{"product_id":"sony-nw-zx900-walkman-digital-media-player","title":"Sony NW-ZX900 Walkman Digital Media Player (Pre-Order)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNW-ZX900\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by our Signature Walkman® philosophy, the ZX900 blends sleek portability with upgraded components chosen for superior sound. Extended battery life keeps your music playing wherever you go, while the generous 5-inch display and seamless connectivity simplify downloading and streaming for listeners who are truly passionate about every note and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlagship-grade audio components: OFC copper shielding, premium capacitors, low-noise circuitry, gold-bearing solder, and an optimized board layout reduce interference and deliver clear, powerful, spacious sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS-Master™ HX and balanced output: The digital amplifier, advanced noise shaping, stable power design, and 4.4 mm balanced connection support detailed, energetic playback with strong channel separation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDSD remastering and AI upscaling: DSD Remastering converts PCM to 11.2 MHz DSD, while DSEE Ultimate™ restores detail and dynamic range to streamed or downloaded music in real time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Resolution Audio support: Hear studio-quality detail with High-Resolution Audio, native 11.2 MHz DSD through balanced headphones, PCM up to 384 kHz\/32-bit, and MQA™ file playback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium wireless and immersive audio: Bluetooth® 5.4 with LDAC and aptX™ Adaptive delivers high-quality wireless listening, while 360 Reality Audio adds an immersive spatial experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong battery life with 5-inch display: Up to 40 hours of MP3 playback, a responsive 5-inch Full HD touchscreen, and a customizable Walkman® Home Screen make everyday listening easier and more comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWi-Fi® streaming and Android™ apps: Stream or download through compatible Android™ music apps over Wi-Fi®, enjoy local files, and apply DSD Remastering or DSEE Ultimate™ to more content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast transfer and expandable storage: USB Type-C® with USB 3.2 Gen 1 supports quick file transfers, while 64 GB of built-in memory and a microSD slot accommodate larger libraries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomizable sound: A 10-band equalizer, Vinyl Processor, DC Phase Linearizer, and Direct Source mode give you more ways to tailor playback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium portable aluminum design: A rigid milled-aluminum frame combines noise resistance with a sleek, compact form, complemented by analog-inspired volume and cassette-style interfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic-free packaging and accessibility: Plastic-free packaging materials help reduce impact, while human-centered inclusive design supports a more accessible listening experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHigh-end components\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with high-end components you'd expect to find in a top of the range sound system, the ZX900 is the next phase in portable sound fidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts aluminum-alloy frame is paired with a gold-plated oxygen-free copper (OFC) rear chassis, while an OFC milled block shields the digital circuitry and reinforces grounding. A 10-layer, low-dielectric circuit board with copper-filled vias and a layout that separates audio circuitry from power and digital components helps minimize interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium parts include an ultra-low-noise LDO regulator, high-polymer and FT CAP3 capacitors, an 8 mm coil for balanced output, and two low-phase-noise crystal oscillators for the 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz sampling-rate families. Internal OFC wiring and gold-containing solder further support clean, stable signal transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/Image_8_96f4472d-d974-4eee-983b-c500817f6b2e.jpg?v=1792081128\" alt=\"Sony NW-ZX900 premium audio components\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSound processing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur unique sound processing technology is key to bringing the subtlest details of your music to life, delivering impeccable sound regardless of genre or style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S-Master™ HX amplifier uses a look-ahead noise shaper to anticipate quantization noise and improve the clarity of fast musical transients. For a personalized sound, Vinyl Processor recreates some of the warmth and character of records, while DC Phase Linearizer offers six settings inspired by the phase response of analog amplifiers. Direct Source, a 10-band equalizer, and Dynamic Normalizer provide additional listening options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative DSD playback at up to 11.2 MHz requires a balanced headphone connection; when using the stereo mini-jack, DSD is played back as PCM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLong battery life and usability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in music thanks to the ZX900 enhanced battery life and portable design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy up to 40 hours of 128 kbps MP3 playback with Sony's music app, or up to 35 hours using streaming-service apps in offline mode with a balanced connection. The 5-inch (12.7 cm) Full HD (1920 x 1080) touchscreen makes browsing music easy, and the Walkman® Home Screen can be customized to suit your preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB Type-C® with USB 3.2 Gen 1 supports fast file transfers, while microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC compatibility makes it easy to expand your library. The player also supports USB DAC mode for use with a compatible computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/Image_6_b6273d36-a53b-415f-bde6-8fa5b8a72b06.jpg?v=1792081128\" alt=\"Sony NW-ZX900 touchscreen and portable design\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA milled aluminum frame and clear 5.0” display in a sleek, portable, and elegantly simple design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe analog-inspired volume interface adds a classic touch, while the cassette-tape interface and screensaver display artwork that changes according to the codec of the music being played.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/Image_7_1963daf2-c391-475c-9b8a-f5cf1212b369.jpg?v=1792081128\" alt=\"Sony NW-ZX900 milled-aluminum design\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeadphone Out (Stereo mini-jack)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 20-40,000 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Power Output (JEITA 16Ω\/mW): 50mW+50mW (High Gain)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeadphone Out (Balanced standard-jack)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 20-40,000 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Power Output (JEITA 16Ω\/mW): 250mW+250mW (High Gain)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlayback \u0026amp; Display\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: 5.0-inch (12.7 cm) Full HD (1920 x 1080) TFT color touchscreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio Playback: MP3, WMA, FLAC, WAV, AAC, HE-AAC, Apple Lossless, AIFF, DSD, APE, and MQA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Resolution Playback: PCM up to 384 kHz\/32-bit; DSD up to 11.2 MHz (native DSD requires balanced output)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSound Effects: Direct Source, 10-band equalizer, DC Phase Linearizer, Dynamic Normalizer, Vinyl Processor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone Connections: 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack and 4.4 mm balanced output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB: Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1; USB DAC mode supported\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless: Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® 5.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth® Transmission Codecs: SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LC3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal Memory: microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in Memory: 64 GB (approximately 33 GB available)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpandable Storage: microSD card slot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePower \u0026amp; Battery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery: Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery Life: Up to approximately 40 hours of MP3 (128 kbps) playback with Sony's music app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming-App Battery Life: Up to approximately 35 hours in offline mode with a balanced connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharging: USB power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoftware\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating System: Android 16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 77.2mm x 139.8mm x 17.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: Approx. 345 g (12.17 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sony","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67689007677673,"sku":"NW-ZX900","price":1899.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/ZX900_angled_front_UI_play-Large.jpg?v=1792072054","url":"https:\/\/audio46.com\/products\/sony-nw-zx900-walkman-digital-media-player","provider":"Audio46 Headphone Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}