Advanced cassette player with EX Amorphous Head, SONY WM-EX77.
A fine example of to the upper-class models of that time.
Still with the original promo sticker - Japanese version.
BONUS: Sony HF blank tape.
FEATURES EXPLAINED:
- The unit sports an EX amorphous head.
To keep the angle of the head and the tape at a constant leve this model has adopted the EX mechanism with a special tape guide.
- An EX DBB equipped (Dynamic Bass Boost) circuit ic also present - able to emphasize the bass frequency of 50Hz up to 16 times.
Automatically adjusts the amount of emphasis depending on the level of volume knob at an y specific time. In addition it prevents the delicate tremble response to be lost by varying the amount of linear amplification depending on the volume changes of the original sound.
- A 10-minute rapid charging function is also an amazing feat (can charge up to 50% of the full charge in just 10 minutes; it can be fully charged in 30 minutes).
It will automatically switch from the rapid charge to normal charge in accordance with the remaining amount of power in the rechargeable battery.
- The “hold” button has been replaced by a sliding door that covers the main function controls, effectively eliminating erroneous operations such as touching the buttons by mistake.
- Equipped with an automated songs search, by detecting their beginning (and the silent space between tracks), AMS (Automatic Music Sensor) can skip through songs by simply pressing the FF/REW button during Play. This function can be operated from the Walkman or from the remote control.
- The Walkman comes also equipped with a newly developed function named AVLS. This feature constantly monitors the state of the music signal during playback, and controls the volume coming out of the headphones so it won’t exceed the point of sound leakage. It provides safe listening levels.
- The sound fluctuation caused by the dynamic characteristics of vibrations (while walking or subjected to movement) has been noticeable reduced via a more precise and rigid tape transport.
- Equipped with an A-side / B side display function, you won’t have to guess which side you are playing and avoid distractions while trying to ascertain what song belong to a specific side.
- Aluminum composite metal built - sturdy and light.
Specifications:
Type: Auto Reverse Cassette Player
Tape Type: type I, CrO2, Metal
Noise Reduction: B
Output: 5mW
Accessories: headphones
Battery: 1 x AA
Power Supply: 1.5V DC
Dimensions: 108.2 x 75.7 x 24.5mm
Weight: 175g
Year: 1993
WORKING CONDITION:
The Walkman powers up when the battery is inserted. All the feather touch controls are in great condition. Upon pressing play one can hear the motor humming and the tape side detection working but no tape movement is seen. This is most likely due to a belt needing to be replaced or the unit needs general servicing and lubrication of parts.
The unit was tested with rechargeable battery (powers on), regular battery (works) and wall adapter (also powers the unit).
I also tested it with a remote control (from another Sony I own) and it works.
Cosmetically in great condition with some minor scuffing.
The photos are original and depict the actual item. Please review them to see the condition the Walkman is in - everything else has been described in detail above.
Please contact me with any questions.
Happy eBaying.