This compact Sony Walkman receives FM/AM stereo and plays and records cassette tapes. With its built-in microphone and built-in speaker, there are no additional hardware requirements necessary to play and record music or voice. The stereo speakers (140MW + 140MW) produce a rich, complete sound. While it is possible to record via the Walkman's built-in microphone, this recording will not be in stereo. If you want the full sound of stereo captures, simply attach the included stereo microphone via the external microphone input jack. With the double recording time option, you can record a standard cassette at either normal speed or half the normal speed, thus doubling your recording time. This is a nice feature for those encountering long lectures or dictation sessions. The cue and review feature provides sound to be heard as the fast forward and rewind modes are used, a helpful tool when searching for specific passages. Sony has incorporated an advanced anti-rolling mechanism to maximize sound reproduction even while the Walkman is jostled and bumped. The Walkman's stereo speakers produce quality sound. The player's automatic volume limiter system (AVLS) maintains an even volume level, guarding against unintended level increases; it also normalizes the output of musical passages that vary widely in level. The tape deck's one-way tape playback lets you enjoy uninterrupted listening to one complete cassette side. For those who enjoy deep bass sound, Sony's Mega Bass system will surely impress, providing a distinctly rich sound, even though earphones.
The Walkman runs on 2 AA batteries and will last approximately 31.5 hours in tape playback mode and up to forty hours in FM reception mode. To help with battery usage, Sony has installed an automatic shut-off feature on the playback mode to extend battery and mechanical usage. The Walkman comes with the MDR-E808LP stereo headphones and a stereo microphone.
What's in the Box
Sony WM-GX221 Walkman, stereo headphones, stereo microphone, ninety day warranty and a user's manual.
