--- product_id: 291410 title: "WM-FX281 Cassette Walkman with Digital Tuner" brand: "sony" price: "$479.30" currency: USD in_stock: true category: "Sony" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/291410-wm-fx281-cassette-walkman-with-digital-tuner store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Dynamic over-ear headphones included 40-station digital tuner presets Up to 40 hours battery life WM-FX281 Cassette Walkman with Digital Tuner **Brand:** sony **Price:** $479.30 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Vintage vibes, modern tech—your ultimate portable audio companion! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** WM-FX281 Cassette Walkman with Digital Tuner by sony - **How much does it cost?** $479.30 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/291410-wm-fx281-cassette-walkman-with-digital-tuner) ## Best For - sony enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sony brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Mega Bass Boost:** Feel every note with deep, rich bass that transforms your classic tapes into a modern sound experience. - • **Ready to Go Anywhere:** Lightweight design with belt clip, carry case, and premium over-ear headphones for on-the-go style. - • **Anti-Rolling Stability:** Smooth playback on the move—no distortion, no wow & flutter, just pure uninterrupted sound. - • **Ultra-Long Battery Life:** Up to 32 hours on tape, 40 hours on radio with just 2 AA batteries—your soundtrack for days. - • **All-in-One Retro Powerhouse:** Stereo cassette player + digital FM/AM tuner + TV & weather bands—never miss a beat or update. ## Overview The Sony WM-FX281 is a lightweight, portable stereo cassette Walkman featuring a digitally synthesized FM/AM tuner with 40 presets, TV and weather band reception, and Mega Bass enhancement. It includes an anti-rolling mechanism for stable playback during movement, dynamic over-ear headphones, a belt clip, and a carry case. Powered by 2 AA batteries, it delivers up to 32 hours of tape playback or 40 hours of radio listening, making it a versatile retro audio device with modern convenience. ## Description Product Description You want it all, so get it all! Get a Digital Synthesized AM/FM Stereo Tuner and Cassette Player! Get a TV Tuner and a Weather Band as well! Get it all in one little, portable unit! The WMFX281 is all that and more! It is Metal Tape Capable with Mega Bass« Sound and includes a Anti-Rolling Mechanism as well! With only 2 "AA" Batteries you can enjoy 30 hours of playback! desertcart.com Sony's WM-FX281 stereo cassette player is portable enough--and, at under half a pound--light enough to go anywhere. In addition to playing tapes, the Walkman offers drift-free, digitally synthesized FM stereo and wideband AM, TV (channels 2 to 13), and weather band (channels 1 to 7) reception. The player's automatic volume limiter system (AVLS) maintains an even volume level, guarding against unintended level increases and evening the output of musical passages that vary widely in level. A switch adjusts the sound to accommodate metal-oxide tapes, and Mega Bass produces deep, rich bass tones. Automatic shut-off (in playback mode) extends battery life and helps prevent both mechanical and tape wear by turning off unit at the end of each tape side. Finally, an anti-rolling mechanism maintains stable tape speed to minimize music-distorting "wow and flutter" while the player is in motion. For the radio, 40-station preset memory offers one-button tuning to your choice of seven TV stations, four weather-band stations, 24 FM stations, and five AM stations. An FM local/distant (DX) switch improves reception of fuzzy stations. Supplied MDR-027 over-ear headphones offer wide dynamic range and clear sound, and the unit also comes with a carry case and belt clip. Two AA batteries provide up to 32 hours (maximum, using Sony Alkaline batteries) of continuous tape playback, or up to 40 hours of FM radio reception. ## Features - Stereo cassette Walkman with digital-synthesized FM/AM stereo tuner (with 40 presets) and Mega Bass enhancement - Anti-rolling mechanism minimizes distortion when the Walkman is in motion due to active use - TV and weather band reception let you listen to TV channels 2 to 13 and up-to-the-minute weather - Includes dynamic, over-ear headphones, a belt clip, and a carry case - Up to 32 hours extended battery life on 1 AA battery (tape), 40 hours with radio ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00005NNDF | | Antenna Location | radio | | Best Sellers Rank | #146,334 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #143 in Portable Cassette Players & Recorders | | Brand | Sony | | Compatible Devices | Radio | | Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (128) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242578296 | | Item Weight | 7.52 ounces | | Manufacturer | Sony | | Mfr Part Number | WM-FX281 | | Model Number | WM-FX281 | | Number of Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. | | UPC | 490570403231 027242578296 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Voltage | 12 Volts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Sony - **Compatible Devices:** Radio - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00027242578296 - **Item Weight:** 7.52 ounces - **Manufacturer:** Sony - **Number of Batteries:** 2 AAA batteries required. - **Recommended Uses For Product:** radio - **UPC:** 490570403231 027242578296 - **Unit Count:** 1 Count - **Voltage:** 12 Volts ## Images ![WM-FX281 Cassette Walkman with Digital Tuner - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81qA9fjtI4L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: does the wm-fx281 have tape record capabilities?** A: Hi. an owner on, no, this unit doesn't have a recording feature. Dave **Q: Does it have a rewind button? Or do I have to turn the cassette over to remind it?** A: Not sure i understand the question....you can press a button to rewind, but you have to remove the cassette to play the other side. **Q: Where can you buy the earpiece foam?** A: You can buy generic earpiece foam online **Q: is this cassette player is new or used?** A: New. ## Frequently Bought Together - Sony WM-FX281 Cassette Walkman with Digital Tuner - Maxell UR 90 Normal Bias Blank Audio Recording Cassette Tape, Low Noise, 90 Minute Recording Time, 5 Pack - TOMASHI Portable Cassette Player Tape Recorder Walkman with Built-in Speaker,Microphone,Headphone Jack-, 4.57 x 3.54 x 1.38inch --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/291410-wm-fx281-cassette-walkman-with-digital-tuner](https://www.desertcart.us/products/291410-wm-fx281-cassette-walkman-with-digital-tuner) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-08*