Sony WM-FX494

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Get premium, late-era vintage audio performance. The 2001 Sony WM-FX494 features full Auto-Reverse cassette playback alongside a digital TV, Weather, and FM/AM radio tuner. This un it has been completely overhauled and calibrated by an IPC-certified electronics technician to meet strict factory performance standards. Skip the gamble of "untested" vintage gear; this Walkman has been professionally rebuilt for reliable, crystal-clear playback. Key Features & Specs Auto-Reverse Playback: Listen to both sides of your tape continuously without opening the door. Digital Radio + Weather: Built-in FM/AM tuner with an LCD screen, 32 station presets, and dedicated Weather band access. Mega Bass: Sony's classic analog bass boost for deep, warm low-end. Power: Extended battery efficiency, running for up to 25 hours on just 2 x AA batteries. Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Minor cosmetic wear consistent with age; mechanically and electronically flawless. Accessories: Comes with Koss KPH7 and a pair of batteries. The Refurbishment Process New Precision Belt: Fitted with a premium, correct-spec drive belt for rock-solid tape speed and ultra-low wow and flutter. Mechanical Overhaul: Auto-reverse gears and transport mechanism stripped of old grease and relubricated with high-grade synthetic oils. Audio Calibration: Playback head demagnetized and oscilloscope-aligned for crisp highs and perfect stereo balance in both directions. Speed Tuned: Motor speed electronically calibrated to exactly 3,000 Hz using professional digital counters. DeoxIT Treatment: Volume wheels and digital logic switches treated to eliminate all audio scratching and signal dropouts. https://www.facebook.com/p/Dead-Gen-AV-61590949724096/ Show more