{"product_id":"sony-wm-d6c-s-n-138537-serviced-near-mint-condition-with-original-box-cover-strap-power-adapter-and-tie-pin-microphone","title":"Sony WM-D6C Professional Walkman S\/N 138537 Amorphous Head, Serviced, in Near Mint Condition, with Original Box, Cover, Strap, Power Adapter, and Tie-Pin Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sony WM-D6C Professional Walkman is widely regarded as one of the finest portable cassette recorders ever made. Known for its exceptional sound quality, precision engineering, and remarkable recording capabilities, the WM-D6C has earned a special place among audiophiles, recording enthusiasts, and collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular example is truly exceptional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured around 1989, this is an early-production unit (S\/N 138537), with the highly desirable amorphous head.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnit is in near-mint condition, with extremely low hours, no visible head wear, and barely any cosmetic imperfections, this is as close to a new WM-D6C as we've ever seen. \u003cbr\u003eFinding an early amorphous-head example in this condition, especially with its original packaging and accessories, is not something you see every day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unit has been professionally serviced by a Walkman specialist and is in excellent operating condition. Its playback and recording performance are superb, delivering the exquisite sound that made the WM-D6C legendary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal, serial-number-matched Sony box in very good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Sony leather carrying case in near-mint condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal shoulder strap, which appears to have never been used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra-correct Sanyo AC power adapter (compatible replacement, not the original Sony adapter).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonus Sony ECM-T110 tie-pin electret condenser microphone, era-correct, seens unused, in its original open box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Few Notes on Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe believe in complete transparency, especially when offering a collectible piece of vintage equipment at this level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe battery compartment showed evidence of a minor battery leak at some point in its history. \u003cbr\u003eIt has been thoroughly cleaned and restored to full functionality, and is now 100% operational. \u003cbr\u003e* Apologies for the faint vinegar smell, it was used to neutralize the acid remainders...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is also an extremely faint mechanical noise originating from the tape counter mechanism, as identified by our technician as a well-known issue with these models. \u003cbr\u003eAddressing it would have required completely stripping down the unit, and given that it has no effect on operation or sound quality, our technician recommended leaving it undisturbed rather than introducing unnecessary risk to an otherwise exceptional machine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo put this into perspective, the noise is so faint that our camera couldn't capture it during our video demonstration. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeither of these minor observations detracts from the outstanding condition, functionality, or listening experience of this remarkable Walkman.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Rare Opportunity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the serious Sony collector or vintage audio enthusiast, this is an opportunity to own an extraordinarily well-preserved, professionally serviced early-production WM-D6C with the coveted amorphous head.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of its remarkable condition, minimal apparent use, original serial-matched packaging, and exceptionally well-preserved accessories makes this a particularly special example of one of the most celebrated portable cassette machines ever produced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease take the time to watch our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/XWpXgTrCvIo\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sony WM-D6C Video Demonstration\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003evideo demonstration\u003c\/a\u003e and examine the detailed close-up photographs. We want you to know exactly what you're getting, and we believe this beautiful WM-D6C speaks for itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ultraferric.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Us\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereach out\u003c\/a\u003e with any questions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"REVOX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67691475009855,"sku":null,"price":2299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/2261\/9967\/files\/CoverPhoto.jpg?v=1791847243","url":"https:\/\/ultraferric.com\/products\/sony-wm-d6c-s-n-138537-serviced-near-mint-condition-with-original-box-cover-strap-power-adapter-and-tie-pin-microphone","provider":"Ultra Ferric","version":"1.0","type":"link"}