Sony WM-D6 Professional Walkman Cassette Recorder - Fully Working - Rare

Sony WM-D6 Professional Stereo Cassette Recorder

A rare opportunity to acquire the original Sony WM-D6 Professional Walkman, one of the most respected portable cassette recorders ever produced. The WM-D6 was the model that established Sony’s reputation for professional portable recording and is now highly sought after by collectors, enthusiasts, and analogue audio professionals worldwide.

This is the original WM-D6, not the later D6C model.

The recorder has been fully tested and is in excellent working condition, with smooth transport operation and all primary functions performing as intended.

Cosmetically, it presents extremely well for its age. The body is clean, the printed lettering remains sharp, and the controls and cassette door are in excellent vintage condition with only light signs of careful use.

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Condition

* Fully working
* Playback tested and operating correctly
* Recording functions operate correctly
* Transport controls function as they should
* Volume and controls operate smoothly
* Clean battery compartment
* Excellent overall cosmetic condition

Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

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Minor Cosmetic Note

For complete accuracy, two small exterior screws are missing, as shown clearly in the photographs.

This is a purely cosmetic issue and does not affect the operation, performance, or structural integrity of the recorder in any way. Correct replacement screws are inexpensive and readily available should the new owner wish to fit them.

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Included

* Sony WM-D6 Professional Stereo Cassette Recorder
* Two TDK D90 Type I cassette tapes (as pictured)

Only the items shown in the photographs are included.

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Why the WM-D6?

The original WM-D6 is regarded as one of the finest portable cassette recorders Sony ever produced. Built to an exceptionally high standard, it became popular with journalists, broadcasters, musicians, and serious hi-fi enthusiasts for its outstanding sound quality and robust engineering.

Original WM-D6 units in genuine working condition are becoming increasingly difficult to find, making this an excellent opportunity for both collectors and those who appreciate classic analogue audio equipment.

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Shipping

The recorder will be carefully packaged using high-quality protective materials and dispatched promptly.

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A superb, fully working example of the original Sony WM-D6, ready to enjoy or add to a serious vintage audio collection.