mode | Shuffle Playback,Repeat Off,Repeat 1 Song,Repart All,All Range,Selected Range |
Drag and Drop | Yes |
Display Resolution | 3.6-inch (9.1 cm) ,HD (1280 x 720 Pixels) |
Display Type | TFT colour display with white LED-backlight |
Sound Effects | Direct Source (Direct) ,10 Band equalizer,DSEE HX,DC Phase Linearizer,Dynamic Normalizer,Vinyl Processor |
Audio Playback | MP3 ( .MP3): 32 - 320kbps (supports VBR) / 32, 44.1, 48kHz ,WMA ( .WMA): 32 - 192kbps (supports VBR) / 44.1kHz,FLAC ( .flac): 16, 24bit / 8-384kHz,WAV ( .WAV): 16, 24, 32bit (Float / Integer) / 8-384kHz,AAC ( .mp4, .m4a, .3gp): 16-320kbps / 8-48kHz,HE-AAC ( .mp4, .m4a, .3gp): 32-144kbps / 8-48kHz,Apple Lossless ( .mp4, .m4a): 16, 24bit / 8-384kHz,AIFF ( .aif, .aiff, .afc, .aifc): 16, 24, 32bit / 8-384kHz,DSD ( .dsf, .dff): 1bit / 2.8224, 5.6448, 11.2896 MHz,APE ( .ape): 8, 16, 24bit / 8-192kHz (Fast, Normal, High) ,MQA ( .mqa.flac): Supported |
Headphone Out (Stereo mini-jack) |
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Frequency | 20-40,000 Hz |
Maximum Power Output (Jeita 16ω/Mw) | 0.4-1.1mW (32Ω). |
Headphone Out (Balanced standard-jack) |
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Frequency | 20-40,000 Hz |
Maximum Power Output (Jeita 16ω/Mw) | 0.4-1.1mW (32Ω). |
Software |
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Operating System | Android 9.0 |
Connectivity |
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Terminals | Headphone: Stereo mini jack, Balanced standard-jack,External memory: Micro SD Micro SDHC Micro SDXC |
Wireless Capabilities |
Communication system: Bluetooth Specification Version 5.0 NFC: Yes Supported Bluetooth profiles: Yes Supported Codecs (Transmission): Yes Supported Codecs (Reception): No |