[Product name]

Sony WM-F550C Cassette Player Walkman Black 

[Product detail]

Released in 1988, the "Cassette Walkman WM-F550C" is a masterpiece that embodies the technological excellence of Sony's golden era. Based on the high-fidelity WM-550C—which featured Dolby C noise reduction—this model was a top-tier offering that lavishly added AM/FM/TV (3-band) radio functionality. It dramatically suppresses the hiss noise characteristic of cassette tapes, allowing you to enjoy high-quality analog sound—clear and impactful—delivered by the "EX Amorphous Head" even today. Its compact yet substantial metal body exudes the mechanical beauty of the 1980s "Showa Retro" aesthetic and offers a vintage appeal that satisfies the pride of ownership. It also features a convenient auto-reverse function and excellent usability as a gadget, such as the ability to switch to the radio while listening to music. With the recent resurgence of analog records and cassette tapes, Walkmans from this era are highly prized by collectors worldwide. It is perfect not only for practical use but also as a nostalgic collector's item, a piece of retro decor, or a unique gift for a loved one. We invite you to take this opportunity to experience the superb sound of this classic machine.

[Condition]
Very good. No noticeable scratches or stains.

All operation and function-switching buttons on the unit (such as DBB bass boost and Dolby ON/OFF) have been tested.
It features a standard 3.5mm headphone jack, allowing you to use commercially available headphones.
To avoid potential malfunction, we do not recommend using tapes longer than 90 minutes, tapes showing significant signs of age-related deterioration, or low-quality tapes of overseas manufacture.

【Refurbishment Details】
Replaced drive belt with a high-quality, durable unit (no low-quality generic belts used).
Replaced pinch roller with a new one.
Lubricated motor drive shaft.
Cleaned capstan shaft.
Re-applied silicone grease to gear rotation points.
Precision-polished and cleaned the head to a mirror-like finish.
Removed oxidation from metal contacts to improve electrical conductivity.
Demagnetized using a TEAC E-3 head demagnetizer.

[Type]

Cassette Player & Recorder

[Size]

Width 70.1 mm × Height 106.4 mm × Depth 24.2 mm (excluding protrusions)

[Weight]

205g

Please pay within 5 days.

Shipping from Japan with Tracking Number & Insurance.
We usually ship out your order within 4-6 working days after receiving your payment.

Customs and duties:
For buyers in the United States:
Import duties and taxes are included in the item price or shipping cost. Items shipped to the U.S. are sent under the Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) method, which means all import-related charges are prepaid. You don’t need to pay any additional fees when your order arrives.
For buyers outside the United States:
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be before bidding or buying.