Sony WMFS593 Sports Walkman | 
 enlarge | Brand: Sony
Category: CE
Buy New: $279.99
New (1) Used (1) from $69.95
Rating:  4 reviews
Sales Rank: 12905
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 6.5 x 2.7
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: WM-FS593
Model: WM-FS593
UPC: 027242534513
EAN: 0027242534513
ASIN: B00001XDY5
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: Brand new in factory sealed blister pack with full manufacturer's warranty, superb sound in style, digital AM/FM tuner, one-hand joystick operation, water resistance, a must buy!!!
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| Features:
| • | Water-resistant sports series design | | • | Digital synthesized AM/FM stereo tuner | | • | 20-station preset tuning (15 FM/5 AM) | | • | One-finger control pad for volume/presets | | • | Adjustable action grip |
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Product Description
Sony Corporation is proud to introduce its WM-FS593 - Sports Walkman digital tuning AM/FM stereo cassette player. Water resistant and rugged Sports Series design is specially made for outdoor fun with rubber gaskets, bushings, and water resistant seals that help keep out water, moisture and dirt. Feather-Touch Controls are sensitive and logic-control LED for very fast, very easy operation. Digital synthesized AM/FM stereo tuner precisely locks in the most powerful signal for accurate, drift-free reception. Large Digital LCD Display with Back Light indicates radio station frequency, clock, preset status, and cassette operation, and is easy to read even in the dark. Control Pad is a unique design that allows for one finger control of volume and station presets. Adjustable Action Grip makes it easier to hold the unit while in action during jogging, walking, or other activities. Mega Bass sound system with "Groove Sound" position produces deeper, richer bass tones for more pleasing overall sound, with a special position for contemporary music that virtually doubles the bass response compared to regular Mega Bass. Auto Reverse Stereo Cassette Playback provides uninterrupted playback of both cassette sides. Battery level Indicator on LCD displays a visual indication of battery power remaining. Anti-Rolling Mechanism maintains stable tape speed to maximize sound quality while unit is in motion when walking or during use in other activities. Automatic shut-off in playback mode helps extend battery life and helps prevent mechanical wear by turning off unit at end of tape. Automatic Volume Limiter System (AVLS) automatically adjusts music passages that vary widely, for improved listener comfort and clear sound. Belt Clip allows Sports Walkman to clip onto belt, leaving hands free for other activities. Compact Design offers high performance while still being easy to carry and grip.
Amazon.com Product Description
With a water-resistant and rugged sports series design, this personal stereo is specially made for outdoor fun, with rubber gaskets, bushings, and water-resistant seals that help keep out water, moisture, and dirt. Sony's MDR (Micro Dynamic Receiver) type headphones are water-resistant, and provide a wide dynamic range and excellent sound. A belt clip allows this unit to be clipped onto a belt, leaving your hands free for other activities.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Not for everyday use September 26, 2006
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
First, this model had all the features I needed: Auto Reverse, (automatic), A backlit button, and megabass. However, in Amazon's description it said it included a clock function. Not true. The Battery case is difficult to access as you have to open the cassette door., plus Sony's poor design continues with the headphone jack on the bottom of the walkman. Thus, you can NOT stand the unit upright on a table, etc. The 4 way knob is difficult to operate, and you have to look at the display to see if you are either rewinding fast-fowarding or playing. Thus, design I give it 2 stars, and it's features 3 stars.
 Ok for a while January 23, 2002
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
For performance I'd give it 5 stars. However, for durability it would only get 2. The reason being that the strap that holds the walkman to your hand while running etc is quite flimsy. I'd had my walkman for about 9 months when the mechanism broke and is irreparable. And for the price of the item this is quite unacceptable. So beware - if you want something that you can strap to your hand for running, this isn't it.
 wonderful walkman worth the 100 dollars!! August 13, 2000
7 out of 9 found this review helpful
I run every day in a very hot climate and I put my walkman in the back of my sports bra. This is the oly walkman that has lasted for me. It has a handle you can use in your hand, and your thumb fits right at the top where the controls are conveniently located. All of the controls are combined into one knob that bends in four directions and pushes in for power. The controls are a bit sensitive, but there is a hold lever that when you put on, it will not respond to accidental pushing.
 get 499 model sports walkman instead November 18, 1999
111 out of 111 found this review helpful
I loved my 499 model (sold here). It had mechanical play/ff/rev buttons. This model has a knob the goes in 4 directions and down. I hate it. It is too sensitive to touch (I often hit it by accident and send the tape back or forward :( ), and is difficult to use without looking as the orientation is a bit offset. Also the engaging head is electronic and takes about 2 seconds to change from ff/rev to play. For me, it takes too long while scanning stop and go... (I tend to forward through material - like commercials taped from radio). Anyway, it makes for poor scanning speed and if you pass your point of interest, more pain to back up a bit. I have just ordered another 499 model and will get rid of this one. One last negative: The headphone jack is at the bottom! and with it clipped to a belt makes for barely any slack in the (supplied!) headphone cord! Bending a little to the side will exhaust the length... I am 5-11 and so not extremely tall. This unit is a real disappointment. Oh yeah, the buttons are SUPER stiff for the radio/menu/tuning. I understand being new, but it just is one more downer for this miss of a design.
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