Sony Unveils Premium Walkman Lineup Headlined by $5,899 USD Gold-Plated Player
The refreshed digital media range spans the flagship NW-WM1ZM3, aluminum NW-WM1AM3, and compact NW-ZX900.
Summary
Sony has updated its high-end portable audio lineup with three next-generation Walkman digital media players
The range is led by the flagship NW-WM1ZM3 boasting a gold-plated oxygen-free copper chassis and high-resolution internals
Preorders are open now via Sony and Amazon with prices ranging from $1,899.99 to $5,899.99 USD ahead of a January shipping date
Sony has officially refreshed its luxury audio roster with the introduction of its new Walkman digital media player lineup, headlined by the flagship Sony Signature Series NW-WM1ZM3. First reported by Joseph Green, the three-tier collection opens for preorder alongside the aluminum-bodied NW-WM1AM3 and the more accessible NW-ZX900.
Engineered for sound purists, the updated models are “engineered to deliver exceptional sound and incorporate a wealth of premium audio components throughout their design.” Anchoring the collection is the flagship NW-WM1ZM3 ($5,899.99 USD), constructed with a precision-machined, gold-plated oxygen-free copper chassis. Inside, the device integrates dual solid high-polymer capacitors, heavy KIMBER KABLE wiring, and Sony’s S-Master HX digital amplifier with Native DSD support. It also boasts a 5.5-inch touchscreen display, Android-powered streaming capabilities, and up to 35 hours of high-resolution battery life.
The launch is rounded out by the aluminum-bodied NW-WM1AM3 ($2,999.99 USD) and the compact NW-ZX900 ($1,899.99 USD), which translate high-fidelity digital decoding and modern connectivity into more approachable formats.
The Sony NW-WM1ZM3, NW-WM1AM3, and NW-ZX900 Walkmans are available for preorder now via Sony and select retailers, with orders scheduled to ship in January.
