Sony - Walkman NW-A55 Hi-Res 16GB* MP3 Player - Black

Name: Sony - Walkman NW-A55 Hi-Res 16GB* MP3 Player - Black
Brand: Sony
SKU: 6395918
Rating: 4.2 (90 reviews)

Model: NWA55/B

SKU: 6395918

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Key Specs
- Bluetooth Enabled: true (The device is capable of communicating with another device via Bluetooth, provided they are within the required range of each other. A Bluetooth-enabled device must also be the same Bluetooth version or higher than the accessory it is intended to pair with.)
- Storage Capacity: 16 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
General
- Brand: Sony
- Model Number: NWA55/B
- Product Name: Walkman NW-A55 Hi-Res 16GB* MP3 Player
- Color: Black
Audio
- High Resolution Audio: true (Hear music the way musicians and sound technicians intended it to be heard. Products that support hi-res audio deliver audio signals with a dynamic range and bandwidth far greater than that of a standard CD so you'll be able to enjoy pure music with outstanding sound quality. The device supports high-resolution audio signals, which more closely resemble the quality of music as it was originally recorded, with more texture and detail than can be heard via typical music streaming services or CDs.)
- Supported File Formats: AAC, AIFF, MP3, FLAC, Apple Lossless, APE, HE-AAC, DSD
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi Compatible: false
Display
- Screen Size: 3.1 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Display Screen: true
- Screen Resolution: 800 x 480 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
Features
- Memory Card Slot: true
Power
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
Included
- Integrated Camera: None
- Cable(s) Included: true
Dimensions
- Product Height: 3.8 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 2.2 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Length: 0.4 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Weight: 0.2 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
Other
- UPC: 027242912359

Listen to your favorite playlist with this Sony Walkman MP3 player. The high-resolution audio has 45 hours of battery life for continuous entertainment on a single charge, and the 16GB of built-in memory offers ample space for storing media. This Sony Walkman MP3 player features ClearAudio + technology that ensures incredibly clear sound.

16GB* internal flash memory: Offers ample space for storing media. Also supports microSDHC, microSD and microSDXC for expanded storage options.
High resolution audio compatible: Enjoy up to 45 hours MP3, and 39 hours Hi-Res playback on a single charge.
Supported formats: Include Apple® Lossless, WAV, WMA, AAC and more audio formats so you can enjoy your music collection.
3.1" TFT display: Features touch screen.
Radio FM tuner: Allows playing of your favorite FM stations.
Adjustable 6-band equalizer: Lets you adjust the sound according to genre.
Bluetooth: Enables easy connectivity. The mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm headphone jack enable private listening.
16GB* internal flash memory: Offers ample space for storing media. Also supports microSDHC, microSD and microSDXC for expanded storage options.
High resolution audio compatible: Enjoy up to 45 hours MP3, and 39 hours Hi-Res playback on a single charge.
Supported formats: Include Apple® Lossless, WAV, WMA, AAC and more audio formats so you can enjoy your music collection.
3.1" TFT display: Features touch screen.
Radio FM tuner: Allows playing of your favorite FM stations.
Adjustable 6-band equalizer: Lets you adjust the sound according to genre.
Bluetooth: Enables easy connectivity. The mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm headphone jack enable private listening.

Whats Included

Instruction manual
Sony Walkman NW-A55 Hi-Res 16GB* MP3 Player
Startup guide
USB cable
clip
ear-buds
Instruction manual
Sony Walkman NW-A55 Hi-Res 16GB* MP3 Player
Startup guide
USB cable
clip
ear-buds

Product Manuals

Q: does anyone know up to what capacity micro sd card will this support?

A: Hi, Bubba, MicroSD cards up to 128GB are compatible. Using a higher capacity memory card may work, but isn't guaranteed. Check the links below for more details: - https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00162965. - https://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa50/v1/en/contents/TP0002342837.html Vincent

Q: Howdy. Been waiting to buy one of these for 2 months. Any news on anticipated arrival?

A: Yea, me too. Seems like everyone but Best Buy has them in stock. Guessing they are trying to clear out the old model NWA45 before selling this new NWA55.

Q: Does this model have a USB or is it still the wm port thing? Also can I use this with a bluetooth speaker such as a beats pill or headphones?

A: Hi, Bubbs! This unit still uses Sony’s standard Walkman 22-pin WM-PORT connector. And yes, you can pair this with your Bluetooth speaker and headphones. Please refer to this link for instructions: https://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa50/v1/en/contents/TP0002342869.html -Sam

Q: Do headphones or ear buds come with sony walkman

A: no, it does not come with headphones or ear buds.

Q: Can this unit be connected via USB to a car stereo, play music through the USB connection, compatible with Android Auto and/or Apple Car play Apps...?

A: No, I tried to do this and it didn't work.

Q: 1. Can it be connected to a stereo via an Aux cable? 2. Can I drag and drop my music from iTunes into the Walkman?

A: yes and yes, it says in the manual to download some software but i just drag and dropped it right to the player, and i use it through an aux cable in my car

Q: Any idea when this device will come to America? The international version has been around for a long while.

A: Amazon USA has them, Crutchfield has them, Focus Camera has them. Best Buy...Best Buy? Would really like to build reward points, but this is too long.

Q: Does this player have the AptX HD codec? If it is a firmware download, is the download through Sony?

A: Hi AptXHD, Yes, aptX HD is a supported coded on this unit. Ref: https://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa50/v1/en/contents/TP0002342892.html?search=aptx -Sam

Customers are saying

Customers often highlight the Walkman NW-A55 Hi-Res 16GB* MP3 Player's exceptional sound quality, especially when paired with high-end wired headphones. The device is also praised for its user-friendly interface and easy organization of music. Furthermore, the Bluetooth connectivity and impressive battery life are well-received features.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A nice way to listen to your music.
This Walkman was a pretty awesome purchase. I picked it up wanting to have a smaller, more personal way to listen to music and honestly I wasn’t disappointed. It plays basically any file type under the sun, it’s small and durable, it’s battery lasts forever and most importantly it sounds great. You won’t notice as much of a difference over bluetooth but it really is a step up over the sound quality you get on Spotify. I think the one downside is that it’s pretty rigid in terms of sorting and menus, there’s no feature like a queue and it won’t sort by specific parameters, which is a problem when a lot of files are organized by 3 or 4 different artists or names. I also found that the menus would run a little weird after you add a ton of music, though not terribly. But ultimately, for this price, I think the bump in audio quality is worth it and it’s just such a nice little thing to have. Get some stuff off Bandcamp, it’ll sound great.
Posted 3 years ago by Mentalocrity
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony No Baloney
Sony has really kicked up the ante with this well-made Walkman. Easy to use and coupled with the Sony Music Center this has been a simple joy to use. 256 GB card carries most of my tunes in either Hi-Res or DSEE HX which, btw, really increases the listening experience. Use one of my hot stuff cordless or the Sony wireless for hours of listening Fun Fact--My Walkmans from the early 2000s are still functioning without issue. I expect the same here
This review is from Sony - Walkman NW-A55 Hi-Res 16GB* MP3 Player - Moonlight Blue
Posted 3 years ago by 4Drums
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Bluetooth issues.
I liked everything about this Sony Walkman, the sound quality was excellent also the battery life, interface wasn't that bad either. One thing that was a deal breaker was the bluetooth didn't work on any of my speakers. I ended up returning it, but I would have kept the Walkman if the bluetooth worked. I will probably try another model.
Posted 4 years ago by Mark