Your smartphone can do just about everything, but Sony thinks your music deserves a player of its own. Enter the latest premium Walkman.
Leading the lineup are the NW-WM1ZM3 and NW-WM1AM3, which feature premium materials and upgraded audio components for clearer, more detailed sound.
The flagship NW-WM1ZM3 uses a gold-plated, oxygen-free copper chassis and specialized wiring to help reduce noise and preserve audio quality.
The NW-WM1AM3, on the other hand, combines an aluminum-alloy chassis with a gold-plated copper rear panel to enhance rigidity and sound quality.
The NW-ZX900 features several premium components, including an ultra-low noise LDO regulator and crystal oscillators that are the same as those used in the higher-end models..
All three players feature Sony’s S-Master HX digital amplifier and DSD Remastering Engine, which converts PCM audio into a high-frequency DSD stream. The technology works with both downloaded tracks and music streamed over Wi-Fi.
When it comes to battery life, the NW-WM1ZM3 and NW-WM1AM3 offer up to 35 hours of MP3 playback or 31 hours of streaming. Meanwhile, the NW-ZX900 delivers up to 40 hours of MP3 playback or 35 hours of streaming.
For easier navigation, the WM1 Series features a 5.5-inch touchscreen, while the ZX900 has a 5-inch display. Customizable home screens and larger album artwork complete the updates.
The new Walkmans will arrive in selected Asia-Pacific markets starting November 2026. Pricing and Philippine availability have yet to be announced.
