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Walkman® AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player/Recorder

Model number: WM-GX221

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Position 6 Accessories

Stereo Cassette Recorder and Playback

offers the flexibility of recording as well as playing standard cassettes with full stereo sound

Built-In Stereo Speakers (140mW + 140mW)

produce ample output to let you fully enjoy the sound of cassettes recorded in stereo as well as monaural

Stereo Recording (Using External Stereo Microphone)

provides for more realistic recordings of voice and music, with clear distinction between left and right channels

Automatic Volume Limiter System (AVLS)

automatically adjusts music passages that vary widely, for improved listener comfort and clear sound

Mega Bass® (On/Off Position) Sound System

produces richer, deeper bass tones for more powerful overall sound

Built-In Microphone

for extra convenience, eliminates the need for an external microphone in many situations

Cue and Review

provides sound during Fast Forward and Rewind modes to help you find specific passages

Advanced Anti-Rolling Mechanism

is a dramatically improved tape transport mechanism that maximizes sound reproduction even when the unit is carried

One Way Tape Playback

lets you enjoy uninterrupted listening to a full side of a standard stereo cassette

AM/FM Analog Tuner

provides accurate tuning of AM and FM stereo radio stations

Double Recording Time

gives you the option of recording on a standard cassette at either normal speed or half the normal speed, for twice the normal recording time; very useful for extended recording or dictation sessions

High Quality Speaker Sound provides excellent reproduction of recorded sound, to monitor tape playback and enjoy your own recordings as well as commercially recorded stereo cassettes

Automatic Shut-Off (Playback)

helps extend battery life and helps prevent mechanical wear by turning off the unit at end of tape

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Product Warranty

Limited Warranty

Product Specifications

Speaker

Type : Built-in

Convenience Features

Search Features : Cue and Review

Audio

Frequency Response : Playback: 40-15000Hz; Recording: 100-8000Hz
Recording System : 4-Track, 2-Channel Stereo
Microphone : Built-in
Frequency Range : FM: 87.6-108MHz; AM: 530-1710kHz
Tape Speed : 2 Speeds (4.8cm/s, 2.4cm/sec)

Weights and Measurements

Dimensions (Approx) Width : 4 1/2" (112 mm)
Dimensions (Approx) Height : 3 1/4" (82.5 mm)
Dimensions (Approx) Depth : 1 1/2" (38 mm)
Weight (Approx.) : 6.8oz (190 g) main unit only
Dimensions (Approx.) : 4 1/2" x 3 1/4" x 1 1/2" (112 x 82.5 x 38mm)

Hardware

Display : Tuning Indicator, Record/Battery Indicator

General

Type of Use : Desktop Voice Recorder
Recording Media : Standard Audio Cassette
Recording and Playback Times : up to 90 minutes

Convenience

Automatic Shut-off : Yes

Power

Output Power : 280mW (140mW x 2); Headphones: 8mW/channel x 2 (@32 ohms)
Battery Life (Approx.) : Up to 40 Hours (Tape Playback: 31.5 hours w/Sony Alkaline Batteries ; FM Reception: Up to 40 hours w/Sony Alkaline Batteries)
Battery Type : "AA" x 2