Sony’s new gold-plated Walkman costs $5,899: How to preorder
This render with a transparent background is the closest we’ll ever come to touching one of these things. | Image: Sony Sony has announced a trio of new Walkman portable media players that start at an already absurd $1,899.99 for the NW-ZX900 and climb all the way up to $5,899 for the gold-plated NW-WM1ZM3. Sandwiched in between is the $2,999.99 Walkman NW-WM1AM3, which is nearly identical to the WM1ZM3, just minus the gaudy gold shell. All three devices are aimed squarely at the audiophile mark
Coverage across the spectrum
How we rate outletsThe story so far
- Sony made a $5,900 gold-plated Walkman MP3 player.
Who's reporting it
Timeline
23h ago
The Next Web (XX): Sony's new flagship Walkman costs $5,899 and weighs 670g. There is no European price, and the EU's removable battery rule applies from Febru
22h ago
The Verge: A $6,000 media player slathered is gold is the perfect gift for the millionaire audiophile in your life.
21h ago
IGN: Have you ever looked at your phone and thought, "This should only play music, and it should be shinier?" Well, good news, Sony is bringing o
4h ago
Mashable: Is anyone actually dropping $5,900 on a Walkman?
More in World
Lewis Hamilton: Ferrari driver explains taking strategy into own hands in Singapore ahead of United States GP
Multiple outlets • 2h ago
Lewis Hamilton has explained the reasons why he overrode Ferrari's call to pit in the Singapore Grand Prix, a mistake he says he "owned up to" and will work not to repeat - but which would not prevent him from continuing "challenging the norms".
3 sources
Hollywood mourns Tom Skerritt: Legendary star of Alien, Top Gun and Picket Fences passes away at 93 as family releases heartbreaking tribute
Multiple outlets • 2h ago
Tom Skerritt, best known for his roles in Top Gun, Picket Fences, and Alien, has passed away at the age of 93. His family announced the news on Wednesday in a statement shared by the actor’s publicist, confirming that he died of natural causes. “We are heartbroken by his loss,” the statement read. “While the net - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More .
8 sources
Boy, 14, allegedly raped in north shore park in random attack
Multiple outlets • 57m ago
2 sources
James Anderson: Counties keen to speak to seamer after Lancashire exit
Multiple outlets • 1h ago
James Anderson will have options to extend his legendary playing career after being told he will not be given a new contract by Lancashire.
3 sources
Could a few simple food swaps improve your morning routine?
Multiple outlets • 1h ago
The good news is that you don’t have to completely overhaul your meals to improve your diet.
3 sources
Europa League: Bournemouth Hammer 10-Man Milan, Juventus Denied At The Death
Multiple outlets • 1h ago
Bournemouth secured a sensational 3-0 home victory over 10-man AC Milan in the Europa League, with Justin Kluivert and Marcus Tavernier scoring penalties.
5 sources
Reader Discussion
Loading comments…