tested | 2002~ | Sony | CD Walkman | D-EJ361 | working

2002 Sony CD Walkman D-EJ361 | G-Protection | CD-R/RW | Tested & Working

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Era and identification :

Original Sony CD Walkman D-EJ361, introduced in 2002.

Sony’s original operating instructions for the D-EJ360/D-EJ361 carry a ©2002 Sony Corporation date, and the model belongs to Sony’s 2002 CD Walkman generation.

Model: D-EJ361

Made in China.

The D-EJ361 is closely related to the D-EJ360, with the D-EJ361 package originally supplied with an AC power adaptor in certain markets.

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Material :

Moulded plastic construction with silver-grey upper shell, champagne-toned front section, integrated LCD display and electronic controls.

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Design :

A classic early-2000s Sony portable CD design from the final major generation of physical-media Walkman players.

The circular body follows the established Discman format while incorporating Sony’s newer Walkman “W.” branding, front LCD display and compact perimeter-mounted controls.

It features G-Protection, Sony’s anti-skip system designed to maintain playback during movement and vibration.

The LCD displays track number, elapsed playback time, playback mode and remaining battery level.

The player also supports CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in audio CD format, an important feature during the early 2000s when home-burned compilation CDs had become widespread.

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Size :

Approximate dimensions: 136 × 26 × 150 mm

Approximate weight: 185 g

Power supply:

2 × AA batteries

or

DC 4.5V external power supply.

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Condition and wear :

Tested and working.

The player powers on, reads discs and plays correctly.

The LCD display functions correctly and playback controls respond as intended.

There are scratches, scuffs and surface wear across the casing from previous use, with more pronounced scratching to the upper lid.

The battery compartment is clean.

Sold as the player shown.

Batteries and CD are not included.

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History :

Sony introduced the original portable compact disc player in 1984 and initially marketed its portable CD line under the Discman name.

By the late 1990s and early 2000s, Sony increasingly consolidated its portable audio products under the Walkman identity, producing the generation represented by the D-EJ361.

Released in 2002, this model arrived at a particularly interesting point in portable audio history: commercially pressed CDs were still dominant, but inexpensive home CD burners had made CD-R and CD-RW compilations commonplace, while MP3 players were beginning to displace physical media.

The D-EJ361 therefore represents one of the mature forms of the portable CD player, combining long battery operation, CD-R/RW compatibility, digital playback modes and Sony’s G-Protection anti-skip system shortly before solid-state digital players became dominant.

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Important vintage note :

This is a vintage second-hand item. Minor imperfections, slight color differences, light wear, and variations due to screen settings are natural and expected with age. These characteristics are part of the item’s history and authenticity. Post-purchase discount requests based on minor vintage traits will not be accepted. If you are looking for a perfect, mint condition item, please avoid this.

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