Connect with us

Hi, what are you looking for?

DAPs

Sony Walkman NWZ-A17 Hi-Res Music Player

Sony Walkman NWZ-A17 Hi-Res Audio Digital Music Player

Sony just announced the 64GB Walkman NWZ-A17 Hi-res audio, portable, digital music player for $300. It supports digital music files up to 192 kHz/24 bit. Compatible file formats include MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, AIFF, WAV and ALAC. Users can also enjoy high quality Bluetooth audio streaming convenience and simplified connectivity with Near Field Communications (NFC) technology. With built in SBC and aptX codec support, users will benefit from high-quality audio when streaming music wirelessly.

With 64GB of internal memory, the Walkman NWZ-A17 provides plenty of room for a music lover’s library of tunes. A microSD slot has been added, and microSDXC memory cards with a capacity of 64GB or greater are also supported. And, the built-in lithium ion battery provides up to 50 hours of MP3 audio playback or up to 30 hours of Hi-Res Audio playback per charge.

Sony says the Walkman NWZ-A17 is the world’s smallest and lightest Hi-Res Audio player. The device’s sleek and compact design features a spun brushed aluminum chassis in front and a simple user interface for ease-of-use. On the inside, the Walkman A17 borrows a few tricks from some of Sony’s flagship audio products. First up is the high-purity lead-free solder from the ES audio line, used for thousands of component connections. The first time being adopted in a portable device, this high-purity lead-free solder allows for reproduction of finely-detailed sounds with well-balanced low, mid and high frequency ranges. In addition, the power supply line strengthened by thickened wires offers reduced impedance, reducing distortion and ensuring deep, sonorous bass. The extremely rigid aluminum die-cast chassis further reduces electronic noise and stabilizes sound reproduction. Finally, instead of conventional ceramic capacitors, a high-grade POSCAP capacitor is used as the charge pump for the S-Master HX digital amplifier to minimize noise and distortion even further.

The S-Master HX digital amplifier, uniquely developed for Hi-Res audio playback, reduces distortion and noise while reproducing wide frequency response for a clearer acoustic experience. DSEE HX technology is used to upscale the quality of compressed digital files (MP3, AAC, and WMA) to surpass CD resolution, nearing High Resolution quality, giving the listener the feeling of being in the performance space, and closer to the original recording.

Price and Availability
Sony Walkman NWZ-A17 will be available November 2014 for $299.99.

Specifications

Model Name NWZ-A17
Available colors Silver
Internal memory 64GB
External memory microSD (card not included)
Display size/resolution 2.2-inch (5.6 cm)TFT color LCD QVGA (320×240)
Compatible media formats Music: FLAC/Apple Lossless(ALAC)/MP3/AAC/HE-AAC/WMA/Linear PCM(WAV)/AIFF: Copyright protected AAC-LC files cannot be played back. Copyright protected WMA files cannot be played back.
Movie: MPEG-4/AVC(H.264/AVC)/Windows Media Video 9
Sound effects/processing S-Master HX/DSEE HX/Clear Audio+/Clear Bass/Equalizer/VPT(surround)/Dynamic Normalizer
Battery life MP3 50 hrs: MP3 128kbps (Bluetooth OFF)
Hi-Res Audio 30 hrs: FLAC 192kHz/24bit  (Bluetooth OFF)
Bluetooth Communication system: Bluetooth Ver. 2.1+EDR1Compatible Bluetooth profiles: A2DP/AVRCP/OPPSupported Codec: SBC/ aptX
Weight 66g
Dimension (projecting parts not included) 43.6 x 109 x 8.7mm
FM Radio 87.5~108.0MHz : Headphone is not included.
NFC Yes

Advertisement. Scroll to continue reading.

Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Advertisement

Latest Products

JL Audio C6-653cs Speakers for Ford F-150

Car Speakers

Upgrade your Ford F-150's audio with Garmin's new JL Audio C6 three-way speakers and Stealthbox subwoofer. Experience powerful sound and custom fit for your...

Bowers and Wilkins Px7s3 headphones in Indigo Blue and Anthracite Black. Bowers and Wilkins Px7s3 headphones in Indigo Blue and Anthracite Black.

New Products

Some of our favorite over-ear wireless noise cancelling headphones are getting a major update. But will tariffs make these practically unaffordable in the United...

Andover Audio SpinBase Max 2 Wireless Speaker under Turntable in Black Andover Audio SpinBase Max 2 Wireless Speaker under Turntable in Black

New Products

Designed to sit under any turntable, the $549 SpinBase MAX delivers room-filling sound with minimal footprint—ideal for vinyl lovers seeking performance and convenience in...

Roku New Products Unveiled - 2025 Roku New Products Unveiled - 2025

HDTV 4K & 8K TV

New Roku Streaming Stick and Streaming Stick Plus are Around 35% slimmer than the competition and can be powered by a TV's built-in USB...

LG xboom with Will.i.am 2025 Bluetooth Speakers and Buds LG xboom with Will.i.am 2025 Bluetooth Speakers and Buds

Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones

LG adds "abracadabra" to their xboom product line with the Grab, Bounce, and Stage 301 bluetooth speakers and Buds, tuned by will.i.am

Chord Suzi Pre and Suzi Chord Suzi Pre and Suzi

Headphone Amps

Suzi by Chord Electronics delivers compact, modular high-end audio with a built-in phono stage, ULTIMA tech, and flexible DAC/streaming integration.

Gift Ideas?

Cost-no-object Audiophile Gear

Floorstanding Speakers

When money is no-object in building a high-end audio system, this is the audiophile gear you'll want to check out first.

You May Also Like

Home Theater

On this episode Caleb Denison, formerly of Digital Trends, shares his thoughts on 2025 TVs along with the launch of his new YouTube channel,...

HDTV 4K & 8K TV

Last month, we got a sneak peek at Sony’s new BRAVIA 4K TVs. Here’s what’s coming down the pike this year.

HDTV 4K & 8K TV

With economic markets in turmoil, Sony just announced pricing for their new 2025 BRAVIA TVs and the news isn't great.

New Products

For those about to rock, Sony salutes you... with three new Bluetooth wireless speakers and a cool wireless microphone kit.

Reviews

Can the first child of Audeze and Sony be a sonic superman for only $150? The Sony Pulse Elite is for more than just...

HDTV 4K & 8K TV

There's a new OLED TV in town and it's sure to be a top contender for best TV of 2025.

Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones

Open wireless earbuds are gaining in popularity as more users are becoming concerned about situational awareness. Sony's Linkbuds Open provide a rather unique take.

Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones

With trickle down technology from its flagship XM series, Sony's LinkBuds Fit offer some great features for those looking for a reliable workout earbud.

Advertisement

ecoustics is a hi-fi and music magazine offering product reviews, podcasts, news and advice for aspiring audiophiles, home theater enthusiasts and headphone hipsters. Read more

Copyright © 1999-2024 ecoustics | Disclaimer: We may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site.



SVS Bluesound PSB Speakers NAD Cambridge Audio Q Acoustics Denon Marantz Focal Naim Audio RSL Speakers