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Vintage Sony Discman D-311 with Modern USB-C Rechargeable Battery!Up for grabs is one of the absolute grails of vintage portable audio: the legendary Sony Discman D-311! Renowned among audiophiles for its rock-solid metal construction and incredible 1-bit DAC soundstage, this piece of 1990s engineering sounds rich, punchy, and alive.The real game-changer here is power: say goodbye to sourcing dead 30-year-old proprietary batteries. This unit includes a brand-new upgraded 3.6V 2000mAh lithium-ion BP-5 replacement battery equipped with direct USB-C fast charging! Plug in any standard USB-C cable, grab the green charge light, drop it in the tray, and you\'re powered up and ready to roll.What You Need to Know (Condition & Performance):
Sound Quality: Jaw-dropping vintage Sony sound output across both headphone and line-out ports.Playback: Reads disc TOC promptly, loads tracks, and plays music. However, it experiences brief micro-stutters/pauses every couple of minutes during playback. (Likely needs minor optical rail cleaning, fresh lube on the drive gear, or a routine cap check common to early \'90s D-series players.)Cosmetics: Very clean, handsome vintage condition with crisp silk-screening, working buttons, intact battery door, and an easy-to-read LCD screen.Laser & Well: Clean optical assembly with clear glass and pristine drive hub.What’s Included:
Sony Discman D-311 CD Player
Upgraded USB-C Rechargeable BP-5 Lithium-Ion Battery (2000mAh)
Soft protective drawstring travel pouchSold AS-IS for easy tune-up, refurbishment, or collector display. Snag this iconic 1-bit classic with modern USB-C convenience while it lasts!
