TPA5 Posted August 20, 2014 Share Posted August 20, 2014 Hey folks, I'm on the hunt for a Sony Walkman, not ultra picky about the model itself, just wanting to be able to listen to my cassettes on the go again. My Walkman finally passed on, and eBay has it's traditionally stupid prices on Walkman's so I thought I would check here first. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metal Jesus Posted August 20, 2014 Share Posted August 20, 2014 I've been on the lookout for a portable Sony Walkman as well...and I can assure you that they are becoming seriously collectable! It's crazy cuz only a few years ago you couldn't give them away at garage sales! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPA5 Posted August 20, 2014 Author Share Posted August 20, 2014 I've been on the lookout for a portable Sony Walkman as well...and I can assure you that they are becoming seriously collectable! It's crazy cuz only a few years ago you couldn't give them away at garage sales! Wow, I had no idea! I definitely can remember them essentially being thrown out not that long ago. Guess I'll have to do some hunting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted August 20, 2014 Share Posted August 20, 2014 Expect to do some maintenance on them too, once you get one. Chances are any belts and idler tires will need to be replaced. I've passively been on the lookout for a metal bodied Walkman myself. Something that can handle chrome/metal and Dolby NR. All very stupidly priced when you do finally find one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+wongojack Posted August 20, 2014 Share Posted August 20, 2014 I just came across one that is Vintage from the attic. I didn't test it - it's missing the battery door. I think I put it away again in an easy to find place, PM me, and I'll post a pic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPA5 Posted August 20, 2014 Author Share Posted August 20, 2014 (edited) Expect to do some maintenance on them too, once you get one. Chances are any belts and idler tires will need to be replaced. I've passively been on the lookout for a metal bodied Walkman myself. Something that can handle chrome/metal and Dolby NR. All very stupidly priced when you do finally find one. Thanks for the heads-up! I don't mind turning a screwdriver if need be, it's always a nice way to pass some time (especially with colder months on the horizon). I just came across one that is Vintage from the attic. I didn't test it - it's missing the battery door. I think I put it away again in an easy to find place, PM me, and I'll post a pic. Sent you a PM! Thanks. Edited August 20, 2014 by TPA5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+FujiSkunk Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 I imagine Walkmans are going to spike for the rest of the year, thanks to Guardians of the Galaxy. It's not a Walkman, but I still have an old Aiwa portable cassette player I bought in college, ironically because I had some MP3's I wanted to play at my work place, and laptops weren't exactly quality MP3 players back then. Not that I could have afforded a laptop anyway. Dubbing the tunes to cassette was much easier. Twenty-some-odd years later, the player still works fine, even if the cassettes I try to play on it are a whole lot worse for wear. Any cassette fan will tell you, late '70s and early '80s tapes are a real chore to get and keep in good condition! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+5-11under Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 I had one of these when I was in College: http://www.radiomuseum.org/r/aiwa_hs_g35.html It was beautiful. One day I forgot my jacket in class. I found the jacket later, but the Aiwa was gone. I bought a completely different model, but unfortunately couldn't afford a nice small one again. Good times. Recharging Ni-Cads pretty much every day, but these were vital for 45 minute walks to school and later 1 hour bus rides to work. Anyway, good luck on your quest to purchase a Walkman. If I could find "mine" for cheap, I'd jump at it, just to show the kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+wongojack Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 I dug this out for TPA5, but it doesn't work. I tried with batteries and a 3v power adapter (as indicated) and the power light won't come on. The wheels won't turn either. As mentioned, the battery door is missing. If anyone wants it, I'll ship it for the cost of postage and some good karma. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tep392 Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 Dang! I wish I had kept my first walkman, a WM-F20. This one sold for $290! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Sony-WM-F20-ultra-rare-walkman-in-very-good-shape-100-working-clean-/251584352302?pt=Cassette_Players&hash=item3a9398902e Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckrtech Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 TPA5 - Do you still have your old Walkman that doesn't work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+5-11under Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 It sounds like garage sales and flea markets are the way to go for the good ones, rather than eBay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPA5 Posted August 22, 2014 Author Share Posted August 22, 2014 TPA5 - Do you still have your old Walkman that doesn't work? Not sure, it died before I moved, so I'd have to see if I packed it up. I don't recall seeing it when I was unpacking boxes. It sounds like garage sales and flea markets are the way to go for the good ones, rather than eBay. Yeah it looks like you're going to be on the money there. I'll just have to keep a sharp lookout at my local thrift store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaWarrior Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 (edited) I look for them at thrift stores and goodwill time to time for cheap Walkmans, Like $2 I have like 2 Sports ones from Sony Edited August 29, 2014 by NinjaWarrior Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPA5 Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 I look for them at thrift stores and goodwill time to time for cheap Walkmans, Like $2 I have like 2 Sports ones from Sony The thrift store that's local to me rarely has electronics, sadly. Besides a couple joysticks and a pile of unused floppy disks, I can't find things like Walkmans or even cassette players. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaWarrior Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 It's hit & miss most of the time, You have to be lucky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliecron Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 (edited) doh Edited July 23, 2015 by charliecron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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